The position of the yachts at the start is a crucial part of the race. Crossing the line first dees Mt necessarily provide the advantage. In (A) the boat on the left (to leeward) has crossed the line first but it is unable to tack to windward. The trailing boat thus has the advantage. In (B) the leading yacht is to windward and has the advantage.
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66The position of the yachts at the start is a crucial part of the race. Crossing the line first dees Mt necessarily provide the advantage. In (A) the boat on the left (to leeward) has crossed the line first but it is unable to tack to windward. The trailing boat thus has the advantage. In (B) the leading yacht is to windward and has the advantage. Press, 12 January 1987, Page 22
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