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Artemis leads the 5.5 Metre Alpen Cup at Riva after a fiercely competitive Day 1 featuring three races in 15-20 knot winds. This thrilling start sets the stage for an intense weekend of racing.
After the first day, Artemis (NOR 57, Kristian Nergaard, Trond Solli-Saether, Anders Pedersen) tops the leaderboard with a strong performance, but is closely followed by Aspire (POL 17, Przemek Gacek, Mateusz Kusznierewicz, Kilian Weiss), who shares equal points in second place. Otto (NOR 68, Bent Christian Wilhelmsen, Lasse Berthelsen, Herve Cunningham) sits in third.
The opening race saw Marie-Françoise XXII (SUI 233, Jurg Menzi, Jurgen Eiermann, Kim Chabani) dominate with a commanding lead. Following races showcased the skill of the fleet, particularly with Aspire and Artemis battling fiercely for top spots. The conditions on Lake Garda improved significantly, providing ideal racing conditions after a week of instability.
Kusznierewicz praised the day, emphasizing the competitive spirit and the opportunity to refine strategies. Nergaard echoed this sentiment, highlighting the challenges of early-season racing. With 12 teams from eight nations competing, expect more thrilling moments as the Alpen Cup progresses.
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