American sailors shine at French Olympic Week ahead of 2028 Games

The 57th French Olympic Week kicks off in Hyères, with 705 sailors from 59 countries competing for crucial Olympic points. Here’s why this regatta is pivotal for 2028 Olympic hopefuls shaping their journeys toward Los Angeles.

Racing spans ten classes, including Mixed 470s, 49ers, and various kiteboarding categories. North American teams stand out, particularly in the 49er class, where Americans Andrew Mollerus and Trevor Bornath lead after three races, while their compatriots Nevin Snow and Ian MacDiarmid sit in sixth. In Men's Formula Kites, Noah Runciman holds 15th place, with Adam Keaton in 28th.

The ILCA 6 class features American Charlotte Rose in eighth, while Canadian Clara Gravely is at 53rd. In ILCA 7, American Daniel Escudero is 46th, alongside fellow countryman Julian Soto in 131st. Canadian James Juhasz stands at 55th.

Competition intensifies in the Men's iQFOIL class, with Canadian Valentino Blewett in 13th. American Brianna Orams is 34th in the women's division. In Nacra 17, Americans Riley Gibbs and Louisa Nordstrom are in 17th place.

With only a few races in, expect dramatic shifts on the leaderboard as the competition unfolds.