Ian Williams sailing with Gerard Mitchell, Richard Sydenham and Jon Gundersen, won a record ninth match racing world championship title.
Williams and the Pindar by Manuport Logistics Team defeated Oscar Engström of Sweden and his Team Liros Crew of Rasmus Alnebeck, Emil Wolfgang, and Filip Karlssonof 2 – 0 in the final in Shenzhen, China.
Chris Poole USA took the third place victory over Nick Egnot-Johnson NZL.
The final kicked off with a flawless performance from Williams, who quickly established a four-boat-length lead after a well-executed pre-start and upwind leg. Williams sealed the first point with a controlled, mistake-free finish.
In the second race, Engström faced immense pressure after a costly penalty early on. Williams capitalized on the advantage, expertly handling the shifts and outmanoeuvring the Swedes. Williams crossed the line to claim victory, completing his third straight World Championship win.
Following the race, a jubilant Williams celebrated with his long-term crew Gerry Mitchell, Jon Gunderson and Richard Sydenham as they were presented with the Match Racing World Championship trophy and a $50,000 share of the $200,000 event purse.
