7/1/2015 12:24:38 PM by Andrew Alberti

July 2015 - Watching The Medal Race - By Lynne Beal, International Judge

This month we have the Pan-American Games in Toronto, with the sailing run from the RCYC. Sailing is currently scheduled to run from July 12th to July 19th with July 20th as a reserve day. The final races, called medal races, are scheduled for July 19th and 20th. I thought that describing what happens during the umpiring of a medal race would expand members’ understanding and appreciation of events, and Lynne Beal, a member of the club, graciously agreed to provide that explanation. Lynne is an ISAF International Judge who has participated as a judge at many major international events including the 2012 Olympics. She will be a judge at the Pan-American Games this year. Lynne is also chair of the Sail Canada Appeals Committee. – Andrew Alberti.