Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez kicks off

8:39 PM Mon 27 Sep 2010 GMT

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Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez - The grande finale of the yachting season - certainly for the classic yachts that all summer-long prowl the Mediterranean in search of competition and camaraderie - began today. Close to 300 yachts filled the Vieux Port and nearby marinas for the weeklong 'don't miss' stop on the yachting circuit. Spectacular fall weather conditions, a brisk mistral from the north with clear blue skies, prevailed on the first day to please competitors and photographers alike. The Tradition class boats, which start racing tomorrow, don't have the stage to themselves however; there is a impressive grand-prix fleet ...

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by Anna Maria Gregorini

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