Aoife English and Ross McDonald and crew celebrate their 1720 National Championships win at Baltimore Sailing Club
Credit: BSC
Aoife English and Ross McDonald were winners of the 2017 Irish 1720 National Championship at Baltimore Sailing Club yesterday by a single point.
The Howth Yacht Club helmsman beat a 17–boat fleet including past champions second placed Robert and Peter O'Leary and third placed Anthony O'Leary in the two day event.
English and McDonald were the only crew to count all top five placings in a very consistent showing across the eight race series. Results are below:
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Southern Championships
Venue: Royal Cork Yacht Club
Dates: 16–17 May 2026
National Championships
Venue: Baltimore Sailing Club
Dates: 12–14 June 2026
Baltimore Cup
Venue: Baltimore Sailing Club
Dates: 1–2 August 2026
European Championships
Venue: Lough Derg Yacht Club
Dates: 4–6 September 2026
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