
Saint-Barthelemy, November 20, 2014 – The first day was somewhat challenging for the racers who had to face headwinds of 15 to 20 knots and 2 meter-high waves. While some teams prefered to skip the race due to the heavy conditions, others had to abandon due to capsize or injury. But overall, two nice races with a well aligned fleet on the starting line. The sporting level for the top racers was very high and the first 5 battled it out well.
The US team performed well on the first race daywith Mike Easton and Matthew Whitehead finishing 3rd overall.

The fleet is well-aligned on the starting line. Racers are facing strong headwinds of 15-20 knots.
Capsize in St John's BayTough conditions awaited racers on this first day.
Finished 12th in the overall standing of the Design Affairs Prize
Gurvan Bontemps, Giuseppe Dessi : Allianz - St Barth assurancesThe French racers were second in the first race when the rudders broke forcing them to abandon the race.


