Team Magpie wins Etchells Worlds

James Mayo and Richard Allanson have previously won the Etchells World Championships, but this is the first time in 20 years that Graeme Taylor can claim the honor. Sailing AUS1486 Magpie, the trio were ecstatic when they crossed the finish line of the final race to win the 2024 Etchells World Championship, held March 18-22 in Fremantle, Australia.

“I’m just so happy,” said Taylor. “I’ve been sailing with James Mayo and Richie Allanson for a long time now, and really, the whole project has been to leave no stone unturned.

“Both the boys have just put their absolute all into it. The boat and sails are immaculate, and we have everything you could possibly ask for, so we’re very lucky and fortunate. I thank James for how good the boat is, and Richie is the ultimate workhorse; he just works his absolute butt off to get the job done.”

“During these events, you learn a lot about each other and how we’re all different, and that’s been an interesting journey as well. But I love both the guys, and to win the World Championship here in Australia, there’s nothing better. I’m absolutely thrilled.”

Top 5 Overall
AUS – Graeme Taylor, James Mayo, and Richard Allanson – 40pts
USA – Andy Beadsworth, Brian Ledbetter, and Ben Lamb – 50pts
GBR – Graham Vials, Billy Russell, and Andrew Lawson – 55pts
GBR – Lawrie Smith, Richard Parslow, Ruairidh Scott, and Dave Hughes – 72pts
AUS – Michael Manford, Dean McAullay, and Nicholas Gray – 73pts

Top 5 Corinthian
GBR – Graham Vials, Billy Russell, and Andrew Lawson – 55pts
AUS – Michael Manford, Dean McAullay, and Nicholas Gray – 73pts
HKG – Jamie McWilliam-Peter Austin / Jim Bittl – 132pts
USA – Andy Beadsworth, Brian Ledbetter, and Ben Lamb – 148pts
AUS – Chris Pratt, Ethan McAullay, Michael McAullay – 149pts

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Source: Event Media