In Tuesday afternoon riders had to complete a close course race in order to finish off Day 1. The water was quite rough however these are the favorite conditions for Jean-Bruno Pastorello who was riding in a class of his own. He lapped everyone except Breton. The first five positions were closed by Herve, Chassier and Vinchendeaux. Greek rider Akis Malouchos climbed up to sixth even though he did not start well in the first place. He remains the first Greek rider in the overall standings.
