Parkinson has been the world title bridesmaid four times (2002, 2004, 2009, 2011). His Billabong Pipe Masters victory is his 11th elite event win over the course of his career, and by clinching the ASP World Title has established himself as one of the greatest surfers of all time.    Joel Parkinson 2012 ASP WCT Results:   Quiksilver Pro Gold Coast: 5th  Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach: 3rd  Billabong Rio Pro: 2nd  Volcom Fiji Pro: 9th  Billabong Pro Tahiti: 2nd  Hurley Pro at Trestles: 2nd  Quiksilver Pro France: 3rd  Rip Curl Pro Portugal: 3rd  O'Neill Coldwater Classic: 5th  Billabong Pipe Masters: WINNER
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