Northampton Open
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Northampton Sailing Club – June 6 – 7 2009
Congratulations to Jeremy Davy and Jon Mildred, who made the best of shifty conditions to beat a field of eighteen boats at NSC’s first FF open meeting in ten years.
Boats from as far afield as Yorkshire and Hayling Island made the trek, and enjoyed great sailing, especially on Saturday when wind speeds remained above force three. However, Sunday morning brought torrential rain and very light winds. A strengthening breeze slowly kicked in, but failed to bring Saturday’s excitement.
Ben McGrain and Jamie Stewart were consistent across both days, and held onto second place with Sam Mettam and Martin Grady just one point behind. Fourth place went to the local boat of Miles Odell sailing with his old co-driver, Paul Busby.
Thanks to all at Northampton SC for resurrecting the Gittins Trophy, now in its fiftieth year. As part of the TNT series it may well now become a regular part of the FF calendar.