iQFOiL U23 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS: BRIGHT AND PILLONI STAY IN CONTROL AS COURSE RACING RETURNS IN PUCK
Four different winners shake up the Men’s fleet, while Aimee Bright takes three bullets on a perfect day of Course Racing on the Bay of Puck
Puck, Poland – October 1, 2026 – The Bay of Puck delivered ideal conditions on Day 4 of the iQFOiL U23 World Championships, with the wind settling in perfectly for a full day of Course Racing as the championship moves closer to the decisive Medal Series.
In the Men’s fleet, four races produced four different winners. Championship leader Federico Alan Pilloni (ITA) struck first, taking the opening race of the day. His exceptional scorecard may no longer be quite perfect, but the Italian remains firmly in control at the top of the overall standings.
The British pair of Duncan Monaghan (GBR) and Boris Shaw (GBR) each added a race win, with Monaghan continuing his strong championship in third overall. The final bullet of the day went to Côme Joly (FRA), who closed the Course Racing programme with a victory.
There was also a move back up the leaderboard for Leonardo Tomasini (ITA). After a solid and consistent day on the water, the Italian climbed back into second overall, restoring an Italian one-two at the top ahead of Monaghan in third.
In the Women’s fleet, the top five remains unchanged from yesterday, with Aimee Bright (NZL) continuing to dominate the championship. The Kiwi added three more race wins today, further strengthening her position at the top of the leaderboard with one final day remaining before the Medal Series.
Behind the leaders, Aleksandra Wasiewicz (POL) was one of the standout performers of the day. Racing on home waters, she scored a race win and a second place, a strong performance that propelled her back into the overall top ten at a crucial stage of the championship.
With four days of racing now complete, attention turns to Friday’s final push for qualification. By the end of tomorrow, the top ten Men and top ten Women will be locked in for the Medal Series, setting the stage for the final battle for the 2026 iQFOiL U23 World Championship titles.
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