Cup Watch: Dysfunctional defense
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Serious differences between biotech billionaire, Ernesto Bertarelli and New Zealander Richard Croutts in the Swiss team that won the America Cup could well mar their chances of defending their title in the year 2007. Those in the know say that Coutts was cut-up about the way he was treated, including not being paid his bonus that was due after the victory and also because he knew he has the driving force behind the victory.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 2004
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Racecourse: Out there, just imagine
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A singlehanded nonstop race around the world, 'Vendee Globe', is organized once in every four years in the town of Les Sables d'Olonne, France. The February 2005 race witnessed more than 30,000 people a day visiting the race village to admire the boats and cheer the Vendee skippers that are professional sailors who have worked hard for the race and sacrificed much.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 2005
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Shorthanded Racing: On your own
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A shorthanded racing forces to practice all aspects of sailing that includes prioritizing, determining the major contributor to the boat's performance and the safety of the boat. A shorthanded racing is about making a series of good decisions and tips for its preparation, execution and safety are given.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 2005
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