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Racing for the Wilson Trophy

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The Wilson trophy is the world's oldest and most competitive dinghy racing event. It is held annually in a man-made, cement-walled lake in West Kirby, England. The Spinnaker team from Southampton, England, was hailed the 1998 champion after beating the American team, lead by Graham Woodworth.

Author: Leonard, Zack
Publisher: World Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Sailing World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0889-4094
Year: 1998
Recreation, England, Dinghies

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On the wire of the fabled Five-O

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The 505 sailboat boasts of its smooth and hydraulically dampened speed. This feature has made it very popular among American sailboat aficionados. Around 106 boating teams coming from 10 different countries participated in the International 505 championship held in Cape Cod in Sep 1998.

Author: Leonard, Zack
Publisher: World Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Sailing World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0889-4094
Year: 1999
Models, International aspects, Sailboats, Model boats

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Strength of body, strength of mind

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The key to Danielle Brennan Myrdal's Laser sailing success is her strength and work ethics. Although she finished only 9th at the 1996 Olympic Trials, many believe she can win an Olympic Medal. At the age of 23, she is still training harder than ever in hopes of an Olympic glory.

Author: Leonard, Zack
Publisher: World Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Sailing World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0889-4094
Year: 1999
Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Personalities, Women athletes, Aquatic sports, Water sports, Myrdal, Danielle Brennan

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Subjects list: Competitions, Sailboat racing, Yacht racing, Sailing
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