Show Notes
Portsmouth had everything.
A packed grandstand, eleven races, changing conditions and another dramatic twist in the Season 6 championship. It was an event that showcased just how far SailGP has come, both on and off the water.
This week on The Foil Podcast, Freddie Carr, Andy Rice, Lewis Smith and Neil Cole discuss why Portsmouth felt like a milestone for the championship, whether the split fleet format has finally proved itself, and why the four-boat final is becoming one of the highlights of every event. They also look at Canada’s impressive resurgence, Australia’s costly mistakes, Emirates GBR’s disappointing home regatta and Spain’s remarkable run of form that has blown the championship race wide open.
With the end of the season in sight, is a clear top five beginning to emerge, and has SailGP finally found the format that brings out the very best racing?
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00:00 Portsmouth Delivers 07:09 Split Fleets & Four-Boat Finals 15:36 Saturday Racing Analysis 25:26 Sunday Qualifying Drama 35:52 Canada's Resurgence 42:11 Emirates GBR's Home Event 45:58 The Portsmouth Final 54:03 The SailGP Championship & Calendar Rumours Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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