Write-Up
RS Fest Miami - Coconut Grove SC, Regatta Park, Miami, FL, USA, Mar 30 - Apr 1, 2024
The excitement of the 2024 RS Fest swept over the waters of the stunning Biscayne Bay in Miami, from March 29th to April 1st with sunshine, blue skies, hot air, warm water and a gentle sea breeze of 8 to 15 knots and surfable waves. Over 40 boats competed fiercely, with athletes from across the globe showcasing their skills. 34 RS Aeros representing 7 counties raced alongside fleets of RS21s, RS Fevas and RS Teras.
RS Aero 7s
Day 1 brought glorious racing on Biscayne Bay with a fairly unstable puffy shifty breeze. There were four different race winners with Upamanyu Dutta IND, Noah Rees GBR, Marc Jacobi USA and Peter Barton GBR taking a race each.
Day 2 belonged to Upamanyu Dutta IND taking all four race wins.
Day 3 was Noah Rees GBR's taking all 3 wins.
Upmanyu Dutta from India secured victory, trailed by Noah Rees 2nd and Peter Barton 3rd, both from the UK.
RS Aero 6s
Noel Butler IRL triumphed in the RS Aero 6s making a comeback on the final day to beat Hank Saurage USA on a tie break.
RS Aero 5s
Nathalie Jacobs COL won the RS Aero 5s
The event was marked by a fun and family-style atmosphere, adding to the camaraderie and excitement of the regatta. Everyone is excited for future RS Fests to come in Miami! Thanks to all the sponsors and to Coconut Grove Sailing Club for hosting an excellent regatta!
FULL REPORT by RS Sailing
PHOTOS by Hannah Lee Noll Results
RS Aero 7s 1st Upamanyu Dutta IND 2nd Noah Rees GBR 3rd Peter Barton GBR
RS Aero 6s 1st Noel Butler IRL 2nd Hank Saurage USA 3rd Roy Van Maanen IRL
RS Aero 5s 1st Nathalie Jacobs COL 2nd Trin Ollinger USA 3rd Ellis Ollinger USA |
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