After a foil-focused opening day, stronger and steadier winds around 13 knots and above returned to Lake Garda, thanks to a shift in air circulation over the northern Adriatic that reinforced the classic Ora southerly breeze perfect for switching to Fin Slalom, which thrives in stronger conditions.
The day followed the same schedule as Wednesday, with two eliminations for men and six races for women completed. While Taty Frans took the first race win, consistency paid off for Jordy Vonk (NED 69), who now leads the Men’s Fin division, followed by Nicolas Prien (GER 7) and Malte Reuscher (GER 777). Local rider Bruno Martini and youth standout Sacha Fortune (FRA) also showed strong performances.
In the Women’s Fin fleet, Justine Lemeteyer (FRA 171) continued her dominance with six wins out of six, ahead of Charlotte Philip (FRA) and Femke van der Veen (NED).
With both Foil and Fin results shaping the leaderboard, the IFCA combined concept once again proves its strength in delivering dynamic and versatile slalom racing. Competition continues through Sunday, October 19, with favorable wind forecasts promising more exciting action on Lake Garda.
