Tag: regatta
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SailGP wows Auckland with thrilling races and fan experience
THREE KEY FACTS SailGP has perfected the blend of fantastic water racing and great fan experience. The global foiling league’s showcase in Tāmaki Makaurau this weekend confirmed that its format is unparalleled in the world of international sports events. This series has revolutionised a sport not traditionally known for its viewer-friendliness: it’s fast and electrifying, and…
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Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez: A maritime history book
The iconic season-closing regatta Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez was an immersive history lesson for Crosbie Lorimer The great French sailor, Eric Tabarly, an instrumental figure in the origins of what is now Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez, is reputed to have said that strolling along the quays of the riviera town during this regatta was like…