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Eric Monnin Claims First Congressional Cup Title in Thrilling 3–2 Victory

Swiss skipper Eric Monnin defeats defending champion Chris Poole in a tightly contested final to secure the prestigious Crimson Blazer.

A Swiss team led by Eric Monnin celebrates after winning the 60th Congressional Cup on Sunday, May 4, 2025, defeating two-time defending champion Chris Poole’s American team 3-2, off the Belmont Veterans Memorial Pier in Long Beach. (Photo by Howard Freshman, Contributing Photographer)

Overview

  • Eric Monnin overcame an early penalty and a critical error by Chris Poole to win the 60th Congressional Cup final 3–2 on Sunday in Long Beach, California.
  • The victory marks Monnin's first Congressional Cup title after 11 attempts, denying Poole a third consecutive championship.
  • Poole and Monnin had advanced to the final after dominating their respective semi-finals, each securing 2–0 victories over Cole Tapper and Dave Hood.
  • Cole Tapper secured third place by defeating Dave Hood in the consolation match, showcasing resilience after a challenging semi-final loss.
  • The Congressional Cup, a premier event on the World Match Racing Tour, featured ten international teams competing in identical Catalina 37 yachts under strict weight limits.