World Sailing Rankings Update: Top Contenders for Paris 2024 Olympics Unveiled, Spotlight on Canada and USA
The road to the Paris 2024 Olympics is heating up, especially in the world of sailing. With the latest update to the World Sailing Rankings, sailing enthusiasts and sports analysts alike are getting a clearer picture of who the leading contenders are for the ten sailing competitions slated for Paris 2024. This article delves into the top three countries for each event and highlights the placements of Canada and the USA, provided they rank within the top 25.
Men’s One Person Dinghy – ILCA 7
1. Netherlands
2. Australia
3. Great Britain
Women’s One Person Dinghy – ILCA 6
1. Denmark
2. Netherlands
3. Belgium
11. Canada
15. USA
Mixed Two Person Dinghy – 470
1. Spain
2. Japan
3. Germany
21. USA
Men’s Skiff – 49er
1. Netherlands
2. Australia
3. Spain
7. USA
Women’s Skiff – 49erFX
1. Netherlands
2. Brazil
3. Sweden
5. USA
15. Canada
Men’s Kiteboard – Formula Kite Class
1. France
2. Italy
3. China
18. USA
Women’s Kiteboard – Formula Kite Class
1. France
2. Great Britain
3. USA
Men’s Windsurfing – iQFOiL
1. Netherlands
2. Poland
3. Italy
25. USA
Women’s Windsurfing – iQFOiL
1. Great Britain
2. Israel
3. Netherlands
Mixed Multihull – Nacra 17
1. Great Britain
2. Italy
3. Netherlands
13. USA
Paris 2024 Olympic Sailing Program*:
Men’s One Person Dinghy – ILCA 7 (41)
Women’s One Person Dinghy – ILCA 6 (41)
Mixed Two Person Dinghy – 470 (19)
Men’s Skiff – 49er (20)
Women’s Skiff – 49erFX (20)
Men’s Kiteboard – Formula Kite Class (20)
Women’s Kiteboard – Formula Kite Class (20)
Men’s Windsurfing – iQFOiL (24)
Women’s Windsurfing – iQFOiL (24)
Mixed Multihull – Nacra 17 (19)
* Quota per event in parenthesis but does not include Universality Places (2 men, 2 women)
Venue: Marseille, France
Dates: July 28-August 9
Soruce:
• Paris 2024 website
• World Sailing Paris 2024
Conclusion
The Paris 2024 Olympic sailing events are shaping up to be some of the most competitive and thrilling in recent history. With a mix of seasoned veterans and emerging talents leading the rankings, the stage is set for a spectacular showdown in Paris. The top three countries in each class have demonstrated their prowess and dedication, while Canada and the USA have shown they are not to be underestimated, with several contenders ranking within the top 25.
As the countdown to Paris 2024 continues, all eyes will be on these athletes as they vie for Olympic glory.
