Strong winds from the south west and a building sea state made for a dramatic opening few hours as yachts battle out of The Solent in the Rolex Fastnet Race

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Strong winds from the south west and a building sea state made for a dramatic opening few hours as yachts battle out of The Solent in the Rolex Fastnet Race

© Carlo Borlenghi / Rolex

Strong winds from the south west and a building sea state made for a dramatic opening few hours as yachts battle out of The Solent in the Rolex Fastnet Race photo copyright Carlo Borlenghi / Rolex taken at Royal Ocean Racing Club and featuring the IRC class

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