Cape 31 Med Circuit at COYCH Hyères - Overall
by Cape 31 Class 12 May 04:14 AEST
9-11 May 2025
Shotgunn Dominates in a Thrilling MED Season Opener
The opening round of the 2025 Cape 31 Med Circuit concluded this weekend in Hyères with three spectacular days of one-design racing, showcasing tight competition, a growing international fleet, and a full range of Mediterranean conditions.
The event began with light winds delaying racing on Day 1, but a solid afternoon breeze allowed the fleet to complete three races. Adrenalin (Darren Wright), Give Me Five (Adrien Follin), and Shotgunn (Michael Wilson) each took a win, while new teams Terrible Joy, Stig, and K Force Jr. made strong debuts on the circuit.
Day 2 delivered classic Côte d'Azur conditions—clear skies, sunshine, and a steady breeze. Shotgunn turned on the speed with wins in Races 4 and 6, while Give Me Five took Race 5. Also reaching the podium were Motions, La Pericolosa, and Stig, showing depth and talent across the fleet.
The final day brought the most breeze of the weekend, with 15-20 knots in the first two races before easing off during the final race as rain moved in. Motions, Give Me Five, and Stig each earned race wins, but it was Shotgunn who claimed the overall regatta victory with a race to spare thanks to consistently strong results throughout the weekend.
Overall Results: (top three)
1st - Shotgunn, Michael Wilson
2nd - Give Me Five, Adrien Follin
3rd - Stig, Alessandro Rombelli
Special Awards:
Corinthian Winner - Terrible Joy, Loic Pompee
1st One-Pro Corinthian - Give Me Five
Full results can be found here.
The event closed with a warm and well-attended awards ceremony at COYCH, with local apéritifs and rosé shared among teams and supporters. The Cape 31 Class thanks COYCH, the race committee, volunteers, and all partners—especially Class Partner North Sails and our preferred suppliers—for supporting a world-class Circuit.
Next Stop: Porquerolles Race - June 2025
The Cape 31 Med Circuit continues in a few weeks at the prestigious Porquerolles Race, where the fleet will grow to 15 teams. Among them will be international contenders Warrior One and Pacific Yankee arriving from the U.S., alongside returning Med Circuit teams Black Star, Black Seal, Black Battalion, and Stella Maris. Two new teams, Firstings and Kalantis, will also join the lineup.
With top-tier competition and a vibrant social atmosphere, the Cape 31 Med Circuit is quickly becoming one of the most exciting one-design series in the world!