GGR 2026 - SITraN Challenge Prologue — 2026-08-18 13:33-19:33
18 août 2026 · 6h 0m · 912 vues · Les Sables-d'Olonne
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Seven entrants in the 2026 Golden Globe Race (GGR) SITraN Challenge face a "Did Not Finish" (DNF) status after failing to round a designated waypoint.53:21 Race organizers report that the YB3 tracking system shows these boats missing the mark, though some competitors dispute the data, claiming their own onboard logs prove they reached the required coordinates.40:45 The challenge, designed as a fun, non-competitive test of equipment and systems, prohibits the use of engines after the 10-minute gun.6:51 Participants are currently testing satellite phone connectivity, software adjustments, and live-streaming capabilities for the upcoming race.7:52 During the transit, sailors are managing sail configurations, including mizzen staysails and spinnakers, while troubleshooting issues with Hydrovane self-steering systems in varying wind conditions.1:22:50 One participant performs celestial navigation calculations to verify position, noting a four-nautical-mile discrepancy compared to electronic data.1:17:54 The event serves as a shakedown for the 2026 fleet, with organizers emphasizing that the waypoint rounding is a mandatory requirement for a valid finish.6:56
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