Royal Cork Yacht Club on Show at the Optimist European Championships 2025
The 2025 Optimist European Championships are set to take place in Çeşme, Izmir, Turkey, where 300 sailors from 43 nations will gather to compete for this prestigious title. Racing will run from Thursday, May 29th through Wednesday, June 4th.
With its pristine blue Aegean Sea and sandy beaches, Çeşme is famed as Europe’s windsurfing capital, but this year, it will host the Optimist class, offering thrilling and challenging conditions as the Northerly breeze pushes 20+ knots most afternoons.
Each year, the Irish Optimist Association (IODAI) and Irish Sailing select seven talented sailors to represent Ireland in this intercontinental championship. This year, Royal Cork Yacht Club proudly boasts five of the seven selected sailors —an incredible testament to their dedication and skill!
Our sailors are in great company, with Team Lead Rear Admiral Yvonne Durcan and Team Coach Dara O’Shea guiding and supporting them every step of the way. They are ready to rise to the challenge, competing with determination and passion!
Representing RCYC:
- Dylan O’Sullivan
- Dougie Venner
- Isaac Vaughan
- Annabelle Wilson
- Amy Whyte
Let’s send our support to these outstanding young sailors. Wishing them a safe journey and exhilarating racing—fair winds and following seas!
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