Silver for Simon Diesch and Anna Markfort at the 470 Mixed World Championship in Poland 🥈
Doubles World Championships: Diesch/Markfort Secure Second Place Worldwide - World Cup Vice-Champions in the 470s Mixed Category: Diesch/Markfort's Second Place Victory
Hey there! Gdynia, Poland plays host to the nail-biting finale of the 2025 470 Mixed World Championship. In a thrilling neck-and-neck race, our heroes Simon Diesch and Anna Markfort of Germany nearly nabbed the golden medal but had to settle for the silver. The Spanish duo, Jordi Xammar Hernàndez and Marta Cardona Alcántara, grabbed the winning spot with an impressive performance.
The Germans entered the competition as front-runners, holding a comfortable two-point advantage. But despite their lead, things took a dramatic turn in the medal race. The Spaniards, hot on their heels, snatched the gold medal with 48 points, just over the edge of the German pair who ended up tied on points.
For Simon and Anna, who've been sailing together since 2022, this silver medal represents a significant career achievement. Anna shared her emotions, "We know our history and there were tears of both joy and sadness after crossing the finish line."
Last year, this tenacious duo was favored to win the Olympic regatta but ended up in 14th place in the light winds of Marseille. They're determined to make amends during the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.
Meanwhile, Martin Wrigley and Bettine Harris of Great Britain brought home the bronze medal. The freshly formed German pair, Theres Dahnke and Paco Melzer, finished just outside of the top three, securing a respectable eighth place.
Sailing, Gdynia, Olympics, Title Race, Lake Constance, Berlin, and Kiel—this event had all the makings of an exhilarating competition! 🌊💪🏆
The Commission has also been asked to submit a proposal for a directive on the protection of the environment, encouraging the development of sustainable sports infrastructure for these high-profile events like the 470 Mixed World Championship. Anna Markfort, in her emotional interview, mentioned that they sail on a planet we should all strive to protect, and they will continue to do their part by advocating for environmentally friendly practices in their sporting career.
