First Leg: An Action-Packed Opening in Aspat Bay
The 2025 J/70 Turkey Tour made a spectacular start in Aspat Bay, combined with the Tenzor International Sailing Cup Winter Series 5th and final leg. The opening day of racing, featuring a fleet of 21 yachts, delivered intense competition in strong winds ranging between 12 and 22 knots.
At this opening meeting of the season, three races were successfully completed. As the wind at times exceeded 22 knots, the teams impressed with fast maneuvers and tactical decisions. The battle unfolded not only between the boats, but also against the challenging natural conditions.
On the second day, conditions eased significantly. With light winds, only one race was completed. Sailed on a shortened course, this race once again highlighted how valuable every single point is on the road to the championship.
With the conclusion of the Tenzor International Cup Winter Series 2024/2025, the podium finishers were as follows:
Overall standings;
- Russian Bogatyrs
- Tenzor Team
- Dolce Vita
In the Corinthian division;
- Orient Express
- O1 Properties
- ADA JR
Second Leg: The Dance of the Wind Continued in Çeşme
The J/70 Turkey Tour – 2nd Leg races, held in Çeşme between 30 May – 1 June, were successfully completed under the joint organization of the J/70 Class Association, the TURKISH Offshore Racing Club (TAYK), and Setur Marinas Çeşme.
On the first day, all three scheduled races were completed in winds ranging between 12 and 14 knots. Fierce competition unfolded among the 10 yachts on the starting line, and the standings at the end of the day were as follows:
- Nautique Yachting
- Russian Bogatyrs
- Tenzor Team
On the second day, the wind increased to 14–16 knots, allowing three more races to be completed. On the final day, two of the season’s finest battles were sailed in ideal winds of 16–19 knots. As planned, a total of eight races were successfully completed.
Final standings:
- Russian Bogatyrs
- Tenzor Team
- Nautique Yachting
MYSK-Gelner Sailing Team claimed first place in the Corinthian division, while the One-Pro title was won by Nautique Yachting.
The prize-giving ceremony was attended by Turkish Sailing Federation President Özlem Akdurak. We extend our thanks to Setur Marina Manager Hakan Toker and Efe Sarıgül for hosting the event, as well as to the TAYK jury panel for ensuring the races were conducted smoothly and safely.
