Sailing teams from around the world are finishing up a series of races Sunday afternoon on the San Francisco Bay. KTVU’s James Torres spoke with Laura Muma, a representative from racing organization SailGP about the race and what’s in store for racing’s future.
Sailing teams from around the world are finishing up a series of races Sunday afternoon on the San Francisco Bay. KTVU’s James Torrez spoke with Laura Muma, a representative from the racing organization"[The Bay Area] is such an iconic sailing destination that challenges the sailors," Muma said. "The wind is always fantastic, it is such a technical, really cool place to sail."Although most people don’t know the ins and outs of sailing, just watching the events are thrilling.
Nine teams are racing on Sunday and the teams consist of six members with at least one being a woman. "SailGP is really dedicated to creating new opportunities and more opportunities for top female athletes in the sport to be racing at the highest level," Muma said. "So, every team has at least one female onboard and multiple on the team. These females are amazing athletes and sailors, so let’s give them opportunities to be racing at the highest level."
Sunday’s races begin in the afternoon around 2:00 p.m. Season four of SailGP’s racing events start next month.
Indonesia Berita Terbaru, Indonesia Berita utama
Similar News:Anda juga dapat membaca berita serupa dengan ini yang kami kumpulkan dari sumber berita lain.
International sailing competition comes to SF Bay, bringing economic boostThousands of people are converging on San Francisco this weekend to watch giant high-tech sailboats from around the world race on the Bay at super high speeds.
Baca lebih lajut »
Best Place to People-Watch - Cheesman Park on a SundayInterested in people-watching? We've got the best spot in town. Shout out to Cheeseman Park (specifically on a Sunday) for winning Best Place to People-Watch in Best of Denver 2023!
Baca lebih lajut »
Fort Worth's Chef Tam to Compete on Alex vs. America This SundayJoin Chef Tam this Sunday for a special Alex vs. America watch party in Arlington for the premiere of an episode she competes on, 'Alex vs. Southern Comfort.'
Baca lebih lajut »
East Bay residents can earn $100-per-month by donating pet's poopCalling all East Bay pet owners. Leave your dog or cat's poop at your front door and you could earn $100-per-month. All in the name of science.
Baca lebih lajut »
Citing writers' strike, Drew Barrymore withdraws from live-hosting Sunday's MTV awards'In order to truly respect' writers during the writers' strike, Drew Barrymore said she won't host Sunday's MTV Movie & TV Awards. But she'll do it next year.
Baca lebih lajut »