(BoatUS Santa Maria Cup web site: www.santamariacup.org)

Continued light winds prevented the race from beginning until 2pm. Only one flight was accomplished having significant effect on the standings. The first flight broke the tie between Liz Baylis (USA) and Claire Leroy (FRA) –giving Claire the clear lead. Three teams tied with 5 wins, one team with four wins, any of which can make it to the final four. The race was cut short due to a major thunderstorm.

Saturday’s weather predicts winds from 15-20 knots, clear sunny skies and a very competitive finish...

Results after 8 flights (one flight remaining in round robin):
Leroy (FRA) – 7-1
Baylis (USA) - 6-2
Bossard (FRA), Tulloch (USA), and Spithill (AUS) - Tied at 5-3
Mariani (ITA) - 4-4
Lovell (USA) and Fisher (USA) - Tied at 3-5
Senfft (BRA) - 2-6
Ramires (POR) - 0-8

About BoatU.S.:

BoatU.S. – Boat Owners Association of The United States – is the nation’s leading advocate for recreational boaters providing its 600,000 members with government representation, programs and money saving services. For membership information visit www.BoatUS.com or call 800-395-2628.

About Eastport Yacht Club:

Located on the Severn River in Annapolis, Maryland, Eastport Yacht Club is a small 600 member club dedicated to boating and racing. The club has gained a strong international reputation for conducting sailing regattas. More information is available at www.Eastportyc.org.

For more information, please contact Clare Vanderbeek at 410.507.5025