World Champions

"Today we enjoyed a fantastic day of racing in ideal conditions, with 15 to 20 knots of breeze – exactly the kind of weather we had been hoping for all week. It was the perfect way to conclude the championship. The credit for this success goes first and foremost to an extraordinary crew. In every position, we had the best people we could possibly wish for. Personally, I have been waiting for this moment for a long time. After several second-place finishes, winning my first World Championship title is immensely satisfying. We are also very proud of the work that was done on the boat. Throughout the championship, we raced in a wide variety of conditions, from light airs to stronger winds, and the boat proved to be extremely competitive in every situation. In winds above 10 knots, we performed at our very best, and today the boat sailed exceptionally well. All of our competitors raced at a very high level, and the competition was extremely intense, but we knew we could rely on a fast boat and a highly experienced team. This title is the result of an outstanding team effort and meticulous preparation in every respect."