The European Championships for the RS Aero class were held April 24–27 on Lake Garda in Italy. Kristo Õunap, project manager for technical systems at Maru Ehituse, took third place in the RS Aero 6 class at one of Europe’s most beautiful sailing destinations (45 crews participated):
I Andrew Frost (United Kingdom)
II Filippo Vincis (Italy)
III Kristo Õunap (Estonia, Saaremaa Water Sports Club)
The European Championships featured the RS Aero 5, 6, 7, and 9 boat classes. In the RS Aero 5 class, Andrias Sillaste of the Pirita Svertpaadi Club from Estonia took second place. A total of 108 crews participated in the competition.
Congratulations, Kristo, and may the winds be in your favor in the future! You’ve done a great job—we’re so proud of you. Greetings to you in Italy!
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2025 RS Aero European Championships