Newport J Class Regatta 2011: Exciting series Finale

12:51 AM Tue 21 Jun 2011 GMT

'Newport J Class Regatta' Ben Stack

After a long and frustrating wait at the dock, the third race in was postponed. A deep depression covered the area and with strong winds and torrential rain it was decided to re-run the race, if possible, on Saturday. The third race was critical for Velsheda, as Ranger held a 2-0 lead in the five race series. With Friday's racing postponed, two races were held on Saturday in bright skies with a strong 15 knot South Easterly into the Newport Harbour entrance. The first race began with Ranger holding a five boat length lead and the distance never really changed ...

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by Ben Stack