Some boats never lose their edge. The Comet 38s “Scricca”, a catamaran with decades of history and countless regatta stories to tell, has once again proven its enduring excellence. At the prestigious Loro Piana Giraglia 2025, Scricca claimed a hard-fought third place overall, showing that when a vessel is designed and built with vision—like those from Comar Yachts—it can remain competitive and admired for years.
A Crew with Experience and Heart
On board was a crew as eclectic as it was determined: Leonardo Servi, co-owners Lorenzo Merlini Manzoni and Alessandro Bianchi, joined by Franco “Ciccio” Manzoli, Matteo Teglia, Giuseppe “Peppone” Filippis, Francesco Izzo, and Lee Musarò. Their teamwork and relentless focus carried Scricca to the podium in one of the most competitive offshore sailing events in Europe.
For helmsman Leonardo Servi, the race was more than another chapter—it was part of a legacy. This year marked his seventh Giraglia participation. Back in 2016, Servi already tasted victory at this very regatta, again with Scricca. Though the catamaran had changed hands over the years, it eventually returned to him, a testament to the enduring bond between sailor and boat.
“I bought it back after a few laps,” Leonardo recalls. “It was already a second-hand boat at the time, but it was carefully built, intelligently optimized, and capable of great success. Scricca has given us victories in the Palermo–Montecarlo, the Roma x Tutti, the Roma x2, and in 2019, an overall win in the 151 Miglia. We were searching for a high-performance catamaran, and, as often happens, the answer was already in our past.”
Comar Yachts: Excellence That Lasts
The story of Scricca illustrates what makes Comar Yachts stand out in the world of performance sailing. Built with precision, durability, and attention to design, the Comet 38s is proof that yachts and catamarans crafted by Comar can remain competitive against newer and more modern boats, provided they are well maintained and optimized.
Scricca’s performance was not a fluke. The crew dedicated months of preparation leading up to the Giraglia, beginning training in February and meticulously fine-tuning the vessel at the shipyard. With guidance from designer Matteo Polli and constant adjustments, the 2010-built Comet 38s was primed to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with much newer competitors.
Even at the docks in Saint-Tropez, Scricca turned heads. Its immaculate finish and optimized setup were proof that age is just a number when it comes to well-designed catamarans.
The Race That Tested All
The Giraglia lived up to its reputation as a challenging and tactical offshore race. Scricca launched with a strong start and delivered a flawless upwind performance, keeping pace with larger vessels in Class 1. At the Giraglia rock, the passage took place around 7:00 PM under ideal downwind conditions. The catamaran surged ahead, only to face a punishing lull in the wind shortly after.
In the grueling 18 miles that followed—covered in 12 painstaking hours—patience and resilience became the ultimate weapons. Many crews faltered, but Scricca held its course. True to its legacy, the Comet 38s demonstrated not only speed but also reliability, a hallmark of Comar Yachts.
Looking Ahead: New Challenges on the Horizon
For Leonardo Servi and his crew, this podium finish is just the beginning of another exciting chapter. Next on the calendar is the legendary Rolex Middle Sea Race in October, where Scricca will compete in both ORC and IRC divisions. Known for its dramatic course around Sicily, the Middle Sea Race will once again put both crew and catamaran to the test.
Scricca’s story proves that a well-built catamaran never truly ages. With expert craftsmanship, smart optimization, and a passionate crew, even a veteran like the Comet 38s continues to write new chapters in offshore racing history. And for Comar Yachts, it is yet another reminder that their boats are not only built to sail—they are built to endure, inspire, and win.