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Protest Conclusions

Conclusions for protests

Part 2 Preamble – Interference (RRS 23.1)

Wording

Since X was not racing but was sailing [in or near] the racing area and [intended to race] [had been racing], and she interfered with a boat that was racing and broke RRS 23.1, the preamble to RRS Part 2 permits the protest committee to penalize her.

Applicable scenarios

  • Boat not racing interfered with racing boat – PC may penalize

Related content

Part 2Rule 23.1
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