The road to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics has taken a significant step forward as Olympic class racing commenced on the Bay of Palma, Spain, with the start of the prestigious Troféo Princesa Sofía Mallorca by FERGUS Hotels.
Bermudian sailors Sebastian Kempe and Adriana Penruddocke were among the competitors hitting the water on the opening day, facing challenging conditions with light winds forecast. As is often the case in the early season, the morning session proved more favorable before the thermal breeze and the offshore gradient winds clashed, resulting in lighter and more unstable winds in the afternoon.
Kempe in ILCA 7 Fleet
Kempe is competing in the highly competitive 174-boat ILCA 7 fleet. After two races on Day One, Kempe is positioned in a promising 28th place with 22 points.
In the first race, Kempe demonstrated a solid start, crossing the line in 17th place. He then improved his performance in the second race, finishing strongly in 5th place.
Kempe's performance on the first day shows his potential in a large and competitive fleet.
Penruddocke in ILCA 6 Fleet
Penruddocke is competing in the 113-boat ILCA 6 fleet. She finished the first day with 22 points, placing her 14th overall.
Penruddocke crossed the line in 15th place in the first race. She then improved significantly in the second race, finishing in 7th place.
Penruddocke's performance also indicates a strong start to the regatta, positioning her well in the ILCA 6 fleet.
The Troféo Princesa Sofía Mallorca by FERGUS Hotels is a crucial event for sailors aiming for Olympic qualification. The challenging conditions on the opening day tested the sailors' skills and adaptability. Kempe and Penruddocke's performances provide a positive foundation as they continue in the regatta.
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