Live Sail Die Covers the Opening Day of the ILCA 4 World Championship

The ILCA 4 World Championship 2024 – The Largest Junior Sailing Event in the World

Introduction

The ILCA 4 World Championship, the biggest junior sailing event in the world, is being held in Viana do Castelo from June 23rd to 30th, 2024. Over 427 sailors, 108 coaches, and 900 supporters are representing 51 countries in the competition.

Viana do Castelo

Viana do Castelo is a city of profound historical significance. Its rich heritage dating back to 1258 makes this city an excellent tourist destination as well as a perfect location for nautical sports activities. Surrounded by the river Lima and the Atlantic Ocean, Viana do Castelo’s love for the sea is a testament to its community’s enduring commitment to nautical sports activities. The city boasts of excellent facilities for sailing events, with over 6,000 sqm, 3 slipways, and numerous volunteers joining the event organization.

Events During the ILCA 4 World Championship

Practice Race and Walking Parade

The ILCA 4 Youth World Championship officially started with a practice race and a walking parade around the city. The participants walked with their colorful equipment and national flags in support of their countries.

Waszp French Championship

The Mediterranean Training Center will host the Waszp French Championship from July 4th to 7th, 2024. The event will organize for the first time on the Mediterranean coast, with over 40 French and European sailors, specialists in flying boats participating. The competition will start with two days of training regattas on 1st and 2nd July.

Long Beach Race Week

The 19th edition of Long Beach Race Week concluded with a full complement of races sailed in eleven divisions, including six one design classes and five PHRF fleets. The event witnessed solid conditions for racing, with temperatures in the 80s, and blue skies prevailing throughout the three days of the competition.

44Cup

The 44Cup Marstrand in 2023 was won by Nico Poons’ Charisma, and the team has been the 44Cup champion for the last two seasons. However, two deep results in Porto Calero, Lanzarote, and Baiona, Spain, had put the Dutchman’s team at the bottom of the leaderboard. Black Foils dominated the competition in New York, securing their fifth win of the season.

Conclusion

The ILCA 4 World Championship 2024 in Viana do Castelo witnessed sailors, supporters, and coaches from over 50 countries coming together to participate in the biggest junior sailing event in the world. With events like the Waszp French Championship, Long Beach Race Week, and 44Cup happening at around the same time, it’s a great time to be a fan of sailing.

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