The 2023 44Cup set sail with the opening races of the 44Cup Oman Cup, hosted by Oman Sail from its base in Muscat’s Al Mouj marina in 20+ knot winds. Spectacular downwind legs, the RC44s frequently speeding down waves then submarining, occasionally broaching, all the while providing a thorough work-out for the owner-drivers and their crews. (CC Available)
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44Cup Oman 2023 - Day 2
Day Two of the 44Cup Oman started off sedate as forecast, but finished with the wind gusting to 20 knots, providing further ‘yeehaa’ moments for the nine crews as they clung on, blasting off on the downwinds into the building sea state. After six races and at the half way stage of the 44Cup Oman,...
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44Cup Oman 2023 - Day 3
While Nico Poons’ Charisma, the 2022 44Cup Champion, was the event’s runaway leader at the 44Cup, albeit still catchable, on Day Three of the 44Cup Oman several other teams had the opportunity to shine. After an hour’s delay waiting for the wind to build, the race area off Muscat’s Al Mouj Marina...
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44Cup Oman 2023 - Final Day
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