Yachting Malta BSC International Regatta concludes after four days of racing

The Yachting Malta BSC International Regatta concluded following four days of racing that tested sailors in a range of wind conditions. Competitors faced light airs as well as stronger winds that reached up to 29 knots during the series.

Race management completed a total of ten races for both the ILCA and Optimist classes. Throughout the regatta, officials adapted to changing conditions in order to maximise racing opportunities while maintaining safety standards.

On one of the more demanding days, racing was relocated to the Delimara area to benefit from land shelter. Conditions exceeded forecasts and racing was later suspended, with safety measures prioritised. The final day provided improved conditions, enabling racing to proceed efficiently across two courses and bringing the regatta to a structured conclusion.

The event attracted a strong international fleet, competing alongside Maltese sailors across all classes. Close racing was recorded throughout the ILCA 4, ILCA 6, ILCA 7 and Optimist fleets. Cooperation between clubs, race officials, volunteers and support teams contributed to the delivery of the event.

The organisers thanked all sailors, coaches, officials, volunteers, support crews, parents and media partners. Sponsors included Yachting Malta and Visit Malta, with continued support from SportMalta, Malta Freeport Corporation, Freeport Terminal and Birżebbuġa Local Council.

Official Results

ILCA 4 Overall

1. Jacob Azzopardi BSC
2. Isaac Azzopardi BSC
3. Emily Fenech BSC

ILCA 4 Female

1. Emily Fenech BSC
2. Samantha Axisa RMYC
3. Sasha Nagrudnaya BSC

ILCA 6 Overall

1. Jonas Micallef RMYC
2. Timmy Vassallo MYSC
3. Katrina Micallef RMYC

ILCA 6 Female

1. Katrina Micallef RMYC
2. Lacey Aquilina BSC
3. Mia Busuttil MYSC

ILCA 7 Overall

1. Matthew Flores RMYC
2. Benjamin Vassallo MYSC
3. Shaun Aquilina BSC

Optimist Novice Overall

1. Aidan Saliba BSC
2. Thomas Zapciolu MYSC
3. Alessandra Vasileva Bulgaria

Optimist Novice Female

1. Alessandra Vasileva Bulgaria
2. Emma Palmier BSC
3. Amy Mercieca BSC

Optimist Cadet Overall

1. David Khatsko Poland
2. Jari Schaefer Dorn RMYC
3. Lukács Fehérgyarmati Tóth Hungary

Optimist Open Overall

1. Nathan Montebello BSC
2. Jack Vella BSC
3. Matthias Spiteri MYSC

Optimist Open Female

1. Karolina Cenova Bulgaria
2. Ina Atanasova Bulgaria
3. Emily Camilleri MYSC