Late last month, the 1720 Sportsboat Southern Championships took place at Lough Derg Yacht Club in County Tipperary, bringing together some of the best sailing talent in Ireland. Among the standout competitors was Ross McDonald and the crew of ROPE DOCK ATARA from Howth Yacht Club, who delivered an exceptional performance to secure the prestigious Joe English Cup after a series of five tightly contested races.
On-water photos from 1720 Sportsboat Southern Championships Ⓒ Shona Gibson / sg.media.
McDonald’s team showcased impressive skill, claiming three first-place finishes in the five-race series. With a final score of 5 points after a drop, the ROPE DOCK ATARA crew once again demonstrated their dominance. This latest victory is part of an incredible season for McDonald and his team, who have also claimed the 1720 Irish National Championship and European Championship titles this year. Their consistent performance has cemented them as one of the premier teams in the highly competitive 1720 class.
Also performing strongly were Fionn Lyden’s SPICED BEEF, finishing in second place, and Rory Lynch’s MO, finishing fourth overall. It was fantastic to see such strong representation of UK Sailmakers Ireland one design sails throughout the 14-boat fleet, powering many of the top performers in this competitive regatta. We’re proud to see UK Sailmakers’ sails featured at the forefront of the action and look forward to the future successes of these talented sailors.
