Black Jack 100 Achieves Line Honours and Sets New Record at Palermo-Montecarlo Race
Line Honours and New Record for Black Jack 100 in the Palermo-Montecarlo Regatta
20-25 August 2024
Palermo-Montecarlo Regatta © Circolo della Vela Sicilia / Studio Borlenghi
The 19th Palermo-Montecarlo offshore sailing regatta, organized by the Circolo della Vela Sicilia, is part of the America’s Cup campaign with the Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli Team, in collaboration with the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda and the Yacht Club de Monaco.
- Black Jack 100 crossed the finish line at 08:24, setting a new record of 44 hours, 34 minutes, and 14 seconds.
- Lucky secured second place at 09:18, also finishing under the old record and is the provisional overall leader.
- Balthasar is expected to arrive in the afternoon, followed by a night of additional arrivals.
The 30-meter maxi yacht Black Jack 100, owned by Remon Vos and skippered by Tristan Le Brun, made a stunning finish in front of Monte Carlo. This victory not only earned Black Jack 100 the Line Honours and the Giuseppe Tasca D’Almerita Trophy but also set a new race record, besting the previous record held by the same boat when it was named Esimit Europa 2 by over three hours.
Immediately after finishing, the crew celebrated with a toast of Tasca D’Almerita brut. Remon Vos expressed his excitement about the win, saying, “My first race, splendid conditions, a victory with a record: what more could I wish for! It was a beautiful and exciting race, especially the duel with Lucky and the moments along the route.”
Lucky, a 27-meter American yacht, owned by Brion Erharth and skippered by Stuart Wilson, crossed the finish line at 09:18, just 45 minutes after Black Jack. The crew celebrated their achievements on the dock, and Lucky also secured the lead in compensated time while awaiting the remaining boats.
The crucial moment in the race came at dawn when a wind change from South to North East benefitted Black Jack, allowing it to put distance between itself and Lucky.
Brion Erharth, the owner of Lucky, reflected on the race, stating, “We will not forget this race and the duel with Black Jack. Our sailors did an extraordinary job, and while lighter winds this morning held us back, we are still very satisfied.”
Partners
The Palermo-Montecarlo Regatta highlights the beauty and historical connection of Palermo with the sea. The 2024 edition boasts participation from the Metropolitan City of Palermo, with support from UniCredit and Fondazione Sicilia, alongside partnerships with Tasca d’Almerita, Centro Porsche Palermo, and Immedia.
As part of the Italian Offshore Sailing Championship, the Palermo-Montecarlo regatta is recognized for its high scoring coefficient for final classification. It is also included in prestigious circuits such as the IMA Mediterranean Maxi Offshore Challenge, the Trofeo d’Altura del Mediterraneo, and the Mediterranean Trophy for Class40.
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