CHELMARSH Sailing Club members Jonathon Carter and Gareth Wilkinson headed off to the sun to compete in the Fireball World Championships hosted by Barbados Yacht Club at Carlisle Bay, Barbados.
Helm Jonathon, along with crew Gareth, competed against 70 other top Fireball sailors from all around the world. The event was held under sunny skies, hot temperatures and 14 to 18 knot winds.
The sailors regularly compete at racing events, competing in all nine races held in the championship to come in 33rd overall.
Chelmarsh Sailing Club currently has ‘Learn to Sail’ courses running over the summer. For details contact Will on 01584 823282 or w.ranson@btinternet.com. Please also visit www.chelmarshsailing.org.uk for further information about the club.