Wot Chicks make the cut in Lysekil Match Race
Day 3 in Lysekil saw the completion of the Stage 1 Round Robin, with the six highest scoring teams qualifying for the next stage.
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The draw meant Wot Chicks were racing for all of the last six races of the round supported by a cheer squad of Liz Baylis, Camilla Ulrikkeholm and their teams as well as the occasional seal.
In a light and fluky sea breeze, the conditions were once again challenging. The five knot breeze emphasized the importance of boat speed and gauge in pre-start manoeuvres in order to maintain control. Having trailed off the start Wot Chicks learnt their lesson, dominating subsequent starts.
Our races today were against some of the top European teams who regularly race these boats. Capitalising on the DS37 training in Denmark proved invaluable for both boat speed and boat handling. Our racing this trip has shown a marked improvement since Marstrand, highlighting the importance of time and experience in what will be the boat used for the next Worlds.
Finishing the round with seven wins, the slate is wiped clean for the next stage.
Teams through to the Stage 2 Round Robin are:
1. Claire Leroy
2. Lotte Meldgaard Pedersen
3. Lucy MacGregor
4. Katie Spithill
5. Jenny Axhede
6. Linda Rahm
Wot Chicks would like to thank their sponsors Graeme Wood, co-founder of Wotif.com, SLAM & Rudy Project, as well as their coach and extra crew member sitting back in AUS pacing the hallway.
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