Bartercard Sail Paradise 2023 Overall

Bartercard Sail Paradise 2023 Day 3 © Southport Yacht Club

Bartercard Sail Paradise 2023 concluded with three days of thrilling yacht racing, set against the stunning backdrop of the sunny Gold Coast, Australia. The event showcased sporty racing conditions, thanks to a brisk 22-knot nor' north-easterly breeze that kept sailors and spectators captivated.

Nic Douglass, renowned for "Adventures of a Sailor Girl," also attended the regatta, assisting with an in-depth knowledge of the yachts, crews, and presentations. As the regatta unfolded, it became evident that consistency was the key, with the total scores amassed over the three days determining the overall champions.

Bartercard Sail Paradise 2023 Day 3 - photo © Southport Yacht Club

In a nail-biting final day, Maritimo Racing's ''Maritimo 52'', skippered by Michael Spies, clinched the "IRC and PHS Overall - Queensland Championships" title, edging out tough competition from the likes of Stratacare Racing Flyaway, Let's Get It On, Aramex Racing, Maritimo 54, Wedgetail, Black Diamond, GCCM Arctic Blonde, and Kerisma.

The regatta also saw outstanding performances from Not A Diamond, securing Division 1, and Cool Change, victorious in Division 2. Mulithulls Division celebrated Namaste as the victor, while Celeste claimed the 2-Handed Division.

The event marked a significant milestone, boasting the largest gathering of IRC Division boats ever witnessed at Bartercard Sail Paradise, thanks to its new October date. Beyond the racing action, the Gold Coast provided a stunning spectacle, with whales, turtles, and other local residents enjoying the maritime festivities.

Skippers, crews, and spectators unanimously lauded the event as the highlight of their sailing calendar for the year. The success of Bartercard Sail Paradise 2023 wouldn't have been possible without the dedicated efforts of all involved, including Nic Douglass and the unwavering support of sponsors such as MAJOR EVENTS GOLD COAST, BARTERCARD, THE YACHT SALES CO, XXXX GOLD, CLUB MARINE, and AUSTRALIAN SAILING.

For all the information about Bartercard Sail Paradise 2023, please visit sailparadise.com.au.

Bartercard Sail Paradise 2023 Day 3 - photo © Southport Yacht Club

Results:

Monohull IRC Division

Series Results [IRC-Qld Yacht Champs] up to Race 6

Place - Ties - Sail No - Boat Name - Skipper

1 - MEX952 - MARITIMO 52 - Michael Spies
2 - A6 - STRATACARE RACING - James O'Hare
3 - SYC888 - LETS GET IT ON - Garry Holt

Series Results [PHS-Qld Yacht Champs] up to Race 6

1 - MEX952 - MARITIMO 52 - Michael Spies
2 - RQ307 - WEDGETAIL - David Rose
3 - A6 - STRATACARE RACING - James O'Hare

Series Results [IRC] for Division 1 up to Race 6

1 - MEX952 - MARITIMO 52 - Michael Spies
2 - A6 - STRATACARE RACING - James O'Hare
3 - AUS6508 - ARAMEX - Chris Noyes

Series Results [IRC] for Division 2 up to Race 6

1 - SYC888 - LETS GET IT ON - Garry Holt
2 - 6R - 38 - 38 - Greg Tobin
3 - 11033 - KERISMA - Chris Larsen

Series Results [ORC ] for Division 1 up to Race 6

1 - MEX952 - MARITIMO 52 - Michael Spies
2 - AUS6508 - ARAMEX - Chris Noyes
3 - 52542 - BLACK DIAMOND - Glenn Burrell

Series Results [ORC ] for Division 2 up to Race 6

1 - SYC888 - LETS GET IT ON - Garry Holt
2 - R60 - GCCM ARCTIC BLONDE - Peter Cook
3 - 11033 - KERISMA - Chris Larsen

Monohull Performance Racing Division

Series Results [PHS] for Division 1 up to Race 6

1 - RQ240410 - NOT A DIAMOND 40 - Hamish Crossan
2 - NQ19 - DESTINY - Mark Sanders
3 - 442 - IMPULSE X - Rick Billson

Series Results [PHS] for Division 2 up to Race 6

1 - 5812 - COOL CHANGE - Colin And Simon Metcher
2 - YC209 - T&T - Howard Yen
3 - 178 - ACCOMPLICE - Murray Bucknall

Series Results [ORC] for Division 1 up to Race 6

1 - 8455 - ESPRIT - Rod West
2 - 7013 - XVITESSE - Russell Birse

Series Results [ORC] for Division 2 up to Race 6

1 - 5812 - COOL CHANGE - Colin And Simon Metcher
2 - 3001 - RUMBA - Peter Karlovic
3 - G6 - BLUE EAGLE - Stephen Brough - SYC

Multihulls / 2 Handed Division's

Series Results [PHS] for Division 1 up to Race 3

1 - 3805 - NAMASTE - Mauro Maurilli
2 - 4001 - RITALIN - Cra Humphries
3 - 42 - COOL CAT 1 - James Harris

Series Results [PHS] for Division 2 up to Race 3

1 - NED5900 - CELESTE - Saskia Groen-Int-Woud

Series Results [PHS Combined] up to Race 3

1 - 3805 - NAMASTE - Mauro Maurilli
2 - NED5900 - CELESTE - Saskia Groen-Int-Woud
3 - 4001 - RITALIN - Craig Humphries

For complete list of results please visit sailparadise.com.au/race-results