A KwaZulu-Natal sailor, Richard Weddell represents PYC in competitive dinghy racing. Richard's earliest SailingSA result dates to January 2025. Since then 21 races across 4 regattas have been recorded. Richard competes mainly in the 49er fleet, alongside races in J/22. Richard's best results include winning the 2025 Hmyc 9 Hr Endurance in the 49er fleet, as well as the 2025 Hmyc 9 Hr Endurance in the 49er fleet. Richard remains active in regional dinghy racing.