The 2025 EurILCA Team Racing Championship came to a thrilling conclusion today in Athens, capping off an exciting and intense series of races. After a long day of light and variable winds, the top teams were finally determined, and the podium positions were decided after fierce competition.
The inaugural EurILCA Team Racing European Championship came to a thrilling conclusion today in Athens, marking a historic moment in the world of sailing. After a day of light and shifting winds, the top teams were determined, and Italy emerged as the very first champions of this exciting new event.
The action began early, with racing starting at 08:00. Throughout the day, the wind conditions remained light and patchy, with breezes ranging from 1 to 7 knots. These conditions created a challenging environment for the sailors, testing their adaptability and teamwork. The morning session was dedicated to finishing the round-robin qualification, where the top four teams were determined: Sweden 1, Sweden 2, Italy, and Greece.
Following the qualification, all teams returned to shore while the Race Committee calculated the results to determine which teams would progress to the semifinals and finals.
In the first semifinal, Italy faced Sweden 2, with Italy securing a place in the final after a hard-fought and tactical battle. In the second semifinal, Sweden 1 went head-to-head with Greece, and it was Greece who triumphed to advance to the final.
The race for third place saw Sweden 2 win over <strong”>Sweden 1, earning the bronze medal.
The grand final then took place between Italy and Greece in a spectacular contest for the first-ever EurILCA Team Racing European Championship title. After a tight and strategic race, Italy emerged victorious, becoming the first-ever Team Racing European Champion.
The final standings are as follows:
- 1st Place: Italy (Inaugural Champions)
- 2nd Place: Greece
- 3rd Place: Sweden 2
- 4th Place: Sweden 1
The 2025 EurILCA Team Racing Championship in Athens not only showcased outstanding sailing and sportsmanship but also marked a historic milestone in the development of team racing in Europe. Congratulations to Italy for making history as the first-ever champions, and to all the teams for their incredible performances in what was a memorable and challenging event!
The champions from Italy were:
- Alberto Avanzini
- Enrico Morina
- Sofia Berteotti
- Martina Corno
The runners-up from Greece included:
- Stefanos Samaras
- Michail Akalestos
- Fragkiski Kosma
- Eleni Alchanati
And the third-place team, Sweden 2, featured:
- Adele Ramm-Ericson
- Oskar Annwall
- Oskar Wetter
- Lova Leringe
Looking ahead, the EurILCA is excited to announce that the 2026 EurILCA Team Racing European Championship will be held again next year. We invite all European countries to join us for what promises to be another thrilling edition of this prestigious event. We look forward to seeing even more teams on the water, competing for the next chapter in the history of team racing!
How to Relive the Championship
- Daily updates, including photos, videos, and results, were posted on the EurILCA Instagram and Facebook accounts.
- You can also visit the official event website and eurilca.org for detailed reports and links to the full results.
- On the final day, the finals were streamed live, so you didn’t miss a moment of the action!
Keep smiling, keep sailing!
The EurILCA Team!
Report and photos by Agustín Argüelles – EurILCA
