The blunder that led to Kelly Slater being prematurely crowned world champion has claimed the job of the Association of Surfing Professionals (ASP) chief executive David Carr.
Carr has tendered his resignation following the error, which resulted in Slater being announced as this year's champion last week - only to have the title retracted because a mistake had been made in calculating the ratings.
Slater went on to win a record 11th world title the following day by reaching the quarter-finals of the Rip Curl Pro Search San Francisco.
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"It is my duty to accept responsibility for the recent calculation error that resulted in the premature crowning of Kelly Slater's 11th ASP world title," Carr said in a statement.
"The determination of the ASP world title is the most important moment in professional surfing.
"Ultimately, the responsibility for every activity within ASP lies with me.
"Therefore, I have elected to resign my position as CEO."
ASP chairman Richard Grellman will temporarily take on Carr's responsibilities while a replacement is found.
"The board of directors met today and reluctantly accepted the resignation of Brodie Carr," Grellman said.
"We would like to recognise his valuable contribution over the last six years and wish him every success in the future."
