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News, 02.08.2008

All the famous names of windsurfing in Portimão

All the famous names of world windsurfing will be present at the Formula Windsurfing World Championships, where they will have the opportunity to test against their rivals [old and new], the benefits of the latest innovations in what concerns boards and sails. The list of pre-registered competitors shows the elite that will be present in this event.

Steve Allen, from Australia - 2006, Formula World Champion, 2007, Grand Prix World Tour winner and 2007, Vice Formula World Champion, say: ...I am very excited to come back to Portimao for the Formula Windsurfing World Championships after having such a great contest there in 2007, with perfect conditions and loads of racing.

The organization is always great there. Lets hope for similar weather conditions to last year and we will have another great contest in the perfect location of Portimao. Friendly hospitality, warm weather, beautiful beaches and crystal blue water always make a pleasure to be there!

Gonzalo Costa Hoevel, from Argentina - Leading the world ranking and winner of the first 2008 Grand Prix in Sines, Portugal, say: …I am really looking forward to come to Portimao for the worlds this year. I know that we will have great racing conditions and the organization is always superb. It's gonne be one to remember!

Ross Williams, from United Kingdom - 2006 Formula European Champion, say: …I have been coming to Portugal to compete in formula events since 2002 and I have always enjoyed my visits. The climate and sailing conditions are perfect. The Overpower team always prepare a very well organised regatta; and as a professional racer i really appreciate the "professional" service they deliver. 2006 was my most successful visit to date. I hope i can maintain my form - right up to the Worlds in September 2008!

Jesper Vesterstrom, from Denmark - yet to win a major title , but always near the top of the rankings and focused on formula - could this be his year ?

I am looking forward once again to return to Portugal and participate at the World Championships. So far all events held by Overpower have been great and successful and I cant wait to come down and fight for the world title in Portimao. ...I missed out on that location last year, but I heard from all other sailors who sailed there, that it was great. Can wait to come, See you there!

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