16/08/2026
𝐀𝐈𝐑𝐁𝐎𝐑𝐍 𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐈𝐌𝐒 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐄𝐍𝐆𝐄𝐑 𝐂𝐔𝐏‼️👊💥
Our sail training boat Airborn, with Instructor Gerard Wilson at the helm, claimed the overall series Challenger Cup, supported by a crew of highly capable trainees.
The start of the final race was slightly delayed following a brief game of leapfrog around the start line. Once underway, the fleet set off in a north-westerly breeze of just over two knots, making a direct course for Mark B before heading south. Conditions showed little improvement throughout the race, ultimately resulting in a shortened course.
A sincere thank you to all the visiting boats and crews from our neighbouring clubs who joined us throughout the series. Your participation helped make the competition both enjoyable and memorable. We hope you had a great time on the water and look forward to welcoming you all back next year.
𝐑𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝟕 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬
Division 6 J&M PHF
🥇AIRBORN, Gerard Wilson
🥈AMIGO CLAIRE, John Holder
🥉MEDUSA, Franco Pieri
🏁AIRBORN
Division 2 PHF
🥇ZULA, Robert Wilson
🥈MX, Ron Macarthur
🥉SAND CRABS DISCO, Graeme Martin OAM
🏁MX
Division 1 PHF
🥇MIGHTY MEELY, Heidi Oswald
🥈GIDDY UP, Robert Halvorsen
🥉TURKISH DELIGHT, Nicholas Hollett
🏁GIDDY UP
Division 1 IRC
🥇GIDDY UP, Robert Halvorsen
🥈TURKISH DELIGHT, Nicholas Hollett
🥉2UP, Barry O'Toole
Winter Series Winners
🏆Division 6 J&M PHF - AIRBORN, Gerard Wilson
🏆Division 2 PHF - MX, Ron Macarthur
🏆Division 1 PHF - 2UP, Barry O'Toole
🏆Division 1 IRC - GIDDY UP, Robert Halvorsen
Full results:
https://tes.topyacht.net.au/results/fsc/2025/kb26/Wint26/series.htm?ty=61846
📸 A sincere thank you to Alan Nuttall for his skillful driving of the media boat throughout the event.
Royal Perth Yacht Club I East Fremantle Yacht Club I The Cruising Yacht Club of W.A. Inc I Safety Bay Windsurfing Club