The 2026 ILCA 6 Youth World Championships officially opened in Aarhus this evening with a Parade along the waterfront. 429 sailors from across the world walked together carrying their 45 national flags, following the coastline with Aarhus Bay in the background. Six days of racing awaits them as they head into the Qualifying Series, starting tomorrow.
The Australian contingent consists of 5 boys and 3 girls – Good Luck to them all.
Upon arrival at Aarhus International Sailing Center, the sailors received a warm welcome from Hans Skou, chairman of the sailing centre, and Olympic Gold medalist Anne-Marie Rindom, who encouraged them to “sail fast and have fun.”
Earlier in the day, the focus turned to the water for the official Practice Race. Light winds provided both sailors and the race management team an opportunity to test the racecourses, starting procedures and course setup before the championship races begin.
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