2025 Dutch Youth Regatta (29er EuroCup 6) - Overall
by International 29er Class 4 Jun 2025 13:02 BST
29 May - 1 June 2025
2025 Dutch Youth Regatta (29er EuroCup 6) - Day 2 © Laurens Morel /
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After nearly two decades in Workum, the Dutch Youth Regatta (DYR) embarked on a new journey in Kamperland. The move to Roompot Marina introduced sailors to the dynamic conditions of the Oosterschelde, offering both challenges and opportunities for growth.
Day 1: a calm commencement
The regatta began under clear skies but with minimal wind. Patience was key as sailors awaited favorable conditions. By late afternoon, a gentle breeze allowed the 29er fleet to complete a single race, setting the stage for the days ahead.
Day 2: Winds of change
Friday brought improved conditions.The 29ers took full advantage of the consistent breeze, showing tight competition across the top of the fleet. French teams began to separate themselves from the pack, setting the stage for an all-French podium.
Day 3: tight battles and tactical sailing
Saturday's races were marked by strategic maneuvers and close finishes. Swiss team Ikke Huber & Liam Berger (SUI 3423) and Dutch U17 sailors Beerdluuk Spijkervet & Thomas Reyers (NED 2725) made significant strides, challenging the leaders and intensifying the competition.
Day 4: sealing the victory
After a frustratingly calm Saturday, the final day at Kamperland delivered superb conditions. Clear skies and a steadily building breeze allowed race committees to run a full schedule across all classes. The 29er fleet showcased exceptional talent, with Alexandre Mostini & Raphaël Allain (FRA 3425) securing gold. In fact, the entire podium was French, a dominant display of teamwork and speed in a highly competitive international field.
29er Podium - Dutch Youth Regatta:
Overall Podium:
Gold: Alexandre Mostini & Raphaël Allain (FRA 3425)
Silver: Nolann Huet des Aunay & Titouan Gresset (FRA 4)
Bronze: Jocelyn Le Goff & Jules Vidor (FRA 3)
Category Winners:
Women's: Emmeli Gramkov & Sofie Krüger Andersen (DEN 3419)
Men's: Alexandre Mostini & Raphaël Allain (FRA 3425)
Mixed: Selma Hård & Lukas Wolfgang (SWE 3255)
U17 Girls: Pétronille Lescanne & Raphaëlle Kimbel (FRA 3133)
U17 Boys: Quentin Bourrust & Gautier Neau (FRA 3104)
U17 Mixed: Lia-Gabriela Vandenberghe & Wietse Paesmans (BEL 2227)
Full Results: dutchyouthregatta.org/results