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2024 29er World Championships at Sailing Aarhus Day 2

by International 29er Class 5 Aug 2024 21:43 PDT 1-9 August 2024

Two more races as the sailors made the best of the conditions ahead of last qualifying day

Monday 5th August began with a tricky forecast. 6-8 knots of wind was predicted offshore until midday so the decision was made to bring the start time forward to 10 am to make the best of the morning wind. One race was completed on all courses and two on Charlie. The wind then took an expected siesta and the sailors returned to shore for some respite, to refuel and complete the ping pong tournament!

At around 3 pm the four fleets across two courses once again made their way to the race courses to make the most of the light winds, but this time stable onshore conditions. One steady race was held for all fleets and the sailors headed back to shore for some pasta salad and a relaxing evening ahead of the last day of qualifying tomorrow.

Italians take the lead

In the overall scores Alex Demurtas and Giovanni Santi from Italy have stepped up to first place, equal points and in a tie break with Ewa Lewandowska and Krzysztof Królik from Poland who are in second and top Mixed team. Lucas Patrick and Luke Rogers from Australia remain in third position overall with Emily Polson and Tiffany Mak from Hong Kong, China just behind in fourth position - leading the Women's fleet by a considerable margin.

Completing the Top 3 overnight - James Crossley and Sam Webb from GBR have moved into third mens position and Alicja Tutkowska/Alicja Dampc are second in the Women ahead of siblings Hungarians Boróka and Szonja Fehér.

Pressure is mounting

Moving into Day 3 of racing, 6th August the stress levels are increasing and the stakes will be high. As the last day of qualifying and last chance for some to make the leap into Gold fleet for finals racing, remaining in reach of the podiums, tomorrow proves to be a very important day for all.

Fun and friendship

Throughout the fleet sailors are eager to soak up the fun and friendly atmosphere of the International 29er fleet - making friendships and connections that will last a lifetime. When asked what their favourite aspect of 29er sailing is, the overwhelming response in the dinghy park was the 'speed of the boat creating fun and exhilarating sailing for all' coupled with the camaraderie and enjoyment of their 29er social life. Many have committed endless hours towards mastering the art of training and racing at the highest possible level and that they still make sure to find the time to enjoy every minute is evident.

Full results can be found here.

Find out more at 29erworlds.org

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