Vayu leads early racing at the Lanzarote Royal Cup

The Puerto Calero Lanzarote 52 SUPER SERIES Royal Cup has seen a competitive start as teams navigate light and unpredictable offshore breezes. The Thai-flagged Vayu, led by the Whitcraft family, emerged as the early leader after the opening races, securing a three-point advantage over Provezza.

Following the initial races, Provezza and Platoon Aviation are closely contending for the top positions. Provezza, helmed by Ergin Imre, and Platoon Aviation, led by Harm Müller-Spreer, are locked in a tight race after managing the shifty Lanzarote winds.

Other notable competitors, including the defending world champions on the boat Sled, have faced challenges due to tactical errors and difficult wind conditions, causing them to slip down the rankings. Forecasts suggest weather conditions will vary throughout the week, with light to moderate pressure expected before a return to stronger tradewinds.