(Arzachena, Sardinia, Italy)- With 51 teams already registered, the Club
Nautico Arzachena on the spectacular island of Sardinia will have near
record attendance for both the Italian J/24 Championship and the J/24
European Championship. It's not surprising that sailors look forward to
making a "pilgrimage" to the great island of Sardinia since it
generally offers fabulous sailing conditions, gorgeous azure blue
Mediterranean waters, and incredibly delicious hospitality. Simply put, Sardinia is a favorite with sailors around the world. The weather and sea conditions and the spectacular landscape, from the Gulf of Arzachena and the archipelago of La Maddalena, make it a sought-after area for sailing competitions. Not surprising. So far, lovers of the Italian landscape and seascape include 29 Italian, 13 German, 2 Hungarian, 2 Greek, 2 Monaco, 1 Swedish, 1 Brazilian and 1 American team to date! Included are the reigning Italian Champions on LA SUPERBA and recent J/24 World Champion- BRUSCHETTA, with Brazilian Mauricio Santa Cruz at the helm.
"We are pleased with the large number of participants, especially given the economic crisis that has forced many clubs to waive participation," says Tonino Chessa, president of the organizing committee, "we feared for the heavy costs of travel necessary to reach Sardinia. Fortunately, some shipping companies have guaranteed benefits on prices. This first result encourages us to continue to focus on these events, which I believe are the best tool for the dissemination of the economic development of our region and, especially, for the dissemination of the sport of sailing." The races start with the practice race of the Italian Championship on Friday May 25. For more J/24 Italian & European Championship sailing information
