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2024 World Sailing Youth Match Racing World Championship at Jeddah Yacht Club & Marina - Day 1

by Jordan Reece 30 Nov 2024 03:08 PST 29 November - 2 December 2024

The 2024 World Sailing Youth Match Racing World Championship, hosted by World Sailing in conjunction with Sail Saudi and Jeddah Yacht Club and Marina, officially kicked off today, marking the beginning of an exciting week of competitive sailing in Saudi Arabia.

Under clear skies and a building sea breeze on the Red Sea, the first day of racing unfolded with quality racing as teams from Australia, Brazil, Denmark, France, Ireland, Italy, New Zealand, Saudi Arabia, Sweden, and the United States of America all competing to become World Champions.

The leading performance on Day 1 came from the Australian team representing the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia. Led by skipper Cole Tapper, the team of Jack Frewin, Hamish Vass, Chelsea Williams, and Joel Beashel had a strong opening day, scoring all six wins from their opening six races in the qualifying stage. Their performance has set the tone for the rest of the competition, as they aim to maintain their momentum through the knockout rounds.

While the Aussies made a strong start, other teams including defending World Champion Ange Delerce from France and New Zealander Josh Hyde also signalled clear intent to be amongst the front runners heading into Stage 2.

Last night the event was officially opened at the Opening Ceremony in the Fan Zone in Jeddah Marina.

Tomorrow the qualifying round robin will be completed before the knockout stages including quarter-finals, semi-finals and finals begin on Sunday and Monday.

Stay up to date on with latest results here, or for event highlights, follow the CYCA Youth Sailing Academy or Sail Saudi on social media.

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