The 2025 J/88 North American Championship, hosted by Annapolis Yacht Club, concluded early on Sunday, September 28, with no additional racing due to light and unstable breeze. After a morning under postponement, the Race Committee officially abandoned racing at 12:45pm, confirming the Day Three standings as final.

Fortunately, the event launched on Thursday with good racing in strong conditions. Using MarkSetBots, the Race Committee was able to square the course each leg after the first beat, ensuring fair racing despite shifty wind. With three races held in solid breeze, Hiwassee (John Bell and Ray Wulff) dominated with three straight bullets.

Friday delivered lighter air and more tactical racing, with three races completed. Conditions proved challenging, and Sin Duda! (Lindsey Duda) and Dutch (John & Jordan Leahey) pushed Hiwassee harder, though the Bell team again finished the day on top.

Saturday began under postponement before two light-air races were completed. An ebb tide made for difficult choices as less current to the left battled more pressure to the right, frustrating tacticians across the fleet. Sin Duda! and Hiwassee traded 1–2 finishes, leaving the series poised for a close finale.

Sunday’s forecast did not bring relief, with sunshine but only 3–5 knots from 010° over a lumpy sea state. With no signs of improvement, the Race Committee called racing and moved to the early awards ceremony.

Final Results – Top 5 Overall (8 Races):
1. Hiwassee – Ray Wulff/John Bell– 9 pts
2. Sin Duda! – Lindsey Duda – 20 pts
3. Dutch – John & Jordan Leahey – 30 pts
4. Piranha – Dave Dennison – 30 pts
5. MI2 – Jack McGuire – 31 pts

Corinthian Division Results:
1. Piranha – Dave Dennison – 30 pts
2. Whirlwind – William Purdy – 35 pts
3. Exile – Andy Graff – 43 pts

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