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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: Rolex Giraglia

Rolex Giraglia

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A world-class fleet gathers in the chic harbour of Saint-Tropez.

A world-class fleet gathers in the chic harbour of Saint-Tropez for three days of inshore competition before embarking on a 241-nautical mile offshore race.

Created to foster relations between the Italian and French sailing communities following World War II, the Rolex Giraglia has developed into a historic and revered event in the Mediterranean yachting calendar. A world-class fleet gathers in the chic harbour of Saint-Tropez for three days of inshore competition before embarking on a 241-nautical mile offshore race via the Giraglia, a rocky outcrop off the northern tip of Corsica, to the historic finish port of Genoa. 2023 marks the 70th anniversary of this Queen of Mediterranean regattas.

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