Everything took place as it was scheduled in the third day of the Championship. The final number of the registered boats is 28 from 6 different European countries, Switzerland, Germany, Italy, Hungary, United Kingdom and Greece.
At the Skipper’s Meeting the 150 sailors clarify the last details of the Sailing Instructions with the Race Officer, Mr Pavlos Schilizzi and the International Jury, Mr. Costas Tsantilis. After the meeting all the boat sailed for the start of the Practice Race that was given at 15:00 with a very light wind and south directions.

Because of the wind conditions the Race Committee shortened the course and finished the boats at the second windward leg.
The first three place of the Practice Race are:

At 19:00 there will be the Opening Ceremony, with speeches from the notable persons of the local community, Flag Parade, Cretan music and dancing, fireworks and reception.