Louis Vuitton Preliminary Regatta: Day 2 Highlights – August 23
Welcome to Sail-World’s coverage of Day 2 of the Louis Vuitton Preliminary Regatta in Barcelona!
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Weather Forecast:
The Predictwind America’s Cup Centre is expecting another fantastic day for AC75 racing. On Friday, August 23rd, expect variable winds in the morning. By the afternoon, winds will build from the south, reaching 8-12 knots on the race course. It will be sunny throughout the day, with temperatures soaring up to 28°C over the water and 31°C on land. Looking ahead to Saturday, August 24th, more excellent racing conditions are predicted, with southerly winds of around 10 knots and warm, sunny weather all day.
Points after Day 1 of the Louis Vuitton Preliminary Event – Barcelona, August 22, 2024
Highlights from Day 1
Stay tuned for more updates as the regatta unfolds!
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