From Italy, the 44Cup makes its annual visit to the paradise island of Marstrand off Sweden’s west coast. Backed by Artemis Racing’s Torbjörn Törnqvist, the 44Cup will be hosted here by the yacht club Marstrands Segelsällskap with the support of the Marstrands Havshotell. Racing will take place over 25-28 June, in the height of summer, when night time is at its minimum and conditions range from chilly brisk northeries to light, more balmy conditions in high pressure.
Marstrand is the 44Cup’s most regularly visited venue – this will be the 12th time 44Cup racing has taken place in this, Sweden’s premier regatta venue. In past years high profile match racing championships have been held here annually, attracting giant crowds, while Marstrand was also a ‘pitstop’ during the 2008-9 Volvo Ocean Race. Last year the event coincided with Midsommarafton, the summer solstice, one of Sweden’s greatest holidays. This year the 44Cup Marstrand will be the week following this when the popular holiday island will still be in festive mood. As usual one day will see the racing finish within Marstrand’s inner harbour.
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