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ILCAuk ILCA 7 Masters Inland Championship at Rutland Sailing Club

by Guy Noble 31 Oct 08:38 UTC 26-27 October 2024
ILCA Masters Inlands at Rutland © Georgie Altham

In the days leading up to this final Masters event of 2024, the forecast was, at best, unpredictable. As the weekend neared, however, predictions started aligning — unfortunately, in a rather bleak direction. Yet, with typical optimism, over 70 sailors turned out, ready to race.

Years back, a curious sailor once asked the legendary yachting journalist John Roberson, aka "Robo," about the scene in the dinghy park. Robo's quick reply? "Knee-deep in bulls**t, old chap." After a week at the Masters Europeans in Vilamoura, it felt all too familiar. With no wind on Saturday, racing was canceled, though spirits remained high as sailors gathered for a "bangers and mash" dinner and a prize draw featuring exceptional items from sponsors — including Ovington Boats, Sailingfast, and multi-tools from Tideway Wealth.

Sunday dawned with slightly more promise, though it began under postponement. Finally, the wind stirred, sluggishly growing like the last 15 years of UK Government social housing projects. But by late morning, a gentle 4-7 knots allowed racing to commence.

Race 1 was a slow grind, with the right side paying off handsomely on the first beat. Tom Taylor from King George Sailing Club claimed victory, followed by Simon Odling in 2nd and Phil Bevan in 3rd, with Stephen James finishing a strong 6th.

Race 2 shifted towards the south shore, where local knowledge was crucial as the westerly wind funnelled down, adding some punch but also bringing tricky bends and shifts. Paul Davies, Guy Noble, and Joza Cic led the fleet initially, but Joza's penalty turn opened the way for Stephen Videlo to overtake Guy. The race wrapped up with Paul in 1st, Stephen 2nd, and Guy 3rd.

Race 3 saw a slightly steadier 8-10 knots. With three beats to navigate, Tom Taylor, having been OCS in Race 2, executed a flawless race to secure 1st, followed by Paul Davies and Alan Davis in 2nd and 3rd respectively. David Gale also showed his best form, finishing 4th.

Race 4 brought stronger conditions with most sailors hiking hard. With the discard in play, it was a showdown between Tom Taylor and Paul Davies. However, Stuart Hudson, hitting his stride, took control and dominated the race, with Tim Keighley finishing 2nd and Stephen Videlo 3rd. Paul's 7th and Tom's 4th were just enough for Tom to clinch the overall series win.

The age category winners were:

Apprentice Masters
1st Tom Tayor 1st (1st overall)
2nd Paul Davis (2nd overall)
3rd Stephen Videlo (3rd overall)

Masters
1st Martin Faray

Grand Masters
1st Alan Davis

Great Grand Masters
1st Guy Noble

This brings to a conclusion a tricky season of ILCA Masters events but sets things up nicely for next year. The Masters kicks off with a May outing to Parkstone - hopefully racing in the bay and then the Master Nationals in early June closely followed by the Europeans at Hayling. Check out ILCA.uk for more info.

Our great sponsors give these events a bit of pizazz, they help create a sense of occasion - so with this in mind we say Thank you sponsors and we look forward to next season.

Overall Results:

PosNatSail NoHelmClubAge CategoryR1R2R3R4Pts
1stGBR225617Tom TaylorKing George Sailing ClubAM1(OCS)146
2ndGBR224542Paul Davies AM412‑77
3rdGBR220633Stephen VideloWaldringfield SCAM‑825310
4thGBR221328Alan DavisParkstone Yacht ClubGM5‑133614
5th 191871Phil BevanGrafhamGM3‑129517
6thGBR222201Guy NobleQueen Mary SCGGM‑18361019
7thGBR204644Stuart HudsonRoyal Lymington YCGM138‑18122
8thGBR219895Martin FraryHISCM1247‑1623
9thGBR219650Tim KeighleyWest Riding SCM11‑1413226
10th 221325Howard Green GM‑28581427
11th 223673Stuart BelfieldLeigh & Lowton SCGM‑267101128
12th 212061Simon HardimanBartley SCM1011‑14829
13thGBR208322David GaleGWSCM9174‑2730
14thGBR177453Simon OdlingDraycote Water SCAM2921‑3032
15thGBR215159Stephen JamesGrafham Water SCGM61511‑2032
16thCRO211870Joza CicWembley SCGM‑216201339
17thGBR216543Marcellus PryorDraycote Water Sailing ClubGM16‑2715940
18thGBR219825David ReasonHarwich Town Sailing ClubGM‑2710191948
19thGBR137436Robert Gorrod M15(OCS)122249
20thGBR2000663Peter CromptonWembleyGGM17‑22171751
21stGBR170264Colin DengatePennine SCAM72323‑2553
22ndGBR221486John ElderGrafham Water Sailing ClubM22‑28162361
23rdGBR218700Andy FoxLeigh & Lowton S C.GM‑3221221861
24thGBR222220Simon CaveyQueen Mary SCGM1424‑252462
25thGBR188783Nick StotenMounts Bay SCGM‑2525241564
26thFRA215492Andrew Hill‑SmithPapercourtGM1916‑292964
27thGBR220515Kevin Osman GGM‑2926281266
28thGBR212146Gareth HumphreyParkstone Yacht ClubGM2318‑262667
29thGBR167860Freddie Brasted‑WattsWaldringfield Sailing ClubAM2429‑302174
30thGBR197774Carl AveryBurton SCGM‑3020272875
31stGBR209487Alan HollowayWembley SCGM‑3319323182
32nd 205187Michael MeakerNorth Lincolnshire & Humberside SailingGM2030‑333383
33rdGBR207700Julian WilkinsChichester Yacht ClubGM313131‑3293
34thGBR183299Robert JonesHerefordGM(DNC)DNCDNCDNC111
34th 201939Ashley DeakinOxford SCGM(DNC)DNCDNCDNC111
34thGBR217179Matthew FletcherQueen Mary SCGM(DNC)DNCDNCDNC111

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