Fraglia Vela Riva triumphs at the 2025 Star World Championships
Frithjof Kleen, a member of the Fraglia Vela Riva, has claimed the World Championship title in the Star class alongside American Paul Cayard during an exhilarating final held in Split. After six intense races, the two sailors triumphed in the last event, recovering from a challenging start in 14th position to finish with a seventh place that secured their victory by three points over their competitors. This success marks Cayard’s second world title after 37 years and Kleen’s third in his career.
The awards ceremony took place on Sunday, celebrating a significant victory for the local club, which proudly represented the colors of Fraglia Vela Riva on the highest step of the world podium. Both athletes expressed immense joy at this achievement, emphasizing the importance of the support received from their team and families. The 2025 competitive season for Fraglia Vela Riva is backed by several sponsors, including Suzuki and ITAS Assicurazioni.