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Sail First ISAF Youth Worlds Concludes In Limassol, Cyprus
21 July 2013, 1:40 pm
After five days of epic racing featuring 96 races the 2013 Sail First ISAF Youth Sailing World Championship has drawn to a close in Limassol, Cyprus.
Puerto Rico, French And Brazilian Sailors Take Final Sail First ISAF Youth Worlds Golden Honours
19 July 2013, 3:03 pm
Juan Perdomo (PUR), Lucas Rual and Emile Amoros (FRA) and Brazil's Tiago Brito and Andrei Kneipp added their names to the Sail First ISAF Youth World Championship gold medallists as racing concluded in Limassol, Cyprus.
Five World Champions Crowned With A Day To Spare At Sail First ISAF Youth Worlds
18 July 2013, 7:01 pm
Great Britain's Kieran Martin, China's Lu Yunxiu, Norway's Line Flem Host, Australia's Carrie Smith and Ella Clark and New Zealand's Isaac McHardie and Micah Wilkinson have won gold with a day to spare at the 2013 Sail First ISAF Youth Sailing World Championship in Limassol, Cyprus.
Kiwis Dominate SL16 Fleet At Sail First ISAF Youth Worlds
17 July 2013, 5:52 pm
New Zealand's Isaac McHardie and Micah Wilkinson are dominating the SL16 fleet after the third day of racing at the Sail First ISAF Youth Sailing World Championship in Limassol, Cyprus.
Beautiful Day For Italy's Paternoster And di Salle At Sail First ISAF Youth Worlds
16 July 2013, 6:20 pm
Defending 420 Girls Champions Ilaria Paternoster and Benedetta di Salle shone in the Cypriot sun on the second day of racing at the 2013 Sail First ISAF Youth Sailing World Championships.
Birthday Treats For Ukraine's Oleksandr Tugaryev At Sail First ISAF Youth Worlds
15 July 2013, 7:31 pm
Ukraine's Oleksandr Tugaryev earned himself a birthday treat at the Sail First ISAF Youth Worlds by recording two race victories and a eighth in the RS:X Boys.
ISAF President Carlo Croce Opens Sail First ISAF Youth Worlds
14 July 2013, 9:19 pm
ISAF President Carlo Croce officially welcomed 351 sailors from 61 nations to the 2013 Sail First ISAF Youth Sailing World Championship at the opening ceremony in Limassol, Cyprus.
No RS:X Certainties At Sail First ISAF Youth Worlds
11 July 2013, 7:48 am
Great Britain's Saskia Sills will aim to defend her RS:X Girls title at the Sail First ISAF Youth Sailing World Championship whilst an open RS:X Boys fleet means no certainties.
Fresh Faced French And Argentinean 29er Crews Up For Sail First ISAF Youth Worlds
10 July 2013, 8:52 am
Over 350 sailors from 61 nations are gearing up for the 2013 Sail First ISAF Youth Sailing World Championship set to be held in Limassol, Cyprus from 13-20 July 2013.
Spearman Returns To Defend Sail First ISAF Youth Worlds Radial Title
8 July 2013, 11:36 am
The Laser Radial Boys' and Girls' fleets at the 2013 Sail First ISAF Youth Sailing World Championship in Limassol, Cyprus will be the largest with 97 boats expected to take to the Cypriot waters.
Twenty Sailors To Receive Athlete Participation Programme Funding At 2013 Sail First ISAF Youth Worlds
30 May 2013, 1:11 pm
The International Sailing Federation (ISAF) is pleased to announce that 20 competitors from 11 nations have been approved to receive funding from the Athlete Participation Programme (APP) for the 2013 Sail First ISAF Youth Sailing World Championship.
Laser Radial Set For ISAF Youth Worlds As Equipment Reservation Extended
14 February 2013, 4:31 pm
The Laser Radial will be used as the boys and girls one-person dinghy equipment at the 2013 ISAF Youth Worlds in Limassol, Cyprus from 13-20 July.
2013 ISAF Youth Worlds Notice Of Race Released
3 December 2012, 1:51 pm
The Notice of Race for the 2013 ISAF Youth Sailing World Championship, the 43rd version of the championship being held in Limassol, Cyprus has been released.
Dublin Delivers Difficult Finale As Titles Decided
20 July 2012, 6:32 pm
Cool heads and steely nerves were among the vital attributes required to achieve ultimate success as the 2012 Four Star Pizza ISAF Youth World Sailing Championships finished on Dublin Bay in Ireland.
Brits And Spanish Lead Penultimate Day Medal Rush
19 July 2012, 7:51 pm
Though there is still one final day of racing scheduled at the 2012 Four Star Pizza ISAF Youth Sailing World Championship on Dublin Bay in Ireland, two class titles have already been decided.
Youngsters Enjoy RS:One Experience On Lay Day
19 July 2012, 10:15 am
After an exciting three days of racing at the 2012 ISAF youth worlds event in Dublin Ireland rest day dawned on some race hardened and weary international athletes.
Spanish Team Mates Share Success
18 July 2012, 7:25 pm
As the 2012 Four Star Pizza ISAF Youth Sailing World Championships moved into its second phase on Dublin Bay in Ireland, after a well-earned layday, the mounting pressure clearly had an effect today in several classes.
Four Star Pizza To Sponsor 2012 ISAF Youth Worlds
11 January 2012, 11:34 am
The ISAF Youth Sailing World Championship is delighted to announce Four Star Pizza as the title sponsor for the 2012 edition to be held in Dublin Bay, Ireland from 12-21 July 2012.
ISAF Invites Bids To Host The ISAF Youth Sailing World Championships From 2015
6 September 2011, 4:04 pm
ISAF is now inviting bids to host the ISAF Youth Sailing World Championships from 2015 onwards.
Medals Decided As The 2011 ISAF Youth Worlds Draws To A Close In Zadar
15 July 2011, 4:46 pm
The medals in the eight fleets at the 41st ISAF Youth Sailing World Championship in Zadar, Croatia have been decided following a dramatic final day.
The Final Countdown
15 July 2011, 8:48 am
The gold medals in each fleet at the 41st ISAF Youth Sailing World Championship in Zadar, Croatia will be decided today.
Scene Set For Thrilling Climax At The 41st ISAF Youth Worlds
14 July 2011, 5:37 pm
Maxime Mazard (FRA) and Giovanni Coccoluto (ITA) go into the final day of racing at the 41st ISAF Youth Sailing World Championship in Zadar, Croatia with just one point separating them in the Laser Radial Boys fleet.
Down To The Business End
14 July 2011, 9:09 am
With two days of competition remaining at the 41st ISAF Youth Sailing World Championship in Zadar, Croatia the competition is heating up.
Mazard Continues To Lead Despite A Disappointing Day
13 July 2011, 5:34 pm
Maxime Mazard (FRA) continues to lead the Laser Radial Boys despite having an off day at the 41st ISAF Youth Sailing World Championship in Zadar, Croatia.
Light Winds Set To Continue In Zadar
13 July 2011, 9:35 am
There will be further light winds in Zadar, Croatia for the 41st ISAF Youth Sailing World Championship with the wind not expected to pick up until as late as Friday.
Siripon Kaewduang-Ngam (THA) And Mateo Sanz (ESP) Shine In The RS:X
12 July 2011, 3:18 pm
Youth Olympic Games gold medallist, Siripon Kaewduang-Ngam (THA) and Spain's Mateo Sanz won both of their races today in the RS:X Boys and Girls at the 41st ISAF Youth Sailing World Championship in Zadar, Croatia.
RS:X Racers Expecting Good Winds On Fourth Day In Zadar
12 July 2011, 9:01 am
The RS:X Boys and Girls will be the only sailors out racing today after they were unable to sail the minimum requirement of five races over the first three days following light winds in Zadar, Croatia.
Perfection Personified By The Boys From Brazil
11 July 2011, 5:49 pm
There is no stopping Brazil's Martin Lowy and Kim Andrade after they secured their sixth consecutive race win in the SL16 at the 41st ISAF Youth Sailing World Championship in Zadar, Croatia.
Looking Ahead To Day Three
11 July 2011, 9:08 am
It is another beautiful sunny day in Zadar, Croatia for the third day of the 41st ISAF Youth Sailing World Championship.
Wonwoo And Fanciulli Dominate The RS:X In Zadar
10 July 2011, 6:18 pm
Italian RS:X Girl Veronica Fanciulli and Korean RS:X Boy Cho Wonwoo have set their stool out early at the 41st ISAF Youth Sailing World Championship in Zadar, Croatia by winning two out of three races each and coming second in the other.
Seven Weeks Together And At An ISAF Youth Worlds
10 July 2011, 4:33 pm
Varun Ashok Thakkar and Ganapathy Kc only began sailing with each other in the 29er seven weeks ago and the pair are enjoying their experience so far at the 41st ISAF Youth Sailing World Championship in Zadar, Croatia.
Afternoon Breeze Expected In Zadar
10 July 2011, 9:04 am
The sun is shining today in Zadar and the sailors are fully prepared for another day of ISAF Youth Sailing World Championship action.
Puerto Rico's Raul Rios And Fernando Monllor Lead The 420 Boys After Opening Day At The ISAF Youth Worlds
9 July 2011, 5:41 pm
Boys 420 ISAF Athlete Participation Programme sailors Raul Rios and Fernando Monllor (PUR) ended the opening day of sailing at the 41st ISAF Youth Sailing World Championship in Zadar, Croatia at the top of the leader board.
RS:X Sailors Set To Face Off At The ISAF Youth Worlds
1 July 2011, 10:28 am
The 21 strong RS:X Girls fleet will be hotly contested at the 2011 ISAF Youth Sailing World Championship as rivalries from the Singapore 2010 Youth Olympic Games are renewed.
420 Sailors Following In The Footsteps At The ISAF Youth Worlds
30 June 2011, 2:08 pm
Thirty two girls' teams will sail in Zadar, Croatia in their bid for ISAF Youth Worlds 420 glory. They will be looking to emulate the 2008 Olympic gold medallists in the women's 470 whose trophy cabinet includes ISAF Youth Worlds gold medals in the 420.
Laser Radial Sailors Flock To ISAF Youth Worlds
29 June 2011, 10:10 am
Ninety three Laser Radial sailors will make their way to Zadar, Croatia from 7-16 July for the ISAF Youth Sailing World Championship. With 51 boys and 42 girls the competition to be crowned ISAF Youth Worlds champion will be fierce.
Facing Familiar Foes At The ISAF Youth Worlds
28 June 2011, 9:59 pm
Audrey Yong won bronze at the Singapore 2010 Youth Olympic Games in her home nation of Singapore. She will be sailing in her first ISAF Youth Sailing World Championships in Zadar, Croatia from 7-16 July and will face familiar foes.
Jaffrezic And Bloyet (FRA) Back To Defend 29er ISAF Youth Worlds Title
27 June 2011, 5:00 pm
The countdown to the 41st ISAF Youth Sailing World Championships to be held in Zadar, Croatia is on with 358 sailors from 59 nations registered to compete from 7-16 July.
ISAF Announce 2011 APP Sailors For 2011 ISAF Youth Worlds
27 June 2011, 2:31 pm
The International Sailing Federation (ISAF) is pleased to announce that 27 competitors from 13 nations have been approved to receive funding from the Athlete Participation Programme (APP).
Hugh Styles Appointed As World Youth Sailing Trust Coach
18 February 2011, 3:30 pm
ISAF is delighted to announce that Hugh Styles (GBR) has been appointed as the World Youth Sailing Trust's coach and will be present at the 2011 ISAF Youth Sailing World Championships in Zadar, Croatia to coach sailors on ISAF's Athlete Participation Programme.
Athlete Participation Programme Application Deadline Extended To 1 March 2011
16 February 2011, 11:04 am
The deadline for youth sailors to submit their applications to the ISAF Athlete Participation Programme for the 2011 ISAF Youth Sailing World Championship has been extended to 1 March 2011.
OTP banka Announced As Golden Sponsor For The 2011 ISAF Youth Worlds
14 February 2011, 11:50 am
The 2011 ISAF Youth Sailing World Championship being held at Sailing Club Uskok in Zadar, Croatia has attracted local bank, OTP banka, as its golden sponsor.
420 Racing Boat Special Offer
8 February 2011, 12:43 pm
Events Organizers are offering sailors the chance to buy one of 12 420 boats at a discounted rate ahead of the ISAF Youth Worlds in Zadar, Croatia.
US SAILING Selects 2011 Youth World Team
3 February 2011, 1:37 pm
Twelve youth sailors have qualified for US SAILING's 2011 Youth World Team, and will receive invitations to represent the United States at the ISAF Youth World Championship in Zadar, Croatia from 7-11 July 2011.
EUROSAF Announce European Youth Sailing Games
1 February 2011, 10:00 am
The first ever European Youth Sailing Games has been awarded by the European Sailing Federation (EUROSAF) to the Fraglia Vela Riva del Garda, Italy, and will take place from 7-12 August 2011.
ISAF Invites Applications to the 2011 Athlete Participation Programme
15 December 2010, 10:14 am
The International Sailing Federation (ISAF) invites applications to the ISAF Athlete Participation Programme for the 2011 ISAF Youth Sailing World Chamiponship.
ISAF Youth Sailing World Championship 2011 Notice of Race Published
1 December 2010, 4:33 pm
The International Sailing Federation (ISAF) today published the Notice of Race for the 2011 ISAF Youth Sailing World Championship, the 41st edition of the championship being held in Zadar, Croatia from 7 to 16 July 2011.
Closing Ceremony Marks End Of 40th Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship
18 July 2010, 10:24 pm
The 2010 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship officially came to an end with the Closing Ceremony held at the poolside of the Sheraton Hotel in Istanbul.
Medals Decided In Superb Sailing Conditions At The 2010 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship in Istanbul
16 July 2010, 4:18 pm
A spectacular summer day with warm sunshine and a gusty offshore breeze ranging from 8 - 14 knots provided a superb last day of racing at the Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship.
Shifty Winds On The Penultimate Day Of The Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship.
16 July 2010, 7:36 am
Shifty was the word of the day to describe the penultimate day of the Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championships in Istanbul.
Another Scorcher At The Volvo Youth Worlds In Istanbul
15 July 2010, 7:31 am
After the scheduled lay day, Wednesday dawned with another hot and hazy day on the Bay of Marmara at the Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship in Istanbul.
Long Day On The Water On Day Two Of The Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship
13 July 2010, 7:19 am
250 boats were rigged in the dinghy park in the blaring Istanbul sun early in the morning of the second day of the Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship, waiting for a sea breeze to form.
A Different Leader In Every Class On Day One Of The 2010 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship
11 July 2010, 7:23 pm
In contrast to the wet and unstable conditions of the practice race the opening days racing provided a light breeze of 5 - 7 knots from the north-west and warm dry conditions once the early clouds had dispersed.
2010 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship Declared Open
10 July 2010, 11:37 am
The 40th anniversary edition of the Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship was officially declared open at a lively and colourful but unseasonably wet and windy Istanbul last night.
Final Countdown To The Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship
6 July 2010, 10:32 am
The world's top youth sailors are putting the final touches to their preparation for the Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship which takes place from 8 - 17 July in Istanbul, Turkey.
Kristine Roug Appointed As Championship Coach For 2010 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship
5 July 2010, 4:35 pm
Olympic gold medallist and three time Europe Class World Champion, Kristine Roug of Denmark has been appointed as the Championship Coach for the 2010 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship, taking place in Istanbul, Turkey from 8-17 July 2010.
Turkey Announces Team For Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship
18 June 2010, 12:51 pm
The Turkish National Sailing Team has unveiled the youth sailors that will represent Turkey at the Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship.
Yachting New Zealand Announce Sailors Selected For 2010 Volvo Youth Worlds
26 May 2010, 1:24 pm
The 2010 Volvo Youth Worlds celebrates its 40th anniversary in Istanbul, Turkey from 8 - 17 July.
ISAF Supports Future Stars With APP Funding For 2010 Volvo Youth Worlds
21 May 2010, 1:24 pm
ISAF is pleased to announce that 26 competitors from 12 nations have been approved for Athlete Participation Programme (APP) funding support to attend the 2010 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship.
2010 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship Entry Deadline 15 April
7 April 2010, 1:34 pm
The entry deadline of Thursday 15 April for the 2010 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship is fast approaching.
2010 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship Presented In Istanbul
5 February 2010, 5:35 pm
Thursday night saw the city of Istanbul officially welcome the Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship 2010, the world's premier sailing event for youth sailors.
ISAF Publishes Notice Of Race For 2010 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship
18 January 2010, 11:44 am
The International Sailing Federation (ISAF) today published the Notice of Race for the 2010 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship, the 40th anniversary edition of the championship being held in Istanbul, Turkey from 8-17 July 2010.
Turkey Presented As Host Of 2010 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship
22 July 2009, 10:00 am
The Atakoy Marina in Istanbul, Turkey was presented as the host venue for the 2010 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship last week during the 2009 championship recently concluded in Buzios, Brazil.
Closing Ceremony Marks End Of 39th Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship
18 July 2009, 1:00 pm
The 2009 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship official came to an end last night with the Closing Ceremony held in Buzios, Brazil.
Australia, France, Great Britain And Singapore Win Gold On Final Day Of 2009 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship
17 July 2009, 3:50 pm
The seven Youth Worlds titles went to seven nations as Australia, France, Great Britain and Singapore join Brazil, Hong Kong and New Zealand as gold medal winners on the final day of the 2009 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship in Buzios, Brazil.
Three Gold Medals And French Volvo Trophy Success Secured On Penultimate Day Of 2009 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship
16 July 2009, 6:19 pm
The host nation Brazil, along with Hong Kong and New Zealand all secured gold medals whilst France is uncatchable in the Volvo Trophy standings following a bright and breezy day six at the 2009 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship in Buzios.
Wind Frustrates Competitors Again At 2009 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship
15 July 2009, 6:38 pm
For the second time at the 2009 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship competitors were left frustrated as all racing was cancelled with the breeze failing to materialize in Buzios today.
Rest, Recuperation And Preparation During Lay Day At 2009 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship
14 July 2009, 5:09 pm
Tuesday is the lay day at the 2009 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship and with the competitors take a well deserved break to re-focus their efforts for the remaining races.
Seven Top Spots; Seven Nations After Race Day Two At Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship
13 July 2009, 7:27 pm
Seven nations continue to occupy the seven top spots after a testing second day of racing at the 2009 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship in Buzios, Brazil.
Frustrating Day Two As Strong Winds Halt Racing At Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship
12 July 2009, 5:58 pm
Winds gusting over 30 knots meant the sailors never left the shore as day two of racing was abandoned at the 2009 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship in Buzios, Brazil.
Experienced Crews Shine On Day One Of 2009 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship
11 July 2009, 7:16 pm
The 2009 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship launched into action in Buzios today with the experienced names in the fleets making the early running.
Runners and Riders At The 2009 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship
10 July 2009, 4:00 pm
The world's top young sailing talent is gathered in Buzios, Brazil for start of racing at the 39th Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship on Saturday 11 July - take a look at the formbook before racing gets underway.
GRAEL Offers Words Of Encouragement Ahead Of Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship Start
6 July 2009, 3:36 pm
On the eve of the 39th Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship in Armacao de Buzios, Brazil, Torben GRAEL, the country's greatest-ever sailor found time to issue a special welcome and words of encouragement as he collected the Fighting Finish trophy for winning the Volvo Ocean Race.
Countdown On To Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship
1 July 2009, 5:10 pm
The world's top young sailors are entering their final preparations as just over one week remains until the start of the 2009 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship in Buzios, Brazil.
ISAF Supports Future Stars With APP Funding For This Year's Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship
24 June 2009, 4:30 pm
ISAF is delighted to announce that 23 competitors from 13 nations have been approved for Athlete Participation Programme (APP) funding support to attend the 2009 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship.
Supporting And Supplying The 2009 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship
1 June 2009, 12:00 pm
Over 280 of the world's top young sailors will travel to Buzios, Brazil this July for the 2009 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship, with the support of the events partners and suppliers who are key elements in the championship's success.
Santiago LANGE Appointed As Championship Coach For 2009 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship
18 May 2009, 10:00 am
Two-time Olympic medallist and Volvo Ocean Race competitor Santiago LANGE of Argentina has been appointed as the Championship coach for this year's Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship, taking place in Buzios, Brazil from 9-18 July.
Entries In For 2009 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship
11 April 2009, 2:05 am
The 2009 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship is on course to be a record breaker with 59 nations and 280 sailors entered to compete in Buzios, Brazil from 9-18 July.
ISAF Publish Notice of Race For 2009 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship
9 December 2008, 1:43 pm
ISAF has published the Notice of Race for the 2009 Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF World Championship, being held in Buzios, Brazil from 9-18 July 2009.
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