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Protest Conclusions

Conclusions for protests

Rule 44.1(b) Penalty is to Retire – Significant Advantage Despite Penalty

Wording

Since X gained a significant advantage in the [race] [series] by her breach despite taking a penalty, her penalty was to retire as required by RRS 44.1(b).

Applicable scenarios

  • Boat gained significant advantage despite taking a penalty
  • retirement required

Related content

Rule 44.1
Previous wordingRule 44.1(b) Penalty is to Retire – Caused Injury or Serious DamageNext wordingRule 44.2 Failed to Get Well Clear Before Taking Penalty Turns