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5th Dragon Cup at Vilamoura Sailing Overall

by Prow Media 28 Apr 02:22 AEST 24-27 April 2025
5th Dragon Cup at Vilamoura Sailing © Prow Media

The 5th edition of the Dragon Cup Vilamoura has concluded with great success, leaving lasting memories both on the water and ashore. Over the course of the event, sailors completed a total of eight races under Vilamoura's great spring conditions — sunny skies, steady breezes, and a vibrant atmosphere that only this sailing paradise can offer.

Throughout the event, moments of intense competition were balanced by joyful gatherings ashore, creating a true sense of camaraderie among the international fleet. The Dragon Cup Vilamoura once again proved that sailing is not only about performance, but also about the connections forged between crews, teams, and the wider sailing community.

"The Dragon Cup Vilamoura captures the enduring passion, heritage, and excellence that define the world of sailing," said Nuno Reis, CEO of Vilamoura Sailing. "We are proud to host some of the finest sailors in the world and to provide an environment where competition and friendship grow side by side. Events like this show that Vilamoura Sailing is not just a destination — it's a place where sailors thrive and connect."

The podium at the 5th Dragon Cup Vilamoura was claimed by:

1st place boat/team: POR -Pedro REBELO DE ANDRADE | José LEITMANN | Charles NANKIN
2nd place boat/team: SUI - Jan ECKERT | Torvar MIRSKY | Frederico MELO
3rd place boat/team: SWE - Jan SECHER | Richard SYDENHAM | Gerard MITCHELL

Full results can be found here.

Vilamoura once again affirmed its position as one of world's premier sailing venues, delivering both exceptional competition and unforgettable hospitality.

As the Dragon Cup comes to an end, the energy and excitement are only growing, with all eyes now turning to the Dragon World Championship, set to take place in Vilamoura Sailing from May 10th to 17th, 2025.

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