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2023 Dragon World Championship at Bodrum, Turkey - Day 1

by Dragon World Championship Turkey 30 May 2023 08:08 AEST 25 May - 3 June 2023
Dragon World Championship at Bodrum, Turkey Day 1 © Dragon World Championship Turkey

Two clear starts under a black flag, 24 teams racing in the most amazing conditions. Blue sky, 12 knots of wind in crystal clear water. Grant Gordon helming GBR 820 leads after recording a 2nd and 4th place.

Close behind is POR 90 Michael Zankel and in 3rd position is the late Queen of England's "Bluebottle" GBR 192 helmed by Graham Bailey.

Dragon World Championship at Bodrum, Turkey Day 1 - photo © Dragon World Championship Turkey
Dragon World Championship at Bodrum, Turkey Day 1 - photo © Dragon World Championship Turkey

It was the most beautiful day for all 24 teams. Bodrum truly delivered...

Find out more at dragonworlds2023.com

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