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Illbruck Crowned 2016 Melges 20 World Champion, SoCal's Team Friedes Takes the Number Two Slot

Illbruck Crowned 2016 Melges 20 World Champion, SoCal’s Team Friedes Takes the Number Two Slot

   Scarlino, Italy – The last day of competition in Scarlino came to a dramatic close with two final races and Michael Illbruck on Pintawith tactician John Kostecki, and crew Federico Michetti becoming the 2016 Melges 20 World Champions! Hosted by Marina di Scarlino/Club Nautico Scarlino, the World Championship was the most successful to date featuring four days of incredible sportboat racing, at…

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SoCal's Drew Freides Defends Leadership at Melges 20 World Championship

SoCal’s Drew Freides Defends Leadership at Melges 20 World Championship

Scarlino, Italy – The one and only race that was able to take place at the 2016 Melges 20 World Championship hosted by Marina di Scarlino/Club Nautico Scarlino was a difficult one at best, however managed to present some nice new faces at the front of the fleet.

The light breeze of 6-7 knots at 220 degrees really took its toll on some teams, for others it was a stroke of brilliance. Race Six…

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Changing of the Guard at Melges 20 Worlds, SoCal Sailor Drew Freides Takes Over

Changing of the Guard at Melges 20 Worlds, SoCal Sailor Drew Freides Takes Over

INTERNATIONAL MELGES 20 CLASS ASSOCIATION 26 AUGUST 2016

Only two races on Day Two brings a change in leadership and extra added drama for both overall and Corinthian divisions

Scarlino, Italy – The second day of racing at the 2016 Melges 20 World Championship hosted by Marina di Scarlino/Club Nautico Scarlinofeatured two races under shifty conditions, shaking up the standings and making…

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Melges 20 Euro Circuit Event #4 Update - SoCal's Drew Friedes Places Third

Melges 20 Euro Circuit Event #4 Update – SoCal’s Drew Friedes Places Third

SoCal’s Drew Friedes and his team had an great podium finish in the Riva Del Garda Act 4 Melges 20 Regatta in Lake Garda, Italy which wrapped up over this past weekend.  Drew has been a long time fierce competitor in this tough fleet, with many top finishes over the years in top events.

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He has put in the time, effort and practice to be a leader of a team to be taken seriously.  What…

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