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ExplorerGirls.com congrats Stephanie Gilmore for winning the 2009 Surfer Poll Award (www.surferpoll.com) meaning she is voted most popular women's surfer on earth by means of the poll! Steph is not only a popular surfer, but a two-time world champ working hard at winning her third.

Rip Curl's Stephanie Gilmore wins Surfer Poll Award

Surfersvillage Global Surf News, 17 September, 2009 : - - After months living it up in so-Cal on holiday, working on her video blog site (Steph in the US), and balancing last minute Mexico swell-chasing stints, Steph Gilmore has officially achieved another major milestone in her young yet decorated career: 2009 Surfer Poll Winner.

"It feels amazing," said Steph shortly after graciously accepting the hardware. "I've had such an amazing time living over here, and this makes the experience that much more special."  For Steph, it's back to business. With the ASP Women's World Tour set to resume at the end of this month for the Beachley Classic, Steph currently sits at #1 and has no intentions of relinquishing that top spot.

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