After a tough week of racing in the bay, it all came down to the medal race. With all three medals still up for grabs it was everything to gain nothing to lose. I had a few points to make up but, was determined to give it my best shot. After an early lead up the first beat a few boats came round the top mark in front. After a solid run I took the lead up the second beat and, went on to win the race.
Bronze for Paul Goodison, Weymouth and Portland International Regatta 2011
The drama was unfolding behind as Tom [Slingsby] (AUS) made a good come back to cross the line just in front of Rutger [Van Schaardenburg] (NED). Unfortunately this left me with Bronze.
A little bit disappointed but I guess I couldn’t have done much more. With plenty of things to work on over the next 12 months it is time for a brief break before knuckling down to get where I need to be in 2012…
I will be heading east for the premiere West Mersea Race week for a few days and then back to Weymouth for Thursday Evening at the RS games to help raise money for Cancer Research…
The Laser medal race can be watched HERE
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One gold, two silver and a bronze for TVfl at the recent Weymouth and Portland International Sailing Regatta.
Paul
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