ISAF | World Sailing | Giraglia Joy For Alizee and Magic Carpet 3

Laurent Camprubi's XP44 Alizée (FRA) has been confirmed as the overall winner of the 2013 Giraglia Rolex Cup while Sir Lindsay Owen-Jones's Wally Cento Magic Carpet 3 (GBR) secured line honours as the fleet's fastest boat. 

 

The 61st Giraglia Rolex Cup will live long in the memory. 184 yachts from 14 countries took part in a gripping contest that provided constant tactical challenges for the international fleet.

Completing the 243-nm course from Saint-Tropez, France to Genoa, Italy in 31 hours, 35 minutes and 48 seconds, Owen-Jones's recent launch saw off spirited competition from the seven-strong fleet of Mini Maxis to claim line honours. In the process, Owen-Jones avenged the disappointment of another dramatic finish. At the 2005 Giraglia Rolex Cup, his former Magic Carpet narrowly lost to North Sails Sportswear having led with 300 metres to spare and the finish line in sight. More; News & Features | ISAF | World Sailing | Official Site : Giraglia Joy For Alizee and Magic Carpet 3