Suncoast was inappropriately named for Grand Prix Offshore

12:01 AM Fri 9 Jul 2010 GMT

'Spectacular start in one of the outboard classes at Sarasota's Suncoast Grand Prix.' Rodrick Cox

Florida's coastline may well be a part of the 'Sunshine State', but rougher than expected sea conditions and occasional heavy rain welcomed competitors for last weekend's Suncoast Offshore Super Boat Grand Prix off Sarasota. Organisers, Super Boat International, said the rain 'danced around' the bay area, but said the cooler temperatures it generated excited fans and teams and led to some race day excitement. Jim Simmons, owner of 'Simmons Racing', suggested there was 'no doubt' conditions were rougher than had been expected. 'The turns were tough and unpredictable,' he explained. 'Simmons Racing', Kyle Dietzen at the wheel, Jim Simmons on ...

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Suncoast was inappropriately named for Grand Prix Offshore

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