Michael Hartnack represents ZVYC and races in the Western Cape sailing circuit. Michael's earliest SailingSA result dates to September 2024. Since then 59 races across 9 regattas have been recorded. Michael's primary class has been Optimist A, with additional appearances in Optimist B. Notable results include victory at the 2025 W. Cape Championships - Dinghy Classes in the Optimist B fleet and strong finishes at the 2025 HYC Cape Classic Optimist B. Michael continues to build experience across competitive sailing regattas.