OK Dinghy European Championship at Real Club Náutico De Palma - Day 3
Tense final day at the OK Dinghy Europeans
After two days of light winds, the OK Dinghy European Championship fleet finally got some decent breeze on the third day of competition at Real Club Náutico de Palma. Three races were sailed in 12-15 knots of south-westerly wind, and the racing was close and competitive throughout the fleet.
Titles decided
In the overall standings, reigning champion Lukasz Przybytek of Poland extended his lead at the top of the table with a 2,1,3 scoreline on the day. Second place overall went to Anders Pedersen of Denmark, who had a 5,3,2 scoreline, while third place went to Jordi Xammar of Spain, who had a 1,10,4 scoreline.
Competitive event
The OK Dinghy European Championship is one of the most competitive events on the sailing calendar, and this year's edition was no exception. The fleet was full of world-class sailors, and the racing was close and exciting throughout. The conditions were also challenging, with strong winds and big waves making it difficult for the sailors to stay in control of their boats.
Przybytek wins gold
In the end, it was Przybytek who came out on top. The Polish sailor was in imperious form throughout the regatta, and he never looked like losing. He won the first two races of the day, and then finished third in the final race to secure the gold medal.
Pedersen takes silver
Pedersen was the only sailor who could challenge Przybytek, and the Dane sailed consistently well throughout the regatta. He finished second in the first two races, and then fourth in the final race to take the silver medal.
Xammar wins bronze
Xammar was the best of the Spanish sailors, and he sailed well to win the bronze medal. The Spaniard finished fourth in the first race, but then won the second race and finished fourth in the final race to secure his place on the podium.
Other noteworthy performances
Other noteworthy performances in the OK Dinghy European Championship included a fourth-place finish for Alberto Salazar of Spain, a fifth-place finish for Lars Johan Brodtkorb of Norway, and a sixth-place finish for Benjamin Bildstein of Austria.
