LOOKING BACK AT OCEAN RACING

The Admiral’s Cup, started in 1957 lasting until the 90’s, always one of my favorite events; which in my era included the Fastnet Race.

Recently, the Storm Trysail Club honored Ted Turner and the crew of “Tenacious”; winners of the infamous 1979 Fastnet Race.

ted and the crew of "Tenacious"
Ted and the crew of "Tenacious"

These events along with the SORC epitomized ocean racing during a certain period of time that remains under recognized.

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ws lirakis

a sailor who carries a camera

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