European Championships 2024

The final race day of the 2024 European Hansa Class Championship at Sneekermeer began with the Liberty class, where excitement lingered until the last leg.

The competition was fierce between Vera Voorbach and Paul Philips, who had been the biggest rivals throughout the week. Ultimately, Paul Philips from Great Britain emerged as the champion, winning by just one point. The final standings in the Liberty class are as follows:

1. Paul Philips (Great Britain) – 12 points
2. Vera Voorbach (Netherlands) – 13 points
3. Gerard Beens (Netherlands) – 26 points

In the 303 Double class, the excitement continued as Piotr Cichocki teamed up with Olga Goma S Grudzien. After narrowly missing out on victory in the 303 Single class the previous day, they seized their moment and became the European champions in the double. The final standings in the 303 Double class are:

1. Piotr Cichocki, Olga Goma S Grudzien (Poland) – 13 points
2. Pau Toni Homar Munar, Isais Iglesias Dias (Spain) – 22 points
3. João Pinto, Luciana Matias (Portugal) – 26 points

With such exicting races, the championship concluded in style, leaving the sailors with unforgettable memories.

Catch the highlights from Day 6 here

Today marked the thrilling finale of the 303 Single class races at the 2024 European Hansa Class Championship, with sailors in both the Gold and Silver fleets giving it their all in the final races.

In the Gold fleet, Spain’s Alejandro Solera dominated, securing victory in all three final races to claim the championship title. Despite fierce competition, Solera’s skill and consistency earned him the top spot. The final standings for the Gold fleet are:

1. Alejandro Solera (Spain) – 12 points
2. Piotr Cichocki (Poland) – 14 points
3. Jens Kroker (Germany) – 16 points

In the Silver fleet, the competition was equally intense. Teodoro Candido from Portugal came out on top after several close battles throughout the day. The final standings for the Silver fleet are:

1. Teodoro Candido (Portugal) – 61 points
2. Isias Iglesias (Spain) – 72 points
3. James Woosnam (Great Britain) – 78 points

Catch all the highlights from Day 5 here!

Day 4 of the 2024 European Hansa Class Championship started with a misty challenge as thick fog blanketed the Sneekermeer, causing a delay in the morning races due to poor visibility. The sailors remained on standby as they awaited better conditions.

By the end of the morning the fog lifted, allowing the 303 Double sailors to head out on the water. Despite the delayed start, the sailors completed all three scheduled races. The races were intense, as teams made the most of the improving weather and steady wind conditions.

With only a few days remaining in the championship, the competition is heating up as sailors position themselves for the final series. Stay tuned for more updates as the excitement continues to build toward the closing races.

Today provided ideal sailing conditions at the 2024 European Hansa Class Championship for both the Liberty class and 303 Single class, with consistent winds ranging from 10 to 15 knots. Sailors expertly navigated the challenging conditions, making for an exciting day on the water.

In the 303 Single class, the final three qualification races took place, with competitors battling to secure their spots in the Gold fleet. The races were intense, with subtle wind shifts adding to the excitement and keeping the outcomes unpredictable.

This strong day of sailing has set the tone for the remainder of the championship, promising even more thrilling competition as we approach the final stages.

Catch all the action from day three here!

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