2024 Noble Marine RS800 National Championship at Hayling Island Sailing Club
The 2024 Noble Marine RS800 National Championship concluded at Hayling Island sailing Club with an exciting final day of racing. The race team did a great job ensuring two more races were completed before the deadline. The event featured competitive racing, sunshine, and better-than-expected wind conditions.
In race nine, Tom Morris and Tommy Darling took the lead, followed closely by Rob Gullan and Tom Partington. Monique Vennis-Ozanne and Hugh Shone finished second, while David Brand & Matt Currell secured third place.
Race ten saw the Dyer brothers, Michael and Samuel, clinch a victory, with Bryan and Anna coming in second and David Brand and Matt Currell in third.
The event was filled with social activities and competitive racing, with Tom Morris and Tommy Darling winning the Championship. Rob Gullan and Tom Partington finished second, and Monique Vennis-Ozanne and Hugh Shone came in third, also earning the first youth and female helm title.
Congratulations to all the participants and thank you to the sponsors for making the event possible. The RS800 class continues to provide exciting racing opportunities for sailors of all levels.
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