Brits Burnet and Gimson Compete in Princess Sofia Trophy in Palma, Mallorca

Burnet and Gimson Aim for Gold at Princess Sofia Trophy

British sailors Saskia Burnet and John Gimson are off to a strong start at the Princess Sofia Trophy in Palma, Mallorca, as they aim to improve upon their silver medal finish at the last Olympics in Tokyo. The duo currently sits in second place in the Nacra 17 standings after the first day of racing, trailing behind the German pair of Paul Kohlhoff and Alicia Stuhlemmer.

Burnet and Gimson have been consistent performers in the Nacra 17 class, finishing as runners-up at both the Olympics and World Championships. Their main rivals, the Italian pair of Ruggero Tita and Caterina Banti, are also in the mix at the Princess Sofia Trophy but had a slower start, sitting in 10th place after the first day.

Gimson expressed his excitement for the competition, noting the unknowns that come with the start of a new season. With the Nacra 17 class undergoing changes to become full foiling, Gimson is eager to see how their boat stacks up against the competition.

The Princess Sofia Trophy will continue until Saturday, April 6, providing Burnet and Gimson with ample opportunities to showcase their skills and potentially claim the top spot on the podium. The Olympic sailing competitions may be a few months away, but the British duo is already setting their sights on gold in Marseille.

As the action unfolds in Palma, all eyes will be on Burnet and Gimson as they look to make their mark in the Nacra 17 class and continue their quest for Olympic glory.