Why Does Last Surfer In Line Get The Wave (Opening Scene) - Bingin

It's not often the last surfer in the queue takes a set wave without anyone else making a move - especially at a competitive break like Bingin - but that's exactly what happens to Tommy Sobry in the opening scene of this video. Tommy's not just a Bingin local, he surfs here more often and better than just about anyone - he hits sections with speed and power, gets the deepest tubes (sometimes switch-foot) and has won multiple board riders competitions. As a result he's earned plenty of respect in the lineup. He doesn't take as many waves as someone in his position might do, catching as many as anyone else and often letting waves go through even when it's his turn. But when he sees one that he likes, the crowd generally takes a back seat to let him do his thing.