42 teams, 8 nations with 210 competitors, set off for the J24 European Championship

Between August 20th and 27th, 2023, the J24 European Championship is being held in Balatonfüred, Hungary, in collaboration between the Balatonfüredi Yacht Club, the Hungarian J24 Class Association, the Hungarian Sailing Federation, and the International J24 Class Association. Eight nations, 42 boats, and 210 competitors took to the water. Hungary is hosting the continental competition for the third time after 2008 and 2017.

The 5-day, 10-race competition began on Wednesday, August 23, following a two-and-a-half-day registration process and a light-wind practice race. The first day of racing concluded with two valid races and one abandoned race under the November flag. After the two races, the German team „Schwere Jungs,” led by Stefan Karsunke, is in the lead, followed by a Hungarian crew on „iJroncat” skippered by Gábor Sallai in second place, and the Irish team „Headcase” helmed by Cillian Dickinson in third place.

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42 teams, 8 nations with 210 competitors, set off for the J24 European Championship

Between August 20th and 27th, 2023, the J24 European Championship is being held in Balatonfüred, Hungary, in collaboration between the Balatonfüredi Yacht Club, the Hungarian J24 Class Association, the Hungarian Sailing Federation, and the International J24 Class Association. Eight nations, 42 boats, and 210 competitors took to the water. Hungary is hosting the continental competition for the third time after 2008 and 2017.

The 5-day, 10-race competition began on Wednesday, August 23, following a two-and-a-half-day registration process and a light-wind practice race. The first day of racing concluded with two valid races and one abandoned race under the November flag. After the two races, the German team „Schwere Jungs,” led by Stefan Karsunke, is in the lead, followed by a Hungarian crew on „iJroncat” skippered by Gábor Sallai in second place, and the Irish team „Headcase” helmed by Cillian Dickinson in third place.

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2023 J24 European Championship Sets Sail in Balatonfüred

Balatonfüred, August 22, 2023 – After two and a half days of registration and inspection, the highly anticipated 2023 J24 European Championship officially commenced at the Balatonfüredi Yacht Club in Balatonfüred, Hungary. Organized jointly by the Hungarian J24 Class, Balatonfüredi Yacht Club, and Hungarian Sailing Federation, this event brings together 8 countries, 42 teams, and 210 sailors on board to compete for the coveted European Championship title.

Over the course of 5 days, the championship will feature a total of 10 races. The first day of racing, August 23, is scheduled to include three races as competitors set out to navigate the challenging waters of Lake Balaton.

The event kicked off with a practise race at 3:00 PM in light and variable winds of 4-6 knots from the west. The practice race was claimed by the Hungarian boat HUN205 „Twenty Big 5,” securing the first place. The Greek entry GRE751 „Hellenic Police” secured second place, followed closely by the German entry GER4406 „Jux und Dollerei” in third place.

GALCO Ropes – strategic partner

We are thrilled to announce our main sponsor for the Hungarian J24 Class and strategic partner of the upcoming 2023 J24 European Championship: Galco Ropes! Galco Ropes is renowned for producing top-quality ropes specifically designed for sailing boats. 
But that’s notall! Galco Ropes has created an incredible 2023 calendar that showcases a different knot each month, demonstrated by renowned figures in Hungarian sailing.  In the month of May, our very own class captain, Erik Hercsel, shares his insights about the flagpole knot.According to Erik, „Flags are not only practical, but they also represent a sense of belonging. They symbolize our connection to a nation, a club, a class, and a community.” And what better way to celebrate belonging than being part of the extraordinary J24 European Championship? Don’t miss out on this fantastic event! Get ready to sail into greatness with Galco Ropes and experience the thrill of the J24 European Championship. See you there!

Ranglista díjátadó

A Magyar Vitorlás Szövetség március 4-én a Testnevelési Egyetemen tartotta a 2022. évi ranglista díjátadóját. A World Sailing osztályban a J24-eseket is díjazták. Az ünnepélyes díjátadón mindhárom dobogós képviseltette magát. A ranglista győztes a 2022. évi bajnok csapat a DJango lett, Hercsel Erik kormányzásával. A csapat: Dávid Dani, Dávid Juli, Horváth Marci, Pálinkás Matyi (Zámbó Örs) A második helyen a J’korszak Laurel végzett Farkas Tamás vezényletével. A legénység: Farkas Gabi, Farkas Lili, Lajos László, Szöllőssy Balázs (Kovács Buna Botond) A harmadik helyet a Twenty Big 5 szerezte meg.  Fluck Bencével a kormánynál. A csapat: Székely-Gyökössy Szabolcs, Fluck Iza, Kiss Viktória, Kissné Fluck Daniella, Kiss Csaba. Gratulálunk a díjazottaknak!

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