ILCA 7 European Championship Articles
As the opening event of the 2026 series, EurILCA Master MLT attracted a strong mix of returning regulars and first-time competitors, reinforcing the unique appeal of Masters racing. From elite former campaigners to passionate Corinthian sailors, the fleet showcased the depth and diversity that has become the hallmark of the EurILCA Masters circuit. Adding further gravitas was the presence of Mark Lyttle, recently elected President of ILCA, competing alongside the fleet.
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When the breeze is up, experience tells.
04-02-2026
From the very first boat arriving at the Balatonfüredi Yacht Club, it was clear that this year’s edition would be a record-breaker. The ILCA 4 class (formerly Laser 4.7) was the star of the show, with 84 entries, making it the largest fleet of the event. The ILCA 6 class drew international attention with high-profile sailors including Nethra Kumanan (India), the first Indian woman to qualify for the Olympic Games in sailing, Ameena Shah (Kuwait), and Ines Gmati (Tunisia).
24-09-2025
The 2025 ILCA Senior European Championships & Open European Trophy closed in Marstrand after six days of shifting breezes, rising swells, and fierce racing. When the spray settled, Europe’s best had been crowned in the ILCA 7, ILCA 6 Women, and ILCA 6 Men fleets. This year’s results didn’t just decide medals – they carved fresh names into the ILCA Hall of Fame and rewrote the historical record.
26-08-2025
Marstrand woke to a restless sea. A heavy swell rolled in from the open water, big enough to keep the fleets ashore while the race officers watched and waited. By late morning, the waves had eased to a more manageable two metres, and between 11:30 and noon the sailors slipped their moorings and headed out.
14-08-2025