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01/11/2026

¡ARGENTINA CELEBRA UN DOBLETE EN PUNTA DEL ESTE!

Tomás Molinari se consagró Campeón Sudamericano de Optimist 2026, sumando el título individual al oro conseguido con Argentina en el Team Racing.

El estadounidense Ryan Lee finalizó segundo en la clasificación general. Tomás Calvo (Argentina) fue tercero y Felipe Hutzler (Brasil), cuarto en la general y tercero sudamericano.

En la clasificación femenina, el podio fue para Catalina Gómez (Argentina), Giovana Ribeiro y Helena Echenique (Brasil).

180 navegantes de 12 países participaron en esta 54ª edición, organizada por el Yacht Club Punta del Este.

ARGENTINA CELEBRATES A DOUBLE TRIUMPH IN PUNTA DEL ESTE!

Tomás Molinari was crowned 2026 Optimist South American Champion, adding the individual title to Argentina's Team Racing gold medal.

USA's Ryan Lee finished second overall. Argentina's Tomás Calvo placed third, while Brazil's Felipe Hutzler finished fourth overall and third in the South American Championship.

In the girls' classification, the podium featured Catalina Gómez (Argentina), Giovana Ribeiro and Helena Echenique (Brazil).

A total of 180 sailors from 12 nations took part in the 54th edition, hosted by Yacht Club Punta del Este.

30/10/2026

MOLINARI TOMA EL LIDERAZGO EN UN DÍA DE VIENTOS FUERTES

Con vientos del Este y Sudeste de 15 a 20 nudos, los 180 navegantes de 12 países disputaron dos regatas en la bahía de Maldonado, en la cuarta jornada del 54° Sudamericano de Optimist.

Tomás Molinari (ARG) es el nuevo líder con 14 puntos netos, seguido por Ryan Lee (USA), con 17, y Tomás Calvo (ARG), con 19. Felipe Hutzler (BRA) ganó la segunda regata y marcha cuarto con 21 puntos.

TOP 10 – CLASIFICACIÓN GENERAL / OVERALL STANDINGS
1.⁠ ⁠Tomás Molinari (ARG) – 14
2. Ryan Lee (USA) – 17
3. Tomás Calvo (ARG) – 19
4. Felipe Hutzler (BRA) – 21
5. Francisco Calabrese (ARG) – 23
6. André Minns (BRA) – 34
7. Giovana Ribeiro (BRA) – 37
8. João Lucena (BRA) – 39
9. Frederico Bianchi (BRA) – 41
10. Justo Bracco (ARG) – 45.

Giovana Ribeiro (BRA) es la primera dama, séptima en la general.

TODO SE DEFINE EL SÁBADO: hay tres regatas programadas y solo nueve puntos separan a los cinco primeros.

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MOLINARI TAKES THE LEAD AS STRONG WINDS SHAKE UP THE STANDINGS

With easterly to southeasterly winds of 15–20 knots, 180 sailors from 12 nations completed two races in Maldonado Bay on day four of the 54th Optimist South American Championship.

Tomás Molinari (ARG) leads with 14 net points, followed by Ryan Lee (USA) on 17 and Tomás Calvo (ARG) on 19. Felipe Hutzler (BRA) won the second race and is fourth overall with 21 points.

Giovana Ribeiro (BRA) is the leading female sailor, seventh overall.

EVERYTHING TO BE DECIDED ON SATURDAY: three races are scheduled, with just nine points separating the top five.

Sudamericano de Optimist 2026. Yacht Club Punta del Este, Uruguay / © Matias Capizzano

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30/10/2026

ARGENTINA SE QUEDA CON TODO EN EL SUDAMERICANO DE TEAM RACING
¡Podio completamente argentino!

En una emocionante jornada de regatas por equipos en la bahía de Maldonado, Argentina conquistó los tres primeros puestos del Campeonato Sudamericano de Team Racing 2026, disputado en el marco del 54° Campeonato Sudamericano de Optimist.

SOUTH AMERICAN TEAM RACING
🥇 ARGENTINA 1: Tomás Calvo, Tomás Molinari, Gino Pichetti, Tiziano Vesperini y Joaquín Figueroa.
🥈 ARGENTINA 2: Francisco Calabrese, Ema Villamarín, Justo Bracco, Catalina Gómez y Francisco Balbuena.
🥉 ARGENTINA 3: Pilar Andrea Zabala, Inés María Adlercreutz, Tomás Bizzozero Simone, Juan Bautista Figueroa y Máximo Corominas.

NATIONS CUP
En la competencia internacional, Estados Unidos se llevó el título, seguido por Canadá y Puerto Rico.
🥇 USA 1: Tucker Johnson, Ryan Lee, Ivan Riano Jr., Mason Lim y Thomas Weidner.
🥈 CANADA 1: Tia Kinnear, Hansen Huang, Kayden Lo, Kyle Hui y Sophie Carroll.
🥉 PUERTO RICO: Lucas Christiansen, Mauro Morales, Cecilia Christiansen, Franco Mangual Casellas y Leandro Rodríguez Vega.

Dos competencias, seis equipos en el podio y una jornada de mucha acción, estrategia y trabajo en equipo. ¡Felicitaciones a todos los equipos!

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ARGENTINA SWEEPS THE PODIUM AT THE SOUTH AMERICAN TEAM RACING CHAMPIONSHIP
An all-Argentine podium!

In an exciting day of team racing in Maldonado Bay, Argentina claimed all three podium positions at the 2026 South American Team Racing Championship, held as part of the 54th Optimist South American Championship.

SOUTH AMERICAN TEAM RACING
🥇 ARGENTINA 1: Tomás Calvo, Tomás Molinari, Gino Pichetti, Tiziano Vesperini and Joaquín Figueroa.
🥈 ARGENTINA 2: Francisco Calabrese, Ema Villamarín, Justo Bracco, Catalina Gómez and Francisco Balbuena.
🥉 ARGENTINA 3: Pilar Andrea Zabala, Inés María Adlercreutz, Tomás Bizzozero Simone, Juan Bautista Figueroa and Máximo Corominas.

NATIONS CUP
In the international competition, the United States claimed the title, followed by Canada and Puerto Rico.
🥇 USA 1: Tucker Johnson, Ryan Lee, Ivan Riano Jr., Mason Lim and Thomas Weidner.
🥈 CANADA 1: Tia Kinnear, Hansen Huang, Kayden Lo, Kyle Hui and Sophie Carroll.
🥉 PUERTO RICO: Lucas Christiansen, Mauro Morales, Cecilia Christiansen, Franco Mangual Casellas and Leandro Rodríguez Vega.

Two competitions, six teams on the podium and a day filled with action, tactics and teamwork. Congratulations to all the teams!

Yacht Club Punta del Este – Uruguay

Sudamericano de Optimist 2026. Yacht Club Punta del Este, Uruguay / © Matias Capizzano

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Regatas Dia 1. Sudamericano de Optimist 2026. Yacht Club Punta del Este, Uruguay / © Matias Capizzano

26/10/2026

Ceremonia de apertura. Sudamericano de Optimist 2026. Yacht Club Punta del Este, Uruguay / © Matias Capizzano

25/10/2026

Preparativos. Sudamericano de Optimist 2026. Yacht Club Punta del Este, Uruguay / © Matias Capizzano

23/10/2026

Entrenamientos. 2026 Sudamericano de Optimist. Yacht Club Punta del Este, Uruguay / @ Matias Capizzano

Yacht Club Punta del Este
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02/10/2026

2027 Optimist North American Championship Notice of Race Now Available!

IODA is delighted to announce the publication of the Notice of Race for the 2027 Optimist North American Championship, to be held in San Felipe, Baja California, Mexico during May 16 – 23, 2027.

San Felipe offers a unique blend of desert landscapes, warm waters, and spectacular coastal scenery. Framed by the rugged mountains of Baja California and the turquoise waters of the Sea of Cortez, the venue is renowned for its natural beauty, stunning sunsets, and welcoming maritime culture. Often described as one of the world's great sailing destinations, the area provides an unforgettable setting for international competition and friendship among young sailors.

The local community is eagerly anticipating the arrival of sailors, coaches, and families from across the Americas.

Mayor José Luis Dagnino, President of San Felipe, welcomed the opportunity to host the championship, saying:

“San Felipe is delighted to host the 2027 Optimist North American Championship, and we look forward to making sure that all our guests experience the winds, seas and hospitality that have made our region one of the most desirable sailing venues in the world.”

IODA Vice President of the Americas, Sigrid Beckmann, also expressed her enthusiasm for the event:
"I'm extremely happy to see the 2027 North American Championship coming to San Felipe. We're looking forward to welcoming sailors from across the Americas to the extraordinarily beautiful Sea of Cortez and sharing the warmth and hospitality of Mexico with our sailing family.
The Optimist class brings young people together through sailing, friendship, and shared experiences, and San Felipe will be a wonderful place for them to enjoy all of this. I look forward to seeing everyone there."

Members are invited to review the Notice of Race, which contains important information concerning eligibility, entry, accommodation, schedules, and event procedures. You can find it here: https://2027northamericans.optiworld.org/en/default/races/race

Registration will open on Monday, October 5. The first entry deadline is November 11, 2026.

IODA extends its thanks to the Organising Authority and the local host team for their preparations and looks forward to a successful championship in San Felipe, Mexico next spring!

25/09/2026

Notice of Race Published for the 2027 Optimist World Championship in Lanzarote

The International Optimist Dinghy Association (IODA) is pleased to announce the publication of the Notice of Race for the 2027 Optimist World Championship, which will be held in Lanzarote, Spain, from 24 June to 4 July 2027. You can view it here: https://2027worlds.optiworld.org/en/default/races/race

The publication of the Notice of Race marks an important step in the preparations for the premier international event for Optimist sailors, bringing together the world's leading young sailors, coaches, team leaders and families for eleven days of competition and cultural exchange.

Hosted by Club Deportivo Náutico Castillo del Águila, the Championship will take place at the Marina Rubicón in Lanzarote, one of the world's most renowned sailing destinations. The island is recognized for its reliable winds, favourable weather conditions, and extensive experience.

Reflecting on this important step towards the 2027 Optimist World Championship, Ricardo Navarro, the IODA President, commented:

"The publication of the Notice of Race is an important milestone on the road to the 2027 Optimist World Championship in Lanzarote. Lanzarote has extensive experience in organising major international sailing events and offers excellent conditions both on and off the water. We are confident that this experience, together with the commitment of the Organising Authority and the support of IODA, will provide our sailors, teams and families with an outstanding World Championship. We very much look forward to welcoming the Optimist community from around the world to Lanzarote in 2027."

The host organiser, Club Deportivo Náutico Castillo del Águila, also expressed its enthusiasm for welcoming the international Optimist community:

"It is a great honour to host the 2027 Optimist World Championship in Lanzarote. With our strong sailing tradition and world-class conditions, we look forward to welcoming young sailors from around the world to our island."

The Notice of Race outlines the event format, eligibility requirements, registration procedures, and key dates for participating teams and competitors. The IODA Members are encouraged to review the document and begin their preparations for the Championship.

Registration will open on Friday, September 25.

The Optimist World Championship represents the very best of youth sailing, providing young athletes from around the world with the opportunity to compete, learn, and build lifelong friendships. IODA looks forward to welcoming the global Optimist community to Lanzarote in 2027 for a World Championship that promises outstanding racing, memorable experiences, and lasting connections for sailors.

23/06/2026