The first day of competition at the Crozon Foil Festival 2024 delivered an impressive spectacle with a challenging downwind foil race under particularly tricky conditions. The organizers faced a real puzzle to find the most suitable course for the discipline. A fickle and shifting wind, often changing direction, made the race unpredictable, testing both the physical endurance and skills of the participants. The start of the race was marked by a relative lack of waves and wind, forcing the organizers to move the starting line. However, for those who managed to reach the halfway point, conditions improved, providing a rewarding end to the race.
Many countries were represented on this first day, with competitors from Hawaii, Australia, Spain, and more. Yet it was France that stood out, skillfully navigating the international competition. French riders excelled against champions from Hawaii, Australia, and Spain, showcasing their mental strength and adaptability to the local conditions. Equipment choice also played a crucial role.
The Crozon Foil Festival 2024 promises even more surprises in the coming days, with weather conditions likely to shake things up further and exciting Surf Foiling and Foil Pumping events on the horizon.
WOMEN
1 Olivia Piana – France
2 Naumi Eychenne – Tahiti
3 Gabriella Eliah Bella – Hawaï
MEN
01 Benoit Carpentier – France
02 Clément Colmas – France 03
Tom Constant – France
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