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The 2026 Jura Scottish Series kicks off with fierce competition, challenging last year's champions to defend their titles. Here's why this opening day shifts the momentum for the entire series.
The racing on Loch Fyne features solid 10-15 knot southwesterly winds, allowing the One Design and IRC 1 classes to complete three thrilling races before 2:45 PM. In the One Design classes, each race boasts different winners, but in IRC Class 1, Ben Shelley's J/109 Mocking J dominates with two victories, leading over last year's champion, Brian Hall's Something Else, by four points. The family crew of Mocking J, including Ben's children Kate and Jamie, showcases impressive teamwork, with Jamie Hilton's tactical prowess shining through.
Meanwhile, the Etchells class experiences a mix of excitement and confusion. Colin MacDonald's Eccentric wins the first race after navigating correctly, while Peter Judd's Lock N Load claims victory in the second. Defending champion Allan Manuel's team takes the third race, leading the class by just one point. Judd praises the competitive spirit, highlighting the need to grow the Etchells fleet in Scotland.
Day one sets a high bar for the rest of the series, with intense racing and compelling stories unfolding on the water.
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