2019 Oceania Championships
Last chances for Tokyo 2020 Olympic Qualification
After the 2019 49er, 49erFX and Nacra 17 World Championships wrapped up with some amazing medal races and the dust settled in Auckland, the Tokyo 2020 Olympics picture began to…
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World Championship sailors support bushfire effort
Words by OCC - Lisa Ratcliff The proximity of the upcoming 49er, 49erFX and Nacra 17 Oceania and World Championships course area to some of the bushfires currently burning in…
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Epic Battles determine three World Titles
Auckland witnessed the climax of three tensely fought World Championships, where none of the victors had it easy... Challenging Auckland wind and waves played their part in determining the outcome…
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Tough Day for the Yellow GERseys
An expensive day at the races for Heil/ Ploessel in the yellow bibs Some race analysis and video clips from the penultimate day of the Championships.... 49erFX Gold Race 1: …
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Champions make vital moves before Super Sunday
The 49er and 49erFX both saw new regatta leaders heading into the final day of competition, while the Nacra 17 title race looks wide open... The breeze was a little…
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World champs aiming to be clean and green
Story by Yachting New Zealand Sandy Dawson and Ulrika Silfverberg never thought they would find rubbish so fascinating, and rewarding. The pair can often be found sorting through the bins…
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Burling and Tuke within striking distance at Worlds
Story by Yachting New Zealand It is a measure of Peter Burling and Blair Tuke's class that even on a day when they weren't totally in their groove they are…
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Going Deeper into a Difficult Day 4
Some deeper analysis of the tight racing in the 49er and 49erFX Gold Fleet competition on Day 4, the first day of the Finals... 49er Gold Race 1: In the…
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Auckland, New Zealand’s largest city, is famous for its stunning harbours and sailing culture. It is, without a doubt, a world-class racing and regatta destination.
The downtown competition venue offers quick and easy access to a vibrant city with a celebrated culinary scene, fantastic shopping, and dynamic arts and culture. As well as big city sophistication, Auckland also offers an incredible natural setting; beautiful beaches, volcanic cones, island getaways and expansive parks are never too far away.
Home to sailing champions and the highly anticipated 2021 Americas Cup, Aucklanders and New Zealander’s alike are proud of their sailing heritage. Here, the Championship will enjoy huge support from the public.
Auckland is looking forward to welcoming all athletes, teams and supporters of the 49er, 49er FX and Nacra 17 World Championships.
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