Palma Vela Celebrates its 20th Anniversary: A Landmark Event in Sailing
Palma, Spain - 6 May 2024 - The picturesque Bay of Palma bore witness to a momentous occasion as the 20th edition of PalmaVela drew to a close on Sunday, May 5th. With over a hundred boats gracing the waters, spanning thirteen diverse categories, this year's event showcased the epitome of sailing excellence and camaraderie.
Kicking off with the adrenaline-pumping Offshore Race, with more than 30 boats competing, and transitioning seamlessly into the prestigious 52 Super Series PalmaVela Sailing Week, the esteemed Real Club Náutico de Palma (RCNP) played host to a magnificent array of sailing prowess. The multi-class competition saw the fleet, comprising over a hundred teams, vying for supremacy across categories such as Maxi, ORC 0, ORC 1, ORC 2, ORC 3, ORC 4-5, A2 0-3, A2 4-5, J80, J70, Dragon, 6 Metre and Spirit of Tradition. Across three dedicated regatta areas, from May 1st to 5th, sailors showcased their skill and determination in pursuit of victory.'
In the fiercely contested ORC 0 category, three TP52s dominated the podium. URBANIA, helmed by Tomás Gasset, clinched victory by a mere point, leaving behind formidable competitors such as the Spanish Navy's AIFOS, and Toni Guiu's BLUE CARBON.
ORC 1 witnessed a stellar performance by the Polish entry WINDWHISPER44, the Grand Soleil 44 P skippered by Marcin Sutkowski, who secured victory with a race to spare.
In ORC 2, the Grand Soleil 43 M8 ZAS COMPOSITE & RIGGING emerged triumphant under the expert guidance of H´Jose Luis Frances with Hermanos France at the helm.
The Dufour 40 LADY, navigated by Nicolas Gonzalez, claimed the top spot in the fiercely contested ORC 3 category, while TRES MARES, helmed by Juan Excasndell with Maria A. Campins at the helm, sailed to victory in ORC 4-5.
Not to be outdone, AZUREE, the Azuree 33 MOD steered by Eduardo Horrach, showcased impeccable seamanship to clinch victory in ORC A2, double-handed class of 8 entries.
As the curtains drew on the 20th edition of PalmaVela, it stood not only as a testament to the rich heritage of sailing but also as a harbinger of the boundless possibilities that lie ahead in the dynamic world of competitive sailing.
