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Part 3 — Conduct Of A Race

30.3: U Flag Rule

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30.3

U Flag Rule

If flag U has been displayed, no part of a boat’s hull shall be in the triangle formed by the ends of the starting line and the first mark during the last minute before her starting signal. If a boat breaks this rule and is identified, she shall be disqualified without a hearing, but not if the race is restarted or resailed.

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