This Easter, the popular regatta sponsored by Red Funnel Ferries and organised by the Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC), will kick off on Friday 18 April. Lasting three days and featuring free professional coaching sessions on and off the water – supported by the Royal Yachting Association and RORC – the event continues to grow from strength to strength.

RORC Commodore Chris Little said: “Over 70 boats are expected to take part in IRC and IRM classes, with daily racing taking place over tight Solent courses designed to emphasise teamwork and boat handling. We are of course extremely grateful to Red Funnel for their continued support and in this 12th year we are looking forward to seeing a larger number of boats than ever on the start line on Good Friday.”

After analysing video footage shot out on the water during the day’s racing, teams can discuss the ‘How’s’, ‘Why’s’ and ‘Wherefore’s’ of their racing technique and performance with Jim Saltonstall and his team, during the post-race debriefs which have become an integral part of the regatta.

Although for most a serious and testing regatta, the Red Funnel Easter Challenge allows for a little fun each evening, when winning teams in all classes are rewarded with Easter eggs in recognition of their achievements at the daily prizegiving ceremonies held at Cowes Yacht Haven. Special Red Funnel prizes will also be awarded straight after racing during the final prizegiving on Easter Sunday and the Red Funnel Prix d’Elegance Trophy will be presented at the RORC Annual Dinner in December.

For more information contact:

RORC Racing Manager: Janet Grosvenor

Email: info@rorc.org

Tel: 44 (0) 207 493 2248

Website: www.rorc.org