New Zealand Blamed for SailGP Horror Crash by Umpires
Summary:
New Zealand’s SailGP campaign had a shocking start as umpires blamed them for a crash during the first fleet race in Perth. The Kiwis’ transom was ripped off, and both boats were damaged significantly. Switzerland is expected to resume racing, but New Zealand is unable to take further part due to the damage. The Kiwis have also received eight penalty points on the season leaderboard, but they plan to challenge the league’s findings.
What This Means for You:
High-speed crashes can have severe consequences for teams and boats in SailGP.
Umpires play a crucial role in ensuring fair play and safety during races.
Penalties can significantly impact a team’s position in the season leaderboard.
Teams must be prepared to handle unexpected incidents on the water and challenge decisions they believe are incorrect.
The incident has set a dangerous precedent for the rest of the season, potentially leading to more incidents if not addressed properly.
Original Post:
Jasper Bruce
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Skipper Peter Burling is incredulous umpires have blamed New Zealand for the horror crash that ended the Kiwis’ Perth SailGP within two minutes of the starting gun being fired.
New Zealand’s transom, part of the boat’s stern, was ripped off and left floating in Fremantle Harbour when they collided with Switzerland in the first of Saturday’s fleet races.
