Today was a different day for the sailors with the day beginning with calm breezes and warmer temperatures. The frontal high has moved on the the wind diminished some bringing warmer temperatures on land.
Measurement has been completed with all boats registered and on the water for the practice race. Sailing out to the start in 8-11 knots was a far cry from the past 2 days. With the RC getting it's practice, the competitors pushed the line several times and finally they were off. If there was any indication from the practice race (is there?) the Uruguyans will be tough to beat in their home waters. They held the top 5 places with 2-time Women's World skipper Andrea Foglia with brother Alejandro crewing, reaching the weather mark first.
After some on-shore debriefs, the teams are getting cleaned up for Opening Ceremonies and the races begin tomorrow!
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