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More than just an Outstanding Sailing Project

Giraglia Rolex Cup

Photo by: Stefano Gattini / Esimit Europa 2

Final preparations complete

Following on from the Race Committee’s prudent decision to cancel racing due to the inclimate weather today, the crew of Esimit Europa 2 spent the time undertaking their final preparations for the 241 nautical mile race that lies ahead. Starting in St Tropez tomorrow morning (first warning signal estimated at 1100), the race will take the fleet southeast to the Giraglia rock just off the coast of Corsica and then up to San Remo for the finish.

“We took the opportunity to use the extra time today to make sure that the boat is completely race ready. This included enhanced checks of the equipment, sails and rigging, as well as reviewing important safety procedures,” said the Owner of Esimit Europa 2, Igor Simcic. “I’m pleased with the commitment and attention to detail of Flavio (Favini) and the crew,” he added.

This year marks the 58th edition of the Giraglia Rolex Cup and sees a record fleet of 248 boats participating. Esimit Europa 2’s previous owner Neville Crichton holds the Giraglia Rolex Cup offshore race record of 18 hours 3 minutes and 15 seconds. Strictly speaking however, the fastest time over the 241 nm course between St Tropez and San Remo is held by Riviera di Rimini, which in 1998 covered the distance in 24 hours 21 minutes 47 seconds. As the fastest boat in the fleet, Esimit Europa 2 hopes to lead the fleet to ‘The Rock’ and aims set a new course record.

“We spent the day preparing for every facet of the race. This includes both the technical and the tactical aspects, to ensure we are optimising the boat,” said Skipper Favini who has competed in several editions of this regatta. “Together with Tactician Tiziano Nava, we have selected the sail inventory, so as best to meet our clear and important goal.”

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Article details

Title : Giraglia Rolex Cup
Date : Jun 15, 2010
Location : Saint Tropez

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