New York Yacht Club Invitational Cup - 13 nations represented

2:10 AM Tue 15 Feb 2011 GMT

'2009 NYYC Invitational Cup Race Day 4' NYYC/Dan Nerney Click Here to view large photo

It took the Corinthian sailing world by storm in 2009, and its impact promises to be even greater when it returns again to the shores of Newport, R.I. this September 10-17. The New York Yacht Club Invitational Cup presented by Rolex will host 19 yacht club teams representing 13 nations from six different continents in the ultimate sailing contest among amateur competitors proudly representing their homelands. 'There are many returning as well as new entries,' said Event Chair John Mendez, 'and they are coming from as far away as South Africa, Portugal and Argentina. Just like in the halcyon days ...

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by Jan Harley