Sailing star Erin McIlwaine is hoping to know the Portuguese coastline like the back of her hand as she sets her sights on the 2023 European Championships.
The 18-year-old from Kilkeel races for Ireland in the 49er class with Ellie Cunnane and is set to embark on a busy spell of winter training in Vilamoura, the venue which will host October’s competition.
With World Championships at senior and junior level also on the horizon in a busy 2023, McIlwaine wants to enter the new year in the best possible shape and hopes her familiarity with the conditions will pay off when it matters.
