by AYC | Jul 14, 2019 | AYC News, Latest News, Optiworld 2019
BATTLE lines have been drawn and the gauntlet thrown firmly down as the 2019 Optimist World Championship’s top ranking sailors prepare to thrash it out on the water in Monday’s hotly anticipated finals. Sunday’s high winds and vigorous current saw an intense day of...
by AYC | Jul 14, 2019 | AYC News, Latest News, Optiworld 2019
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by AYC | Jul 13, 2019 | AYC News, Latest News, Optiworld 2019
HEAVY squalls, a fleet recall and dive-bombing seagulls combined to create a dramatic day on the water for young sailors competing in the 2019 Optimist World Championship. Winds reached up to 26 knots and rain pelted down on Saturday during the first day of the...
by AYC | Jul 13, 2019 | AYC News, Latest News, Optiworld 2019
ITALY cemented their status as the team to watch at this year’s Optiworlds with a euphoric win over Thailand during Friday’s team racing finals. The Italians sailed to victory in a nail-biting climax which saw their south-east Asian opponents battling to the end to...
by AYC | Jul 11, 2019 | AYC News, Latest News, Optiworld 2019
TEAM work, sportsmanship and some good-natured competitive banter characterised the first day of lively team racing during the 2019 Optimist World Championship. A total of 44 countries – including host nation Antigua and Barbuda – took part in a series of fast sprints...
by AYC | Jul 11, 2019 | AYC News, Latest News, Optiworld 2019
View video of all the action from the nail biting final day of qualifiers – Here For news and updates on the 2019 Optiworlds, please visit the website – http://2019worlds.optiworld.org
by AYC | Jul 11, 2019 | AYC News, Latest News, Optiworld 2019
COMPETITION was fierce on the water on Wednesday as the young sailors stepped up their game during the third and final day of qualifying races in the 2019 Optimist World Championship. Italy’s Marco Gradoni, 15, wrestled the lead from Malta’s Richard Schultheis, 14,...
by AYC | Jul 10, 2019 | AYC News, Latest News, Optiworld 2019
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by AYC | Jul 10, 2019 | AYC News, Latest News, Optiworld 2019
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by AYC | Jul 9, 2019 | AYC News, Latest News, Optiworld 2019
CONDITIONS were tough but spirits remained high during the second day of racing in the 2019 Optimist World Championship. The 257 participating sailors battled strong gusts and punishing waves on Tuesday as Antigua’s famous trade winds made their presence felt on the...
by AYC | Jul 9, 2019 | AYC News, Latest News, Optiworld 2019
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by AYC | Jul 8, 2019 | AYC News, Latest News, Optiworld 2019
CALLING all sailors! In addition to being a whizz on the water, do you have another special talent you would like to showcase? A talent show open to all competitors will take place on Thursday July 11 at 6pm at Club House restaurant at Antigua Yacht Club. Participants...
by AYC | Jul 8, 2019 | AYC News, Latest News, Optiworld 2019
FLAGS representing every corner of the globe transformed the streets of English Harbour into a kaleidoscope of colour for the opening parade of the 2019 Optimist World Championship. Pride and patriotism filled the air as 257 young sailors from 65 participating...
by AYC | Jul 8, 2019 | AYC News, Latest News, Optiworld 2019
A VIBRANT opening parade of 65 participating nations brandishing their country flags will kick off the much-anticipated 2019 Optimist World Championship this Sunday. Members of the public are invited to turn out in their national colours and join the walk departing...
by AYC | Jul 8, 2019 | AYC News, Latest News, Optiworld 2019
A FATHER and son combination proved to be the winning formula for Team Malta which romped to victory in the first day of racing. Richard Schultheis, 14, snared first place in both of Monday’s two races which heralded the start of the 2019 Optimist World Championship....
by AYC | Jul 7, 2019 | AYC News, Latest News, Optiworld 2019
On behalf of the International Optimist Dinghy Association (IODA) I would like to welcome all sailors, coaches, and team leaders to the 2019 Optimist World Championship in Antigua. Together you are 400 strong representing 65 nations which is a World record for the...
by AYC | Jul 6, 2019 | AYC News, Latest News, Optiworld 2019
WINDY conditions have been putting young sailors through their paces during final practice sessions ahead of the 2019 Optimist World Championship. Many of the 257 participants, aged 11 to 15, have been out on the water during the last couple of days, soaking up the...
by AYC | Jul 5, 2019 | AYC News, Latest News, Optiworld 2019
Updated Schedule: We will now offer one departure only. 10am check in and 10.30am departure and back in once races finish. Price will be flat rate of $45USD per person. Children 12 and under ½ price and infants free. DON’T miss a second of the racing action. Book...
by AYC | Jul 5, 2019 | AYC News, Latest News, Optiworld 2019
KEEP your drinks ice cold with an Optimist water bottle! These bright, funky insulated containers are just some of the ultra cool merchandise on sale from 1pm today. The official merchandise stall will be open all afternoon Thursday and again from Friday morning in...
by AYC | Jul 2, 2019 | AYC News, Latest News, Member News, Optiworld 2019
Volunteers are the lifeblood of the 2019 Optimist World Championship – and Heather Warne’s marketing expertise has been crucial in raising its profile both at home and abroad. As media manager during the build-up to the record-breaking event – which has seen more...
