Thunderstorms Play Havoc with the Wind Direction
Valencia, Spain. Racing was abandoned after more than two hours of waiting for the wind to stabilise as black thunderstorms drifted across Valencia and played havoc with the wind.
There was breeze – sometimes up to 12-14 knots – but it was clocking right around the compass and eventually the Race Committees on both courses sent the Louis Vuitton Cup fleet ashore without racing.
It was a disappointment for fans hoping to see a battle of the big guns between BMW ORACLE Racing and Luna Rossa Challenge, both of whom top the leaderboard with 27 points each. Today’s cancellation means organisers will try to complete two flights of matches tomorrow to remain on schedule.
BMW ORACLE Racing will meet Luna Rossa Challenge first, followed by a bye.
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