New Zealand is the benefactor of the World Surf League granting its athletes the left hand break they've been begging for.

Raglan's Manu Bay will host the newly instated New Zealand Pro in late May.

Surfing New Zealand CEO Ben Kennings says says this is 'huge' for the sport's place in New Zealand.

"We can't wait to host those best surfers in the world, it's going to be pretty spectacular."

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