4-Way Showdown In Women’s Skiff – Brazil – Denmark – Spain – New Zealand
Brazilian Martine Grael headlines a fleet of champions heading into a medal race showdown. After
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Champs Rounding Into Form
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Rio Like Light Winds In Weymouth
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35 of the 40 skiff teams heading to Rio know it, leaving five squads awaiting
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Final Standings at Sailing World Cup Hyeres
Hyères threw out its toughest challenge for the final day of racing at the Sailing
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