Canadians Deliver on Day 1 - Delta Lloyd Regatta

5:12 PM Wed 25 May 2011 GMT

'49er. Medemblik - the Netherlands, May 24th 2011. Delta Lloyd Regatta in Medemblik (26/30 May 2011). Day 1.' Delta Lloyd Regatta 2011 - ? Sander van der Borch Click Here to view large photo

The next stop on the World Cup circuit started yesterday in Holland. With projections of over 1000 competitors from 60+ countries continues to demonstrate the attraction of this World Cup stop. Starting in 1985 and affectionately known as the SPA regatta for those of us who have been around for a while, this European stop has often been a highlight of the early season schedule. Situated on the Ijsselmeer this event invariably brings an array of conditions including some of the most challenging the athletes will face. The shallow nature of the Ijsselmeer creates a steep and difficult chop when ...

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