2025 Star South American Championship concludes in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

The 2025 Star South American Championship wrapped up in Rio de Janeiro with Brazilian sailing icon Robert Scheidt and his German crewmate Frithjof Kleen capturing the championship title in commanding fashion. The pair, who performed consistently throughout the event, secured their victory with a strong showing across all races, demonstrating their exceptional skill and teamwork.

Top 10 Final Results:

Robert Scheidt / Frithjof Kleen pt 12
Leandro Altolaguirre / Lucas Altolaguirre pt 19
Daniel Glomb / Pedro Trouche pt 20
Paul Cayard / Bruno Prada pt 21
Fabio Prada / Antonio Moreira pt 31
Arthur C. de Vasconcellos / Marco Lagoa pt 41
Marcelo Bellotti / Mauricio Bueno pt 42
Fabio Bruggioni / Marcelo Sanzone pt 43
John King / Fernando Ilha pt 43
Admar Gonzaga Neto / Ronald Seifert pt 48

The competition was fierce, with Scheidt and Kleen showing their prowess by winning multiple races and consistently placing near the top.

The runners-up, Argentinian brothers Leandro and Lucas Altolaguirre, put in a strong performance to secure second place. Meanwhile, Daniel Glomb and Pedro Trouche from Brazil claimed the third position with a commendable effort throughout the championship.

Today's racing conditions were ideal, featuring a steady breeze and sunshine, providing the perfect backdrop for the thrilling conclusion of the event.

The championship highlighted the talent present in the South American sailing community and fostered camaraderie among competitors from around the globe. As the event draws to a close, the excitement and achievements will surely inspire future competitions.