Puerto Calero, February 5. The 44Cup Calero Marinas got underway today in Puerto Calero, Lanzarote, with an intense first day of racing that saw the RC44 fleet once again demonstrate why this circuit is one of the most demanding in the international one-design sailing scene.
From 12:00, the racecourse was enlivened by a steady northeast breeze, ranging between 12 and 18 knots, allowing three high-level races to be completed, with constant changes in the rankings. The conditions were perfect for pushing both boats and crews to their limits in a setting as competitive as it is impressive.
As if the racing itself wasn’t spectacular enough, the surrounding scenery left no one indifferent. Persistent rains have created an unusual and breathtaking image of Lanzarote, with a lush green blanket contrasting sharply with the island’s usual volcanic landscape.
The competition kicked off with Artemis Racing (Sweden), helmed by Torbjörn Törnqvist, taking the first race of the day, followed by Gemera (Sweden), with Markus Törnqvist as owner-driver, and Team Charisma (Netherlands), led by Nico Poons. The second race saw Gemera take center stage, claiming victory ahead of Team Nika (Monaco/Bulgaria), skippered by Vladimir Prosikhin, and Peninsula Racing (Great Britain), with John Bassadone at the helm.
The third race further tightened the standings, with Aleph Racing (France), led by Pietro Loro Piana in place of Lepic, taking the win, while Peninsula Racing and Gemera rounded out the podium.
After the first day, the provisional standings place Gemera at the top with 6 points, followed by Peninsula Racing with 9 points and Artemis Racing with 13 points, setting the stage for an exciting competition right down to the final day.
The second day of racing will begin tomorrow at 12:00, and for Saturday, February 7, the organizers have made a free spectator boat available to the public, allowing fans to enjoy the action from the water and admire the spectacular green landscape that makes this edition of the 44Cup a unique experience. REGISTER
For more information about the event, visit www.44cupcaleromarinas.com.
The 44Cup Calero Marinas is organized by the 44 Class Association and Calero Marinas, with the sponsorship of the Government of the Canary Islands, Islas Canarias, Cabildo de Lanzarote, Lanzarote Sports Destination, Insular Sports Service of the Cabildo de Lanzarote, Yaiza Town Council, Deportes Yaiza, and Cicar, as well as the collaboration of the Real Club Náutico de Arrecife.
