Fleet Race
The Fleet Race is the classic form of a sailing regatta according to the rules of World Sailing .
In the Fleet Race, in which at least three boats sail against each other , the goal is to cross the finish line before all other boats. This is first achieved by sailing as fast as possible in order to have an advantage over the competition. Using tactical maneuvers it is possible to control the direct pursuer and a lead can be saved to the finish line. The direct opponent must always be observed so that his tactical maneuvers can be reacted to immediately. The indirect opponents will try to avoid the duel and gain their own advantage through their own tactical maneuvers.
In contrast to this, in the match race , which is only carried out between two boats, the decision is often made on the start line through suitable pre-start maneuvers.
In the case of small regattas in the Fleet Race, violations of the rules are only negotiated after the race has ended; in the case of larger ranking regattas or championships , certain rules (e.g. rule 42, unauthorized propulsion) are displayed and punished by jury boats directly on the water.
At the 2008 Olympic Games , violations of the rules will only be punished on the water; subsequent protest negotiations will no longer take place.
Individual evidence
- ^ Robby Robinson, William H. Robinson: The International Marine Book of Sailing . McGraw-Hill Professional, 2008, ISBN 0-07-053225-7 , p. 310.