The British duo were competing in different qualification fleets, but both claimed a series of race wins at the Al Mouj Beach.

Olly Bridge stormed to victories in each of his six races, placing him top of the combined standings on five points, with one race discarded.

The effort was all the more impressive due to reigning champion Maxime Nocher of France competing in the same fleet.

Guy Bridge was the dominant force in the second qualifying fleet, as he recorded four wins and a second place in the opening series.

He lies just behind his brother overall on six points, with France’s Nico Parlier third on the same tally.

The top five is completed by France’s Axel Mazella and Theo Lhostis, who have eight and 13 points respectively.

The women’s event is led by Daniela Moroz, with the American lying on five points to date.

She is followed by Russia’s Elena Kalinina and Alexia Fancelli of France, who have 11 and 12 points respectively.

The qualifying series will continue tomorrow.

The final series will commence the following day, as athletes seek to put themselves into medal contention.

One further day of the final series will take place, with the medal race beginning taking place on Friday (November 24).

The medal race will be contested by the top 10 kiteboarders.