2023 Australian 420 Championship at Metung Yacht Regular Club

A few capsized boats over the four days, and a few minor accidents involving three competitors in the 12-race series

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More than one competitor had to withdraw from the race on day 4, due to injury or infection, and one boat withdrew in the final race

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In fact, some willing volunteers assumed that several competitors were able to participate on the final day of racing

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while they might otherwise have had to sit out after their teammates withdrew due to contamination or damage

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The choice to compete is left to the race officer, since those yachts no longer had the function of placing in the championship.

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Crews of 19 boats have been competing for fame at the Open Teen (Under 19), Junior (Under 16) and Women's National Championships

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Racing conditions during the four-day regatta, while challenging, allowed all 12 planned races to be completed

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Four races were completed on day three, prompting an early start and finish for day 4, with only races left for the collection.

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