Yesterday marked the final day of preparations before the racing officially kicks off at the 2025 ILCA 4 Youth World Championships!
Sailors spent the day wrapping up measurement and registration before heading out on the water for one last tune-up during the official practice race, expertly hosted by the Race Committee. Despite light winds and a lingering haze holding the breeze back, competitors still managed to get valuable time on the course in 5–7 knots of wind. Forecasts suggest the wind will pick up as the week progresses—promising exciting conditions ahead!
As the sun began to set, energy shifted to celebration with the Parade of Flags and Opening Ceremony. With over 200 sailors from more than 30 countries, the spectacle was nothing short of inspiring. Athletes proudly carried their national flags, uniting in color and spirit as they prepared to compete on the world stage.
Today, the racing begins. The first warning signal is scheduled for 13:00—stay tuned as the action gets underway!
How to follow the 2025 ILCA 4 Youth World Championships
We’ll be publishing a daily report with links to results and photos at ilcasailing.org. You can find all information about the competition on the event website: https://2025ilca4youth.ilca-worlds.org. Live action with interviews, videos, and pictures will also be posted daily across ILCA’s social media channels. We encourage you to follow and subscribe to stay instantly notified about the latest updates:
About ILCA 4 Youth World Championships
The ILCA 4 Youth World Championships is a premier international sailing event, bringing together young sailors from around the world to compete at the highest level in the ILCA 4 class. The competition offers a platform for talented athletes to showcase their skills, make lifelong connections, and take the next step toward elite sailing careers.
Report by Agustín Argüelles – ILCA | Photos by Simone Staff – Seaster Media.