16/07/2022
Glory for Ukraine 🇺🇦
After another two races and two victories, are just one point away from qualification for the Finals in Bahrain.
'Haydamaky' of Ukraine led the fleet after another excellent start, but always lurking in their rearview mirror was SSL Team Thailand, never more than 20” behind. Closing fast as the finish line approached, perennial bridesmaids SSL Team Thailan did everything they could to grab an elusive first win, but the Ukrainians held on.
It was a dominant end to a dominant day for SSL Team Ukraine, clearly revelling in conditions that were like chalk and cheese compared to the light winds of earlier in the week. Unlike the previous race, this time Chang Thai were unable to trouble Ihor Matviienko’s crew.
One final race for two Finals places will take place tomorrow. SSL Team Ukraine and SSL Team Thailand have the advantage, but with double points available on Sunday, SSL Team Singapore still have a chance to leave Switzerland with a golden ticket to Bahrain.
Don’t miss the Group 8 finale LIVE on YouTube from 11.00 CET Sunday. Find a link and more details SSL Gold Cup page and website.
THEY SAID:
Ihor Matviienko, SSL Team Ukraine captain:
"We are happy about our 2 races of the 3rd racing day. The wind was good, not too many shifts or gusts. We just tried to control the fleet. To win the race in the lead is always easier than chasing the leader. We lead the group but we must be careful tomorrow because points count for double and we want win it."
📸 photo - Martina Orsini