July 17, 2025
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Racing for the first 5 classes of the Long Beach Olympic Classes Regatta wraps up on Day 4
The racing for the first 5 classes of the Long Beach Olympic Classes Regatta wrapped up with a twist in conditions and breeze just to mix it up for the competitors. While the strong breeze offshore teased the race committees, courses were run in proposed race areas and competitors had to rely on grit and determination to maintain leads or climb to the podium.
The kites, while not getting a race off on the final day, entertained the spectators! US Sailing sponsor Sextant wine brought friends and clients on the water to experience the thrill of seeing the world’s best compete and cheer on the 51 USA competitors. The Irish contingent was on the water every day to cheer on their sailors. Area Junior Sailing coaches brought youth sailors out to spectate. Spectators could be heard picking their favourites in each class.
The classes were made up of a mix of experience, from young guns to Olympians all raising the bar every day. It was a steep learning curve for those who are new to Long Beach weather and winds.
Results
470 Mixed:
- Gold, Justin Callahan & Lara Dallman-Weiss (USA);
- Silver, Nikole Barnes & Ryan Squires (USA);
- Bronze, Neil Marcellini & Naomi Lowenthal (USA).
Men’s Formula Kite:
- Gold, Toni Vodisek (SLO);
- Silver, Connor Bainbridge (GBR);
- Bronze, Vojtech Koska (CZ3).
Women’s Formula Kite:
- Gold, Jesse Kampman (NED);
- Silver, Si Wang (CHN);
- Bronze, Wan Li (CHN).
ILCA 6:
- Gold, Eve McMahon (IRL);
- Silver, Hannah Snellgrove (GBR);
- Bronze, Agata Barwinska (POL).
ILCA 7:
- Gold, Elliot Hanson (GBR);
- Silver, Michael Beckett (GBR);
- Bronze, Pavlos Kontides (CYP).
National and International Leaders of our sport were present preparing for LA28. US Sailing ODP Director Rosie Chapman, A1R leader Leandro Spina, Fred Hagerdorn/US Sailing WSA liaison, Charlie Enright/CEO US Sailing, Ian Stewart/NZL CEO Olympic Sailing Team, all pitching in to make the regatta a success.
Thursday the competitions begin for the remaining 5 Olympic Class disciplines.
Notice Board & Results for all classes: www.longbeachocr.org
Text and images courtesy of the Long Beach Yacht Club/Simone Staff.