Seventeen Aussies traveled to Torbole on Lake Garda, Italy for the 2019 Windsurfer World Championships.
With 163 competitors from 18 countries it was a massive affirmation that the Windsurfer Class is back! Incredibly tough racing across Course, Marathon and Slalom was held in 4 weight divisions for men plus the Female division. With 18-22 knot breezes it was fast and tight competition in spectacular scenery. The Australian contingent performed incredibly well in a fleet featuring multiple Olympians, past World Champions and young guns. Heavyweight Nick Bez from Melbourne sailed a very consistent regatta and won the Men's Overall - being named the World Champion for 2019. Hamish Swain from Queensland is the World Youth Champion. Mel Webb from Sydney is the Women's World Freestyle Champion. Full results available here A range of pictures and videos showcasing the event can be seen here Pictures from the Australian team are here Next Worlds are coming to Perth in Dec 2020 /Jan 2021. Comments are closed.
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