After racing, Team Canada sailors started trading their team uniforms, shirts, life jackets with kids around the world. This is customary at the end of each major Optimist championship. Trading was very active. There was a lot of haggling for much sought after items such as the Chilean and Italian team jackets, Team Sweden and Team Finland life jackets. It was worth seeing... At the end of the day, all the kids were smiling regardless of their finishes. The night continued with a BBQ dinner, awards and a party under the full moon.
There were many lessons learned in this championship. Some of which are well known and documented for years. Our sailors need more training and experience in starts, finishes, large fleet racing, better boat handling in various conditions and more time on the water to be able to complete against some of the best sailors around the world.
This was a tough regatta with very strong sailors. Sailing conditions were light and very fluky most of the time. Many top sailing nations and national champions missed the podium. Our sailors tried their best and this was the best they could do.
We are very proud of all of them regardless of their final standing in this championship. Special thanks go to our coach Osvaldo for coaching our sailors during this championship.
See you all in Canada or around the world.
Fair winds and safe travels to all...
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