THE annual National Redwing Class Championships took place in Looe last weekend. Four Tenby Sailing Club boats made the journey, to join six boats from Looe.

After four races in very shifty winds, Robin and Ben Wood, sailing Tenby Sailing Club’s Redwing 244, emerged as National Champions for 2026.

Dinghy Racing at home

The best race of the season so far took place on Tuesday, 30 June.

Eleven crews, including juniors, instructors, and neighbours from Saundersfoot, enjoyed some brilliant racing in a good breeze.

Results: 1, Phantom 1435, Ben Dancer; 2, Europe 444, Robin Wood; 3, ILCA7 165257, Peter Rose; 4, ILCA7 227953, Dave Plester; 5, Contender 646, Steve Leach; 6, RS Feva, Ed and Lottie Dashfield; 7, Redwing 228, Bill and Nan Dowell; 8, ILCA7 211169, Dave Griffiths; 9, ILCA7 169024, Kevin Upstill; 10, Redwing 241, Julian Cumpsty and Michelle James; 11, Redwing 244, Tom Eyre and Harri Richards. Officials thanked Lewis and Peter for setting the course.

The Hobbs Point to Tenby race was well contested
The Hobbs Point to Tenby race was well contested (Tenby SC)

Cruiser Racing

The Annual Passage Race from Hobbs Point to Tenby attracted nine entries.

A good Westerly breeze ensured an exhilarating sail.

Division 1: 1, Miss Tiggywinkle; 2, Shotgun 6; 3, Maelstrom; 4, Red5; 5, Windsong; 6, Maverick.

Division 2: 1, Sea Otterp; 2, Wilson; 3, Apatshe.

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