Windward Boat DSQ'd — The Pre-Start Rule You're Getting Wrong

Name: Windward Boat DSQ'd — The Pre-Start Rule You're Getting Wrong
Uploaded: 2026-05-17T12:00:00+12:00
Duration: 33 s
Description: Before the gun you can luff — and the windward boat still must keep clear.

Before the gun you can luff — and the windward boat still must keep clear.

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