Isaura Maenhaut

Isaura Maenhaut is an accomplished Belgian sailor, recognized for her Olympic participation and consistent performance in the 49er FX class. After securing a bronze medal at the 2015 Youth World Championships in Medemblik in the Laser 4.7 class, Isaura Maenhaut continued to build a distinguished career as an accomplished Belgian sailor. Prior to this, Maenhaut competed at youth level in the Optimist class European and World Championships before advancing to the Laser 4.7 class, where she earned a Belgian championship title. She later secured another Belgian championship in the Laser Radial category.

Her dedication and achievements have been recognized by Belgian Sailing, honoring her as Young Sailor of the Year in 2015 and later as part of the Sailing Team of the Year in 2019. The 2024 season marked another significant milestone for Maenhaut and Geurts, as they achieved a notable victory at the 49er FX European Championships held in La Grande-Motte, France, clinching the 1st place title. The pair then competed at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, where they achieved a 14th place finish. Throughout her career, Isaura Maenhaut has consistently been a prominent representative for Belgium in international sailing competitions, demonstrating sustained performance and significant career development, all while pursuing studies in nautical sciences.