Little Wing Wins Volvo Cup In Riva Del Garda. Saetta Wins 2011 Volvo Cup Circuit

The amazing scenery of Lake Garda has been the perfect movie set for the last episode of the Melges 24 Volvo Cup 2011, the Italian regatta circuit that attracted 83 teams from no. 16 nations.

After the first day without breeze, the 55 boats from 10 nations had 3 days of wind from 15 to 20 knots and quite tricky conditions with several wind shifts, wery well managed by the top quality organization staff.

Little Wing ITA-798, owner Maurizio Loberto, with Enrico Zennaro at the helm and Branko Brcin as tactician is the winner of this great event. In second place, just one point from first, Blu Moon SUI-782 helmed by Flavio Favini. Saetta ITA-716, helmsman Alberto Bolzan, gets the third position in the race and wins the 2011 Volvo Cup Circuit.

During the 4 days in Riva del Garda the Italian Class tested with success the new live interview streaming system. After this first approach with the live information, the Class staff will improve the technical and operating issues in order to supply a perfect and complete service at the 2012 events.

Information, results and video from Riva del Garda on: www.melges24.it