More than 640 boats, including a newly introduced vintage class, competed in the challenging conditions. READ MORE: 'True hidden gem' festival feels 'refreshingly different' - Review and PicturesMore than 640 boats competed in the regatta (Image: Paul Smith)The J/70s, SB20s, and RS21 fleets enjoyed a three-race day, while others navigated traditional Cowes Week orienteering courses. (Image: Paul Smith)The day concluded with hundreds of boats sailing down Cowes Green under spinnaker in sparkling conditions. Roger Wickens and Becci Wickens won in the Sunbeam Class, six seconds ahead of Robert Coltart's Peggy. After a decline in entries due to Covid, Cowes Week is back in full swing, with support from a robust group of sponsors, including new title sponsor North Sails.