Last Friday at 11:30 a.m., the 9th edition of the Marítim–Sóller Regatta got underway, with 20 boats entered across four categories: Single-handed, Double-handed, Crew Group 1 and Crew Group 2.
A passage shaped by changing weather conditions
The start took place on schedule for all classes in light northerly winds. The wind subsequently veered right and settled into a westerly (W), providing comfortable and enjoyable overnight sailing.
The night offered particularly striking conditions, with a star-filled sky and a new moon providing the perfect setting to enjoy the anticipated meteor shower. As the wind eased, a strong south-easterly (SE) current helped carry the boats towards Sóller.
The first boats reached the island on Saturday morning, when dense fog covered Sóller Harbour and left the area becalmed within a five-mile radius. As a result, several boats converged on the finish line within a very short time window, creating a challenge for the race committee, which once again handled the situation excellently.
Prize-giving at Marina Tramuntana
On Sunday, the prize-giving ceremony and a lunch bringing participants together took place at Marina Tramuntana, with representatives from Sóller Town Council and Tides Marine, the event’s main sponsor, in attendance.
Following the prize-giving and before lunch, a prize draw was also held, featuring gifts provided by the event’s supporting partners, Tides Marine and Obras Vivas.
The return passage follows the weather forecast
The return passage was also shaped by the weather. As forecast, the boats sailed in westerly (W) winds until 3:30 a.m., followed by three hours of calm conditions. A light north-easterly (NE) breeze then allowed the boats to complete the return journey.
Results by category
Single-handed
- 1st: DRAGONFLY (Bavaria 35 Match) – Vincent Gonnord, Club Nàutic El Balís.
- 2nd: BADOC (RM 10.50 Twin Keel) – Francesc Santanach Prat, Reial Club Marítim de Barcelona.
- 3rd: NAVAGOR (Prototype) – Jordi Bosch Baltasar, Reial Club Marítim de Barcelona.
Double-handed
- 1st: IA ORANA (X-362 Sport) – Jordi Zaragoza, Club Nàutic Vilanova.
- 2nd: COLIBRI V (Dehler 34 JV) – Olivier David, Club Nàutic Vilanova.
- 3rd: EL X (IMX38) – Alejandro Pastore, Reial Club Marítim de Barcelona.
Crew Group 1
- 1st: YEY OMO EJA (Lightwave 48) – Marc Albiol Jaumot.
- 2nd: FANYTAS (X 4.0) – Miquel Banús / Ingrid Banús Pascual.
- 3rd: SUHAIL (Malbec 360) – Masnavega / Xavier Mas Canal.
Crew Group 2
- 1st: BALDUFA TRES (Fortuna 9) – Santiago Pérez Verdeguer.
- 2nd: ADAGI 3108 (Optima 101) – Francesc Fayol i Roig.
- 3rd: COKETO 2 (First 31.7) – Ismael Bartolomé Pascual.
The Reial Club Marítim de Barcelona congratulates all participating crews and thanks the race committee, sponsors and supporting partners for helping make another edition of the Marítim–Sóller Regatta possible.
