Today we have got to know the best from the best in Laser Radial. The representative of Poland Jonasz Stelmaszyk, sail number POL 205300. He was the leader from the very beginning and gained the title of World Champion.
After two final races, the sailors officially finished the competition. All of them were invited to the closing ceremony, where the prize giving and a concert took place.
The World Championships closing ceremony was very spectacular. It started with the participating countries flags presentation, followed by raising three country flags of the best sailors and singing the winner’s national anthem.
The final ranking is following:
The organizers of the World Championships also gave special prizes to some of the sailors. The title of the nicest sailor of the championships, the regular visitor in the race office, one who has stolen our hearts was Mathieu de By from the Netherlands. The Dutch were also given the prize for the friendliest team. Last but not least, special prize for Jacques Osinski from France, the most ambitious sailor who for the first time sailed in such difficult conditions.
Congratulation!