#moth – Irish Moth sailors, including London Olympian Annalise Murphy, joined the 30–knot club last weekend at the biggest ever UK Moth National championships held in Weymouth. The foiling class, introduced into Dublin Bay by Jon Chambers in 2011 is attracting something of a cult following both here and in the UK. A number of the space age craft now grace the deck of the National Yacht Club.
Noted British Volvo Ocean Race, Olympic and Extreme 40 sailor, Rob Greenhalgh emerged the winner of the 12-race series at Castlecove Sailing club in Portland harbour.
Greenhalgh said afterwards 'Absolutely delighted with the win against some great sailors; Chris Rashley, Simon Hiscocks, Mike Lennon, Jason Belben and Tom offer. All these guys are so quick and it was full on. I just love the racing and it was very satisfying to have everything click into place at Weymouth'.
There was some Irish success too in the 70–boat fleet with 2004 Athens Olympic Laser sailor, Rory Fitzpatrick winning the silver fleet, in 23rd place overall. Jon Chambers, pictured above, was 35th overall. Annalise Murphy. who bought a Moth last season finished 61st but did not compete in the first six races. Results here.
