An edge of seat finale saw Ireland’s Eve McMahon win gold at the Princess Sofia Regatta in Mallorca on Saturday afternoon, the first such Irish win at the venue in 10 years. Saturday’s opening race saw the Irish and British sailors “dial-up” on the starting line, a type of jousting for best starting place while covering each other. English sailor Daisy Collingridge embraces Ireeland's Eve McMahon after the final race in Mallorca. Daisy Collingridge assists Eve McMahon with taking her boat from the water in Mallorca after the final race. “We’re great friends but we knew that out on the water it’s war and we wouldn’t take things personally,” said McMahon.

Source: The Irish Times April 04, 2026 15:34 UTC