I gave her all the mark-room she asked for — how am I the one disqualified?
Because mark-room doesn't cancel right of way. If the inside boat is also the right-of-way boat — she's on starboard while you're on port — you owe her mark-room under Rule 18.2(a) and must keep clear under Rule 10. She may still luff, as long as she gives room under Rule 16.1. Fail to keep clear and the foul is yours. (World Sailing Case 75.)
📖 Want Rule 10 in more depth? Elvstrøm Explains the Racing Rules 2025-2028 sets out every rule with plain-English explanations and diagrams. (affiliate link)
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- Elvstrøm Explains the Racing Rules 2025-2028 — Every rule, with plain-English explanations and diagrams.
- The Rules in Practice 2025-2028 by Bryan Willis — Situations round the racecourse, worked through for the current rules.
- Tactics Made Simple by Jon Emmett — Racing tactics, explained simply.
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