International One Metre World Championships in Gladstone, Australia – Reflections on a Masterpiece

Reflections on a Stand-Out IOM World Championship

Following the IOM World Championships in Gladstone, UK sailor Nigel Barrow has shared his reflections on what proved to be an outstanding event for the class and for radio sailing as a whole.

Writing from a British perspective, Nigel describes how the Gladstone organisers turned a simple waterfront location into a professional, spectator-friendly championship venue — complete with live streaming, results displays, and a great social atmosphere. His article captures both the intensity of world-class competition and the camaraderie that makes IOM sailing so special.

For MYA members and UK sailors, it’s an inspiring reminder of what can be achieved when clubs, volunteers, and competitors come together to deliver a truly memorable championship.

Read Nigel’s article on Sail-World:
https://www.sail-world.com/news/293281/British-thoughts-on-the-IOM-Worlds-in-Gladstone