Two young sailors from the Noosa Yacht and Rowing Club have delivered exceptional performances at the Manly Cup in Sydney.
Leon-Wei Petit and Morgan Haines both showed class and skill at the recent event.
Instructor Scott Sinclair praised their skill, commitment, and composure under pressure.
“Both Leon-Wei and Morgan have shown exceptional dedication to their training, and it’s fantastic to see their hard work pay off on such a competitive stage,” Sinclair said.
“They handled extremely challenging conditions with maturity well beyond their years.”
The recent regatta featured a fleet of 21 sailors and demanding weather across two days.
Competitors battled strong 20-knot winds with gusts up to 30 on day one, followed by 15 knots with gusts to 20 on day two.
Despite the testing conditions, the Noosa sailors showcased their strength – claiming six
first-place finishes across the eight races.
Leon-Wei Petit delivered a standout performance, finishing 1st overall and 1st in the U17 category, securing the prestigious Bruce Davis Cup.
Leon-Wei emphasised the importance of the support behind him, noting that none of this would
have been possible without the guidance of his coach, Scott Sinclair, and the unwavering
commitment of his family throughout his sailing journey.
Fellow NYRC sailor Haines also produced an impressive showing, placing 2nd in the U13
category and 7th overall, including a win in one of the races – a significant boost as he prepares for the next Worlds event in Keppel Bay.
Both sailors train regularly in the Club’s Youthsail Squad program on Thursday afternoons, where they continue to refine their technical skills, racing awareness, and strategic decision-making.
The Noosa Yacht and Rowing Club congratulated Leon-Wei Petit and Morgan Haines on their
outstanding achievements.
