Laser Radial Youth Worlds - Josh Armit wins U-17 World title
by Sail-World.com/nz on 20 Aug 2017
Josh Armit U-17 World Youth Laser Radial Champion 2017 SW
Murrays Bay SC's Josh Armit has won the under-17 Laser Radial Youth World title, sailed at Medemblik, the Netherlands, by a massive 41 points.
Armit finished just out of the medals in the Open championship after three-way tie, and was placed fourth overall after the tie-breaker process was applied.
He was competing against a fleet of 280 boys - his biggest regatta to date.
On his Face book page, he thanked his coach Sara Winther for her great coaching support. 'I would also like to thank everyone for all their kind messages of encouragement and support, as well as all those who have helped me on my journey so far.'
'Moving forward to make the next step I will have to gain more financial support. If anyone has contacts/ideas please PM me.'
Olivia Christie was 21st in the girl's fleet.
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