The conclusion of the Laser Radial trials and Annalise Murphy's Rio selection yesterday means three of the four Irish qualified sailing disciplines for Rio have now been decided. The Men’s single-handed event in the Laser Standard rig will have the final trials event at the World Championships next month, also in Mexico.
London 2012 veteran James Espey from Ballyholme YC holds a narrow lead over Murphy's club–mate Finn Lynch from the National YC. Baltimore’s Fionn Lyden is also a contender.
The points difference heading into the final trial is as follows:
Along with Annalise, 49er sailors Ryan Seaton with Matt McGovern and 49erFX sailors Andrea Brewster with Saskia Tidey await ratification by the board of the ISA to be nominated to the OCI for inclusion in the national team for Brazil.