William Fraser won the Manu World Champs Freestyle men's division. Photo: @ZachQuin
The Manu World Champs wrapped up in Auckland on Sunday with eight winners crowned across the kid, youth and adult divisions.
The competition also saw a few famous faces have a go at popping a manu, from Olympic swimmer Lewis Clareburt to Sports Minister Mark Mitchell.
Ten qualifying events were held in eight cities around the country ahead of the finals, which was held at Karanga Plaza and the Tidal Stairs at the Viaduct.
Champion of the male freestyle division William Fraser told Morning Report the "pop and the height" is the key to a good manu.
He said he has been competing since 2017 down in Taupō at the Bomb Comp.
"[I've spent] years mastering my craft," he said.
Fraser said he was proud of his nephew for also making it far in the men's freestyle heat.
"Being thirteen I'm super proud of him making it to the knock-out round."
"The whole day was just great."
He encourages others to give it a go.
"Just get out and do it. Just go to your local wharf, nearest river or nearest pool and practise."
