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Mini Pavois: Jorg Riechers winner of the prototypes class in both legs
Thursday, 13 May 2010
Jorg Riechers (753 - Mare.de) has distinguished himself among prototypes in the 2010 edition of the Mini Pavois. After having won the first leg of 245 miles ahead of Nicolas Boidevezi (719 – Défi G.D.E) and Thomas Normand (787 - Financière de l’Échiquier), he offers himself a victory in the second leg as well (465 nautical miles)... Hats off for the German that was not leading the fleet during the all second leg but gleaned miles after miles and took the lead options after options. Jorg Riechers was in pursuit of Switzerland’s Etienne David (679 - Team Work) to the PA and in contact with Thomas Normand (787 - Financière de l’Échiquier) on the way to the Lighthouse Birvideaux.
Second leg classification:
1. Jorg Riechers (753 - Mare.de)
2. Thomas Normand (787 - Financière de l’Échiquier)
3. Etienne David (679 - Team Work)
2010 Mini Pavois overall classification before commitee:
Prototypes
1. Jorg Riechers (753 - Mare.de)
2. Thomas Normand (787 - Financière de l’Échiquier)
3. Nicolas Boidevizi (719 – Défi G.D.E)
They said it:
Jorg Riechers (753 – Mare.de):
"I was at the mark with a good lead on Thomas (ed., Normand) but the wind fell and Thomas came back to the contact. It was extremely difficult from the beginning to the end... It was very physical because it was quite windy and I did not have much time to rest. I'm very happy that I have won both races. being second of the Select 6.50 and first of the Mini Pavois is great. If it continues like this, it's cool..."
Thomas Normand (787 - Financière de l’Échiquier): "My feeling about that race is that I feel super comfortable on this boat. She is brand new and I feel good .. She and I were shoved near the Gironde and it was not easy to handle... But I did my best to properly manage my efforts and I am glad. I managed to pull out all the stops when it was necessary, I am satisfied. The first night has been quite complicated to go, with two fronts. This was very tactical... And the second half of the race when we thought it would be simple, there were moves to try especially around Belle-Ile. That's where, I think, we dug the gap with the others. For me, we had done three quarters of the race at the mark but not at all! I accomplished what I came for, I wanted to do my best on this Mini Pavois and suddenly I'm so happy. Especially with a brand new boat ... Good start for the season!"Nicolas Boidevezi (719 – Groupe GDE):
Etienne David (679 – Team Work):
"I am very happy because I have good ranking and it was not fun. It was pretty difficult... The mini with this wind, I discovered it. It was wet and super cold. It was a good leg and it stimulated me to be always in contact with Jorg and Thomas. I did not give up! I do not know what sail to choose sometimes and when I think I'm fine, I see the other go even faster... It's crazy! I must get used to it and I need to learn to dare. But when I see the potential I have with that boat and that I can fight with the good ones, it's encouraging! For a first try, I am very happy .... "
Pierrick Garenne
