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Exploring some of the most exciting events in the world of sailing.

Exploring some of the most exciting events in the world of sailing - telling the human stories behind the race and revealing the passion, emotion and dedication needed to take part

Exploring some of the most exciting events in the world of sailing - telling the human stories behind the race and revealing the passion, emotion and dedication needed to take part in any world class sporting occasion.

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The Spirit of Yachting: Fastnet Race

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05/10/2013 GMT

Fastnet Race

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The biennial Fastnet Race is a test of strategy and skill.

In the biennial Fastnet Race,the fleet starts off from the Royal Yacht Squadron in Cowes, races out of the Solent and across the Celtic Sea to the Fastnet Rock.

The biennial Fastnet Race has been an established fixture on the ocean racing circuit since 1925. The 608-nautical mile race is a test of strategy and skill with challenging tidal currents and changeable weather. The fleet starts off from the Royal Yacht Squadron in Cowes, races out of the Solent and across the tempestuous Celtic Sea to the Fastnet Rock, before returning to the finish in Plymouth.

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