Harry Pritchard emerged as the winner of the Magner trophy for his outstanding performance in the Monkstown Bay Sailing Club St. Stephens Day mixed dinghy race held in Cork Harbour. Pritchard, who was racing his ILCA 7, outclassed his opponents to clinch the top spot in the Christmas race.
A total of 17 boats participated in the race, including a 505, four fireballs, ILCAS, Fevas and an RS fusion. The course comprised two rounds of a Windward Leeward course in a strong flood tide with light winds.
The race officers Robbie O'Sullivan and Padraig Byrne ensured the event was conducted smoothly and efficiently.
Ewen Barry and Sandy Rimmington racing a Fireball secured second place in the St. Stephens Day Mixed Dinghy Race
Pritchard's win was well-deserved, given his exceptional performance. Ewen Barry and Sandy Rimmington, who were racing a Fireball, managed to secure second place, while Chris Bateman and Lauren Murphy, also racing a Fireball, finished third.
