Semaine Olympique Francais Hyeres - Aussies off to a great start

1:41 AM Mon 25 Apr 2011 GMT

'Tom Slingsby leading the way on day one in France - Semaine Olympique Francais' Michael Blackburn Click Here to view large photo

Semaine Olympique Francais - Australian sailors have made a strong start to the fourth round of the ISAF Sailing World Cup in Hyeres, France, with a number of crews in the top five of their classes at the end of day one. Current ISAF Rolex World Sailor of the Year Tom Slingsby continued his good form in the Laser class, winning his fleet's opening two races to be in a two-way tie for the lead. 'I had a really good day today out there,' said Slingsby. 'Two wins in very Australian conditions, with nice wind and waves. I had good ...

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by Craig Heydon