The crew of Fiamme Gialle-NICE won the 53rd edition of the Bernetti Trophy, held yesterday in the waters off Trieste. The team took first place in the Open category. The competition, which took place on a day marked by variable weather conditions, saw the Fiamme Gialle win with an extraordinary performance, once again confirming their supremacy in the Italian sailing panorama.
NICE’s crew members who have competed in the Bernetti Trophy include personalities of great experience and talent. The co-captain Umberto Rossini steered the team with mastery, the helmsman Paolo Cian demonstrated skill and precision in his manoeuvres, technical director Pierluigi Fornelli coordinated the crew with great skill, and last but not least, the plant manager Vincenzo Mariolo ensured that the boat ran smoothly throughout the competition. Their contribution was fundamental to this prestigious result, as was that of the entire crew.
The NICE team masterfully tackled the challenges of the Gulf of Trieste, making the most of every gust of wind and maneuvering with precision to keep the lead in the early stages of the race. Their winning strategy and the perfect synchronization between the crew members were decisive in securing first place in the Bernetti Trophy, one of the most demanding and prestigious competitions on the nautical calendar.
Victory in the Open classification of the Maxi regatta represents not only a sporting success for the Fiamme Gialle, but also an important recognition of their technical excellence and the meticulous preparation that characterizes the team. This victory marks another important milestone for the Fiamme Gialle, who have confirmed their position as major players in the world of sailing. The team is now ready to take part in the next Barcolana, one of the world’s most famous regattas, where it will have the opportunity to measure itself against the best international sailors. La Barcolana will represent a new challenge, and the Fiamme Gialle crew are determined to give their all to achieve another success.
With its triumph in the Bernetti Trophy and its forthcoming participation in the Barcolana, the NICE team has confirmed its place among the top teams in the sailing panorama, demonstrating the high quality and performance of its boats. Ice Yachtsrenowned for their design and construction of high-performance yachts. What’s more, the ICE 33 Mataran took first place in its category, further underlining the excellence of ICE boats.