The final day of the 2016 Etchells World Championship was full of drama! There were numerous postponements due to enclosing weather and multiple recalled starting sequences resulting in many boats being black flagged. However John Bertand sailed to his first win of the regatta proving that consistency is the key to success. Despite the less than perfect day on the water, the celebrations were warm and lively.
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2016 One Ton Cup - Day One
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2016 One Ton Cup - Day Two
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2016 One Ton Cup - Final Day
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