# Andalusian Snipe sailing competition

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/andalusian-snipe-sailing-competition
> Updated: 2026-08-02T16:32:07.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

In late July, organizers announced the third edition of the Copa de Andalucía de Snipe to be held on 1‑2 August in the Huelva estuary, with 26 boats entered, including teams from the Spanish and Portuguese navies. The event was promoted as a showcase for the technically demanding, family‑friendly Snipe class.

The regatta took place on 2 August, drawing 29 crews. Ángel Ballesteros and Sonia Hidalgo of the Real Club Náutico de Motril defended their regional title, winning by a two‑point margin. Raúl Ortiz and Hugo Ortiz finished second, while Antonio Coronilla and Fernando Yrayzoz placed third. A trophy ceremony concluded the competition at the Real Club Marítimo de Huelva.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-02: Ángel Ballesteros and Sonia Hidalgo clinch Andalusian Snipe Championship in Huelva

Ángel Ballesteros and Sonia Hidalgo won the 2026 Andalusian Snipe Championship in Huelva, with Raúl and Hugo Ortiz finishing second among 29 crews.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ngel-ballesteros-and-sonia-hidalgo-clinch-andalusian-snipe-championship-in-huelva

### 2026-07-21: Andalusia's Huelva to host Snipe sailing cup as Conil chases Copa del Rey spot

Huelva hosts the third Copa de Andalucía Snipe sailing event on Aug 1‑2 with 26 boats, while Conil prepares for Copa del Rey preliminaries from mid‑August, aiming for the national stage.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/andalusias-huelva-to-host-snipe-sailing-cup-as-conil-chases-copa-del-rey-spot

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