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RS Feva Worlds at Aix-les-Bains, France - Opening Ceremony

by Chrissie Le Petit 28 Jul 10:27 PDT 26 July - 1 August 2025

Welcome to Aix-les-Bains, France!

With registration complete, and Magic Marine rash vests collected, 170 boats are primed and ready, representing a thrilling union of fifteen countries.

The vibrant energy of 340 sailors, along with their parents, friends, coaches, volunteers, filled the streets of Aix les bains in a dazzling parade of national colours. Nations have united, rekindling old friendships and forging new ones, as the Feva family comes together to kick off the exhilarating 2025 World Championships!

At the opening ceremony Welcomes and thank you speeches were made by Karine Dubouchet - the Deputy Mayor, Sports Department. Christophe Chaffardon, the President of Club Nautique Voile d’Aix-les bains. Jon Partridge the DM of RS Sailing. Coaches Linda & Mathias, Nicole & Jean Luc two of our Judges and finally two Sailors FRA Maj Britt Lattanzio Elfstrom and GBR William West.

The International Class would like to extend heartfelt thanks to Zélie Gilbert and Alexis Littoz from CNVA for their efforts in preparing for the World Championships and the spectacularOpening Ceremony.

Get ready for the event of the year that promises thrills and unforgettable adventures for budding sailors and their families! Dive into an exhilarating junior and family international dinghy class event where new memories and joyful experiences await.

Join us this week at the World Championships, if you're not with us in France, join our journey by checking out our updates throughout the event. Sailors share your stories with us. Catch all the action on Instagram and Facebook, share our posts, and help us spread the love for our thrilling sport!

Find out more at www.rsfeva.org/2025-rs-feva-world-championships

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