Four Italia Yachts are participating in the ORC European Championship in Malta, with the first long-distance race kicking off on April 26. The championship will conclude on May 1. Scugnizza by Enzo De Blasio, Guardamago II by Massimo Romeo Piparo, Sugra 3 by Ott Kikkas, and Varenne by Giovanni Toscano will compete in Group C, ready to challenge the Mediterranean waters and represent Italy. It’s safe to bet there will be a second battle among them as well. Italia Yachts brings decades of experience in designing and building high-level boats to the competition. The IY 11.98 fuoriserie models have been specially designed for racing, featuring lightweight and maneuverable characteristics that make them competitive even in light wind conditions.
Italia Yachts’ participation in the ORC European Championship confirms the company’s constant commitment to promoting the culture of competitive sailing at an international level. The four IY 11.98 boats will proudly represent Italy, performing at their best and showcasing the excellence of Italian boatbuilding.
The event in Malta is one of the most important dates on the European sailing calendar, attracting the best sailors and highest-performing boats every year. Italia Yachts approaches the competition with great enthusiasm and the determination to compete at the highest level, challenging its opponents on a prestigious international stage.
