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Cowes SailGP Weather Update

by SailGP 9 Aug 2019 00:55 PDT 10-11 August 2019
Wednesday high wind practice in the Solent ahead of the Cowes SailGP event © Alex Irwin / www.sportography.tv

Due to forecasted severe adverse weather, and in order to ensure the safety of all athletes, staff, spectators and guests, Cowes SailGP will not proceed with racing on Saturday, August 10.

Experts are calling for winds reaching gale force, and the national weather service has issued a yellow weather warning.

Cowes SailGP practise racing on Thursday evening - photo © Sam Kurtul / www.worldofthelens.co.uk
Cowes SailGP practise racing on Thursday evening - photo © Sam Kurtul / www.worldofthelens.co.uk

We look forward to showcasing SailGP's European debut on Sunday, with racing starting at 3 p.m. local. We are currently exploring options to further maximize Sunday's program and fan experience. Additional details will follow.

For those fans who purchased tickets to attend Cowes SailGP, you will receive a separate communication with details on the options available to you.

Ticket refunds will be issued per the Cowes SailGP Ticket Refund Policy.

Series leader Australia SailGP Team helmed by Tom Slingsby damage their wing in their first practice session on The Solent as a result of strong winds ahead of Event 4 Season 1 SailGP event in Cowes, Isle of Wight, England, United Kingdom. - photo © Sam Greenfield for SailGP
Series leader Australia SailGP Team helmed by Tom Slingsby damage their wing in their first practice session on The Solent as a result of strong winds ahead of Event 4 Season 1 SailGP event in Cowes, Isle of Wight, England, United Kingdom. - photo © Sam Greenfield for SailGP

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