Vanora ENGADINWIND by Dakine 2023 - iQFOiL U21 World Championships and iQFOiL Games - Best Of Final Day
Vanora ENGADINWIND by Dakine 2023 - iQFOiL U21 World Championships and iQFOiL Games - Best Of Final Day
The climactic Day 7 marked the culmination of the U21 World Championships and iQGames Silvaplana, featuring the Medal Series as the decisive closing act. The day's forecast unfolded as predicted, with persistent rain casting an atmospheric backdrop for the final battles. The Medal Series served are the final series of races that decides on who will be crowned World Champion.
In the men's fleet, Gaspard Carfantan of France clinched victory in the grand final, triumphantly securing the U21 World Title. Carfantan expressed his elation, stating, "This year, my focus was on achieving this goal. I dedicated rigorous training to this week, and I'm delighted to have achieved it." The closely contested final witnessed Boris Shaw of the UK finishing a mere 1.5 meters behind Carfantan, while Manolo Modena claimed the third spot on the podium.
The women's fleet witnessed France's Manon Pianazza triumphing in the grand final, ascending to the pinnacle of the podium. Reflecting on her victory, Pianazza noted, "Though I hadn't held the lead throughout the week like Gaspard, I managed to have my best performance at the decisive race. I'm extremely happy with this result!” Pianazza's victory shifted Ali Millo to third place, while Italian contender Sofia Renna secured the second position.
In the men's fleet, Gaspard Carfantan of France clinched victory in the grand final, triumphantly securing the U21 World Title. Carfantan expressed his elation, stating, "This year, my focus was on achieving this goal. I dedicated rigorous training to this week, and I'm delighted to have achieved it." The closely contested final witnessed Boris Shaw of the UK finishing a mere 1.5 meters behind Carfantan, while Manolo Modena claimed the third spot on the podium.
The women's fleet witnessed France's Manon Pianazza triumphing in the grand final, ascending to the pinnacle of the podium. Reflecting on her victory, Pianazza noted, "Though I hadn't held the lead throughout the week like Gaspard, I managed to have my best performance at the decisive race. I'm extremely happy with this result!” Pianazza's victory shifted Ali Millo to third place, while Italian contender Sofia Renna secured the second position.