How does Olympic Classes sailing work?
Race series: An Olympic class regatta consists of an eleven race series, from which sailors discard one race result (only counting ten races). After ten races, the top ten boats in each class move on to a final required and non-discardable medal race which counts as double points which are added to their standing score. The sailor with the lowest score will win the event. Courses: Each class will complete several laps on a course designed for its own specific type of racing. Course length and shape varies according to the type of boat racing and the wind speed. Starting: In sailing, races begin with a rolling start. The start line is set between a committee boat, from which officials run the racing and a buoy. Starting lines vary in length according to how many boats are competing in the event. Sailors aim to cross the line immediately following the starting gun. During competition sailors have two main objectives, to get a good start and to sail as fast as possible. By getting a good
