Fireball Australian Championships Day 2



8:59 AM Thu 30 Dec 2010 GMT
Fireball Association
Day 2 saw a pleasant 10-12 knots from the SE, and Gippsland Lakes Yacht Club managed to get three excellent races in. Race 1 saw Michael Thompson/ Eddy Alder take the early lead to finish well in front. One of only 2 all girl crews Lauren Thredgold/ Beth Fawcett sailed an excellent race to squeeze into second. Race 2 saw a Victorian Heather Macfarlane/ Chris Payne lead to the first mark, but were quickly passed by Nathan Stockley/ David Kemp and Thomo/Eddie. Thomo/Eddie went on to win, just in front of Nathan/David with a fast finishing Lauren/Beth. Race 3 saw ...


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by Chris Payne





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