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Protest Conclusions

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Rule F4.44.1(b) Kiteboard – Significant Advantage or Disadvantage Despite Penalty

Wording

Since X [gained a significant advantage] [caused significant disadvantage to the other kiteboard] in the [race] [series] by her breach despite taking a penalty, her penalty was to retire as required by RRS F4.44.1(b).

Applicable scenarios

  • Kiteboard gained significant advantage or caused significant disadvantage despite penalty
  • retirement required

Related content

Rule 44Rule F4-44
Previous wordingRule F4.44.1(b) Kiteboard Penalty is to Retire – Injury, Damage or TangleNext wordingRule F4.44.2 Kiteboard Failed to Get Well Clear Before One-Turn Penalty