On Saturday, November 30th, another exciting edition of the Autumn Lagoon Championship and Recreational Sailing, organized by Yacht Club Lignano, came to an end. Over four days, a total of five races took place, with the final day offering perfect conditions: sunny weather, clear skies, and a northeast wind of 10 to 15 knots, allowing for enjoyable and competitive sailing.

Thanks to the application of result discards, the final rankings were determined, and winners were announced in various classes and categories.

Winners by Class:

Autumn Recreational Sailing Championship:

Birbone, Alzavola, Città di Fiume 2, Ariella.

ORC Group 1:

• Racing division: Tasmania.

• Cruising division: Nakhla.

ORC Group 2:

• Cruising division: Take Five Jr. narrowly defeated Barramundi by just 0.5 points.

• Racing division: C-32 maintained its lead over Matrix.

Open Class:

Victories went to Brava, Tasmania, Take Five Jr., C-32, and Athena.

Following the races, a festive awards ceremony honored the championship's stars, accompanied by the traditional closing party. It was a friendly gathering featuring roasted wild boar, a prize lottery, and lively entertainment, including a dancer who added to the evening’s charm.

The Autumn Lagoon Championship marked a fitting conclusion to the dynamic 2024 season. The year was filled with thrilling regattas, summer sailing courses for young sailors and local schools, training sessions and races for competitive teams, and development opportunities for young instructors. All of this was made possible thanks to the invaluable support of volunteers, club members, and sponsors of Yacht Club Lignano. Without their dedication, none of this would have been possible!

Special thanks also go to the local authorities who attended the awards ceremony and continue to support the club’s activities in various ways.

Finally, a heartfelt thank you to all participants and members of the Yacht Club Lignano family for being part of this incredible journey.

We look forward to the next season, where we will once again share our passion for sailing and the sea!