THE O'PEN SKIFF CLASS ASSOCIATION, INDIA
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The aim of the O’pen Skiff Sailing Association is to facilitate a format of dinghy sailing that is exciting and fun for young sailors. At present there are over 10 countries that have regular event calendars of national competitions, and the World Championships are the pinnacle each year.
The event style is very original, with some highly innovative courses and race rules derived from fun boarding, where races are short and quick, the course changes regularly and can include crosswind legs and freestyle moves or an adventure race, and protests are judged immediately out on the water so no racing time or effort is wasted! These improvements are in line with World Sailing Rules of Sailing, and are quite a break from the last 40 years of «classic» sailing. O’pen Skiff regattas are a cocktail of fun and pure regatta racing, great for motivating our young sailors and keeping them hooked for life!
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The NOS for the ranking series 2026-27 is out!!
The NOS for the ranking series 2026-27 is out!!
WORLDS 2026: TOP 10 FINISHES FOR INDIA
WORLDS 2026: TOP 10 FINISHES FOR INDIA
Team O'pen Skiff India competed at the 2026 O'pen Skiff World Championship in Calasetta, Sardinia, Italy, from 25 to 31 July 2026. The event brought together 166 sailors from 13 nations, with 106 in the Under 17 fleet and 60 in the Under 13 fleet.
Zahaan Hemrajani delivered the team's best-ever World Championship result, finishing 8th overall in the Under 17 fleet. After his hull was damaged on the opening day, he switched to a borrowed boat and went on to win a race and post two second places.
In the Under 13 fleet, 11-year-old Kumar Gururaja Bhat finished 10th in the world, while Deeyan Baid won his first international race on the way to 3rd place in the Under 17 Silver Fleet.
Results of the O'pen Skiff World Championship 2026, Italy :
Results of the O'pen Skiff World Championship 2026, Italy :
U17 - Gold Fleet (overall, 106 sailors):
8. Zahaan Hemrajani
46. Rehaan Dar
U17 - Silver Fleet:
3. Deeyan Baid
9. Syna Bhagchandka
35. Ella Lung
Kaavya Killawala
U13 (overall, 60 sailors):
10. Kumar Gururaja Bhat
14. Ynsh Bhagchandka
28. Shayaan Jashnani
O'pen Skiff EuroChampionship 2025, barcelona :
O'pen Skiff EuroChampionship 2025, barcelona :
Team India proudly competed at the Open Skiff European Championship 2025, held in Barcelona, Spain from 24 to 31 October 2025. Our contingent of ten young sailors delivered a spirited performance across the U13 and U17 categories. In the U13 fleet, Kumar Gururaja Bhat (13), Ynsh Bhagchandka (15), and Shayaan Jashnani (34) showcased impressive determination on the challenging Mediterranean waters. The U17 lineup - Zahaan Hemrajani (30), Rehaan Dar (36), Syna Bhagchandka (56), Deeyan Baid (88), Tiana Malhotra (89), Ella Lung (112), and Kaavya Killawala (121) competed with grit against a highly skilled international field.
This championship was especially memorable for several milestones within the team. Syna achieved a remarkable breakthrough by qualifying for the Gold Fleet for the first time, marking a proud moment for her and Team India. Kaavya took on the excitement and nerves of her first international regatta, gaining invaluable experience. Deeyan also stepped up to race in the U17 category for the first time, adapting well to the tougher competition.
Overall, the event was an inspiring showcase of growth, resilience, and passion - an encouraging step forward for India’s rising Open Skiff sailors.
Zahaan Crowned National O'pen Skiff Champion 2025 (U17)
Zahaan Crowned National O'pen Skiff Champion 2025 (U17)
Zahaan Hemrajani has won the U17 category at the O'pen Skiff Nationals 2025, making him a three-time national champion. The title caps a remarkable year for Zahaan, who also secured an unprecedented 10th place overall at the O'pen Skiff World Championship in Japan.
Congratulations, Zahaan, from everyone at O'pen Skiff India!
MANDWA CAMP, 2023
MANDWA CAMP, 2023
Conducted an intensive and strategic training camp in anticipation of the highly anticipated 5th edition of the Prestigious Phuket Kings Cup, scheduled for December. This comprehensive preparatory event seamlessly blended rigorous skill development sessions with insightful team bonding exercises and dynamic team building activities, fostering a cohesive and resilient team spirit among the participants. As the anticipation for the upcoming competition reached new heights, the camp served as a crucible of camaraderie, skill refinement, and collective determination, ensuring that the team is not only physically and technically prepared but also united in purpose, poised to leave an indelible mark on the prestigious tournament.
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