Team FRA-2 (Trécul Yoann/Ferrand Thomas) wins with a big lead ahead of SUI-225 (Steiner Marcel/Steiner Ben) and AUT-995 (Kohlendorfer Angelika/Claus Calvin).
Achensee (OTS) – Over the past few days, the largest lake in Tyrol has become the stage for an exciting European Tornado Championship. From July 18th to 22nd, 2023, sailing enthusiasts from eight nations gathered there to fight for the coveted title of European Champion in a thrilling competition. The boat FRA-2 (Trécul Yoann/Ferrand Thomas) clearly prevailed. The best domestic team was AUT-995 (Kohlendorfer Angelika/Claus Calvin). The event was successfully organized by the TWV (SCTWV) Achensee Sailing Club and provided sensational pictures.
The Tornado EM at Lake Achensee was characterized by exciting competitions, sometimes challenging weather conditions and impressive performances by the participants. Twenty-five crews from eight different countries demonstrated their skills and teamwork, thrilling colleagues, spectators and experts alike.
In the competition, the team sat down FRA-2 (Trécul Yoann/Ferrand Thomas) by a large margin and won the coveted title. Their exceptional sailing skills and excellent teamwork earned them a well-deserved victory. The winners praised the “very good organization” and congratulated the organizers. The second place “sailed” itself SUI-225 (Steiner Marcel/Steiner Ben). Third place went to the home boat AUT-995 (Kohlendorfer Angelika/Claus Calvin). became the best Tyroleans Hofbauer/Count with their tornado AUT-304.
Manfred Leixner, President of SCTWV Achensee: “It was a pleasure to organize the Tornado EM at Achensee. The lake kept us on our toes with its varied conditions and small weather challenges, which made the competition even more exciting. Many thanks to all participants, sponsors and volunteers who contributed to the success of this event. I would particularly like to mention that Dr. Georg Wietzorrek as the regatta manager mastered the sometimes very difficult weather conditions with ease. We are already looking forward to the next sailing events at Lake Achensee!”
Martin Tschoner, Managing Director of Achensee Tourism: “The Tornado EM at Achensee was an outstanding event that perfectly presented the beauty and diversity of our region. We are proud to have hosted this international sailing event and hope that the participants enjoyed the unique atmosphere at Lake Achensee.”
The European Championships in Tornado Sailing marked the highlight of the sailing summer at Lake Achensee. The successful event promises further exciting sailing highlights in the coming weeks. Interested parties can find the regatta calendar and further information at
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