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7th Portugal Grand Prix at Vilamoura Sailing - Round 1 Overall

by Prow Media 16 Dec 2024 19:28 GMT 12-16 December 2024

The 7th Portugal Grand Prix concluded today with a spectacular finale, marking the end of an unforgettable 4 days of world-class dinghy sailing.

Strong winds once again added an extra layer of challenge and excitement to the final races, as sailors in the ILCA 6 (Men and Women), ILCA 7, and Mixed 470 classes gave it their all to secure top positions. The day was filled with thrilling moments, showcasing the incredible skill and determination of all competitors.

The 49er and 49erFX classes did not compete today due to strong winds, prioritizing the safety of all sailors.

The 7th Portugal Grand Prix has been a testament to sailing excellence and a celebration of the vibrant sailing community that gathers in Vilamoura.

The 49er/49erFX fleets managed 9 races, and the ILCA 7/ILCA 6/470 had 8 races.

ILCA 6 Female:

1. Roos WIND (NED)
2. Matilda NICHOLLS (GBR)
3. Lara HIMMES HIMMES (ESP)

ILCA 6 Male:

1. Alessandro CIRINEI (ITA)
2. Jiri TOMES (CZE)
3. Semen KHASHCHYNA (UKR)

ILCA 7:

1. Elliot HANSON (GB)
2. Lorenzo Brando CHIAVARINI (ITA)
3. Yigit Yalcin CITAK (TUR)

49er:

1. Mikolaj STANIUL / Jakub SZTORCH (POL)
2. Keanu PRETTNER / Jakob FLACHBERGER (AUT)
3. Andrew MOLLERUS / Trevor BORNARTH (USA)

49erFX:

1. Gabriela CZAPSKA / Hanna RAJCHERT (POL)
2. Isaura MAENHAUT / Anouk GEURTS (BEL)
3. Maru SCHEEL / Freya FEILCKE (GER)

470 Mixed:

1. Diogo COSTA / Carolina JOAO (POR)
2. Malte WINKEL / Paula SCHÜTZE (GER)
3. Elena BERTA / Giulio CALABRO (ITA)

Event website: vilamourasailing.sailti.com/en/
Photos: www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.1143676257758618

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