Regatta Recap: Lots of learning for ILCA 6s at World Champs in Viana Do Castelo

After playing host to the ILCA 4 World Championships, Viana Do Castelo, Portugal quickly turned its attentions to ILCA 7’s, as the Performance Academy was represented by 11 sailors at this year’s World Championships.    

Event organisers Prow Group did a fantastic job, as a full series of races was completed perfectly to schedule, with Viana Do Castelo showcasing big waves and better wind than previously for the ILCA 4s.  

The under 21 fleet of ILCA 7’s had “a very good week of sailing and a great learning experience”, said Charlie Linsell, Head Coach, as one sailor made it into the gold fleet with the rest in silver.  

Performance Academy Manager James Parker-Mowbray had high praise for the venue “there were really great conditions that came through, and I look forward to returning at some point in the future.” 

This marks the end of the time in Portugal for the Performance Academy after spending over three weeks out there.