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Mateusz Kusznierewicz/Bruno Prada perform with panache in epic breeze on day 2 of 98th Bacardi Cup
Announcements Regatta Reports SEA Program - Author: Bacardi Group - March 04, 2025
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March 4, 2025 - Miami, Fl. USA - On day two of the 98th Bacardi Cup, the pressure mounted on Biscayne Bay, as strong winds swept across the water, prompting a postponement ashore.
Racing got underway at 1400 hours, with the fleet greeted by demanding yet thrilling conditions. A big breeze of 20 knots, big waves and a powerful swell combined for an epic day on the bay.
Sailing a Star in 20 knots of breeze is difficult and the two-hour race tested both skill and endurance. The top teams, who found the balance and the sweet spot with all the boat’s settings, demonstrated the difference between them and the rest. Five-time defending champions Mateusz Kusznierewicz/Bruno Prada delivered another masterclass, dominating from start to finish and solidifying their reputation as the team to beat.
Experience proved decisive as Kusznierewicz/Prada showcased they are masters of all conditions. They burst off the start line with precision, five boats down from the committee boat and ready to execute their game plan. While Croatia’s Marin Misura/Tonko Barac owned the best start, it was Kusznierewicz/Prada who methodically extended their lead up the first leg and beyond, to claim their second win.
Star Class Honoring the Past, Leading the Future
