In a spectacular display of skill, consistency, and high-performance gear, France’s Enzo Ballanger has claimed the title of 2025 International Moth World Champion. Representing Team Allen through its French distributor, XPO, Enzo sailed fully equipped with Allen hardware to a dominant victory at Fraglia Vela Malcesine.
A Flawless Week
Facing a fleet of 137 top sailors from 25 nations — including Olympic veterans, America’s Cup tacticians and SailGP stars — Enzo held his nerve through Lake Garda’s shifting conditions to finish 12 points clear of silver medalist Tom Slingsby (AUS) and with New Zealander Jacob Pye in third. His impressive final score of 15 points was built on commanding leads throughout qualifying and finals, reinforced by a strong 4th place in the final race.
Enzo himself reflected: “We’ve just wrapped up the Moth World Championship and I’m the new World Champion!… Winning this title was truly a lifelong dream… The boat was fast, everything went smoothly — just amazing.”
Allen Fuels Success
Central to Enzo’s triumph was his bespoke sailing platform, fitted entirely with Allen performance hardware sourced via French distributor XPO. From groundbreaking XHL blocks to innovations that can’t yet be mentioned, Allen’s top-tier equipment ensured flawless performance across varied wind scenarios — light morning breezes to challenging afternoon Ora.
Team Allen’s Standouts in the Top 30
Proud moments for Team Allen extended beyond Enzo:
Jake Pye: Took third overall, also fully equipped with Allen gear — a double podium for the Team Allen.
Ryan Littlechild: 4th overall – supported via our Australian distributor, DeckHardware.
Diego Botin: Claimed 9th place.
Mattias Coutts: Finishing 12th.
Dylan Fletcher: Finished 27th.
Racing Highlights & Conditions
Lake Garda delivered classic, unpredictable caprice: thermal Ora breezes, unstable Northerlies, and a smattering of thunderstorms. Enzo’s edge wasn’t just equipment—it was adaptability. He navigated light-air mornings and shifty winds better than most, claiming critical race wins on days 3 and 4 .
Trusted by Champions, Built for Performance
The success of Enzo Ballanger and his fellow Team Allen sailors at the 2025 Moth World Championships is a powerful validation of Allen hardware’s performance at the highest level of competitive sailing. When some of the world’s most talented foiling sailors—Olympians, SailGP helms, and rising stars alike—choose to race fully equipped with Allen fittings, it speaks volumes about the reliability, innovation, and race-proven design of our products. From high-load blocks and Tii-on fittings to precision control systems, every component is engineered for maximum efficiency and durability. These results demonstrate that Allen gear isn’t just up to the challenge—it’s the trusted choice for champions who demand the very best from their equipment.
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