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Giving a Discretionary Penalty

Wording for discretionary penalty decisions

Discretionary Penalty – Final Penalty Applied (RRS 44.3(c))

Wording

The penalty given to X is, [##]% discretionary penalty, calculated using the method described in RRS 44.3(c) and applied to [all races of the day] [race ##], but not worse than the score for DNF.

Applicable scenarios

  • Final discretionary penalty calculated per RRS 44.3(c), applied to all races of the day or a specific race, capped at DNF

Notes

  • See World Sailing Discretionary Penalty Guidelines for Boats & Support Persons
  • If the DP policy is not specifying an exact band or the band is decided using the open questions, add a conclusion that explains why a specific band was deemed appropriate.

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Rule 44.3
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