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All Malta Podium Secured In Yachting Malta Coastal Race Class 4

All Malta Podium Secured In Yachting Malta Coastal Race Class 4
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The Yachting Malta Coastal Race delivered thrilling action on Wednesday, as crews took on a 30-nautical-mile course from Marsamxett Harbour around Comino and back.

With winds reaching 25 knots, Filip Balcaen’s Mills 72 Balthasar dominated the race, securing both line honours and overall victory under IRC ahead of James Neville’s Artemis Bleu and Arkas Blue Moon in third.

Among the Maltese competitors, Maya Podesta steered the Elusive 2 to fourth overall and claimed victory in IRC Class 4, earning the distinction of highest placing Maltese boat.

Meanwhile, Sean Borg’s Cape 31 Jubatus finished just behind the Elusive 2 and secured second place in the same class, just 40 seconds back by the end.

Jonathan Gambin’s Dufour 44 Ton Ton Laferla completed the IRC Class 4 podium, rounding off a strong showing by the local fleet.

This race will prepare competitors for the 47th Rolex Middle Sea Race, a gruelling 606-nautical-mile challenge that will take place this Saturday.

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Source: RMYC / Andrea Azzopardi