PGAEC Thrills in the Heart of Beskydy, Czech Republic
The 2nd stage of the Paragliding Accuracy European Cup (PGAEC) took place from August 16 to August 18 in the stunning Beskydy region of Czechia. The competition was nothing short of exhilarating, with participants facing unpredictable weather conditions that tested their skills to the limit. Despite a challenging forecast that predicted non-flyable conditions on Sunday, the pilots were able to take to the skies all day, proving their resilience and expertise.
The competition saw winds changing directions, thermals rising, and even bouts of rain and storms, all of which added an extra layer of difficulty to the event. Yet, the pilots rose to the occasion, delivering a spectacular display of precision and control.
In the overall ranking, Germany dominated the podium, with Lennard Schubert taking the top spot, followed by his brother Linus Schubert in second place. Radek Vaclavik from Czechia secured third place, making his country proud with a strong performance.
The women’s category was equally fierce, with Marketa Tomaskova from Czechia taking first place. Her fellow countrywoman, Lucie Martinkova, claimed second place, while Spela Krnc from Slovenia rounded out the top three.
In the team category, Germany once again emerged victorious, securing the first-place position. Czechia Too came in second, followed by Team Davinci & BGD in third place, demonstrating the high level of competition across the board.
The success of this stage would not have been possible without the tireless efforts of the organizers, who managed to deliver a well-executed event despite the challenging weather conditions. A heartfelt congratulations goes out to them, as well as to all the pilots and teams who participated and made this competition a memorable one.
As the dust settles in Beskydy, the anticipation now shifts to the next stage of the PGAEC, which will be held in Croatia from September 20 to September 22. Pilots from across Europe will once again converge to showcase their skills and aim for accuracy, as the competition continues its journey across the continent.
