Ayia Napa Marina hosted the start and finish of the Cape Greco Regatta 2024 open sea races, held on Saturday 21 September. The race was organized by the Famagusta District Sailing Club 'Begafigo' in collaboration with the Ayia Napa Marina. It is an impressive nautical event that brought together sailing boats from all over Cyprus, with the sea of Famagusta filled with sails, excitement and sportsmanship.
The day's program started at 09:00 with briefings and registrations at the Ayia Napa Marina from where the regatta started at 11:00 in the morning. From there the boats started their exciting route to the beach of Yianna Marie and from there to Konnos for the finish. With favorable weather conditions, ideal wind and clear seas, the races went smoothly, offering a truly dynamic experience for the competitors.
The awards ceremony took place at 19:00 at the Purity Lounge Bar, on the 3rd floor of the East Tower. Winners emerged: in CLASS A, the boat Typhoon finished first, Almyra second and Spirit of Kikis third, in CLASS B First Light was first, Nisida second and Vandome third while in CLASS C the boat Time Out finished first with Agios Fokas and Legendary following in 2nd and 3rd place respectively. In the overall ranking, Typhoon took the top spot with First Light coming second and Almyra third.
Afterwards, competitors and friends of sailing relaxed enjoying unique cocktails and the enchanting sunset. The Chief Marina Officer of the Ayia Napa Marina, Mr. Costas Fitiris, said: "We are happy to have hosted the Regatta at the Ayia Napa Marina. Marina and sailing go hand in hand, and we will be happy to host the next Regatta in the spring of 2025." He also highlighted the expectations for the creation of a Boating-Yachting Club in Ayia Napa Marina. With the warm atmosphere of the award and the celebrations that followed, the organizers and competitors closed the event with smiles, looking forward to the next challenges and opportunities in the sailing field.
Concluding an unforgettable day full of healthy competition, excitement and exciting sea courses, the Cape Greco Regatta 2024 left the best impressions on participants and spectators. Ayia Napa Marina once again proved its potential as a central hub for nautical sports events, offering excellent hospitality and ideal conditions for the preparation and holding of sailing competitions.
