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In pictures: Isle of Wight Round the Island Race

He said: “I’ve not had the boat that long but I’ve competed in Round the Island Race many times over the last 50 years in various boats I’ve owned.

“It’s one of the most famous yacht races in the world and we went out to try and win.

“It’s 40 years ago since I won it on a little 25ft boat called ‘Odd Job’, so today was very special for me.”

Organisers were forced to cancel eight classes from this year’s race due to the weather conditions, with strong winds causing a risk to participants’ safety.

The event, organised by the Island Sailing Club first race took place in 1931 with 25 entries.


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