Léman Hope Realstone Cup at Société Nautique de Genève – TF35 Racing Event
TF35 Realstone Cup For Léman Hope at Société Nautique de Genève – Day 1
Guy de Picciotto’s Zen Too had a strong start at the TF35 Realstone Cup for Léman Hope with a first-place finish in the opening race. The team continued their success with a third-place finish and another win in the following races, showcasing their skills in handling the boat in light wind conditions.
Zen Too’s helm, Loïc Forestier, expressed satisfaction with their performance but emphasized the need to stay focused due to the tight competition within the fleet. The team’s strategy for the upcoming races is to take it one race at a time and adapt to the conditions and results.
Ylliam XII – Comptoir Immobilier, skippered by Bertrand Demole, also delivered consistent results with a second and two third-place finishes, placing them close behind Zen Too in the overall standings.
Despite being circuit leaders, Realteam sailing found themselves in fourth place after the first day of racing, tied on points with Sails of Change 8 but trailing on countback. The competition is expected to intensify in the remaining races.
The current standings for the TF35 Realstone Cup For Léman Hope after three races are as follows:
1. ZEN Too (SUI 4) – 5pts
2. Ylliam XII—Comptoir Immobilier (SUI 12) – 8pts
3. Sails of Change 8 (SUI 8) – 10pts
4. Realteam sailing (SUI 7) – 10pts
5. Ylliam 17 (SUI 17) – 13pts
6. Sails of Change 10 (SUI 10) – 17pts
In the overall ranking for the TF35 Trophy 2024, Realteam sailing and Sails of Change 8 are currently tied in first place with Zen Too close behind.
With light winds expected for the next day of racing, teams will have to rely on their tactical skills and adaptability to secure favorable results in the remaining races of the competition.
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