2024 Melges 24 European Championship in Split: Exciting Sailing Event in Split, Croatia
Melges 24 European Championship 2024 in Split – Day 4
The Melges 24 European Championship in Split saw three more races completed on the fourth day of racing. Razjaren from Croatia continues to dominate with impressive performances, scoring 8-1-1 today.
While Razjaren faced a setback in the first race, they bounced back strongly with two bullets, placing them in a favorable position for the overall victory. They currently hold an 11-point lead over the former World Champion Altea (ITA) and are closely followed by Mataran 24 (CRO).
Owner of Mataran 24, Ivo Matic, expressed satisfaction with his team’s performance in the Corinthian division, leading with strong winds and training hard under tough conditions. The competition remains tight with teams like Universitas Nova (CRO) and Dark Horse (USA) in contention.
In the Corinthian division, Ákos Csolto’s Chinook and Miles Quinton’s Zhik Race Team are vying for top positions. The championship will conclude with two final races on Friday, followed by a prize-giving ceremony at JK Split.
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