Annual Tenby regatta cancelled due to weather
The annual regatta, scheduled for last weekend, faced unexpected changes as extreme temperatures and lack of wind led to the cancellation of Saturday's events.
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However, the weather improved on Sunday, allowing 33 craft to showcase their skills around Caldey Island.
The fleet comprised four cruisers, 18 dinghies, and 11 wing foilers.
Picante, hailing from Saundersfoot Sailing Club, claimed the top spot among cruisers, followed by Slipstream, Apatshe, and Seren, all from Tenby Sailing Club.
In the dinghy section, Dan Jackson led the pack sailing the Osprey 1380, with Oscar Chess in Osprey 1348 as the runner-up.
Keith McDonald in Fireball 15132 took third place.
The remaining results saw Ted Lewis in Osprey 1342, Jason Taylor in Osprey 1336, Peter Rose in Scorpion 1933, Dave Griffiths in Osprey 1315, Steve Leach in RS600 874, Robin Wood in Europe 986, and Eric Evans in Redwing 249 completing the top ten.
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The six wing foilers who began the race found themselves hindered by strong winds behind Caldey, preventing them from finishing.
Prize-giving was handled by Tenby Sailing Club's cruiser captain Tom Eyre, who also expressed gratitude to the event's organisers and supporters.
The race officer Jo Musson, beachmaster Terry Evans, and all the safety crew were applauded for their efforts in ensuring the smooth progression of the event.
Recognition was also given to the event's sponsors: Penally Abbey Hotel, Coors, and AlpacaLipse.
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