Fierce Competition on Day Five: ILCA Under 21 World Championships 2026 in Lanzarote

Day five of the Under 21 World Championships in Lanzarote presented a daunting mix of strong west-north-westerly winds and demanding conditions, reshuffling the leaderboards and making for an adrenaline-fueled day of racing. In the ILCA 7 category, Spain’s Karol Krupski and Slovenia’s Luka Zabukovec remained tied, their tenacity inflamed by the challenging conditions. Meanwhile, in ILCA 6, Italy’s Ginevra Caracciolo continued her reign, asserting control over her class while the fight for remaining podium places intensified.

The whirl of races took place by Marina Rubicón, Lanzarote, a perfect setting that greeted contestants with steady west-north-westerly winds from early morning. Gusts exceeded 20 knots, stretching the endurance and concentration of the fleets. The sea churned as several general recalls took place, especially within the men’s gold fleet, forcing meticulous verification before the two scheduled races could commence.

The women were not to be outdone. Italy’s Ginevra Caracciolo displayed a clear dominance in her class, holding a commendable lead of 45 points. The world title seems to be well within her grasp. However, a fierce fight unfolded for the remaining podium places, with the standings witnessing numerous position changes - bar Caracciolo and Greece’s Hermione Ghicas. With such fierce competition, the conclusion of the Under 21 World Championships in Lanzarote is sure to offer a spellbinding display.