World Championships 49er, 49er FX and Nacra 17 yachting

You may have noticed a lot more yachts racing off Kohimarama, Mission Bay and Okahu Bay lately.  This is because the World Championships for the 49er and 49er FX classes are being held here in a few days.  The boats are based at the Royal Akarana Yacht Club at The Landing.

The first real racing starts on Tuesday 3 December, but practice racing has been going on for some time already.

You may remember that Peter Burling and Blair Tuke are the reigning World Champions, and are keen to defend their title.

For further information, click on this link.