It is the Gulf region’s only long distance offshore race, pitting a fleet of identical Farr 30 One Design yachts and some of the world’s best sailors against a course that runs from Bahrain to Muscat. This year’s edition of EFG Bank Sailing Arabia – The Tour kicks off on Feb 10th at the Amwaj marina in Manama with a strong lineup that includes a new team announced by organizers Oman Sail, Team BAE Systems skippered by Cédric Pouligny from France.
Oman Sail’s CEO David Graham welcomed Team BAE Systems to the competition: “It’s great to have Team BAE Systems for the third time competing in EGF Bank Sailing Arabia – The Tour. With a strong team that includes Arab sailors, Team BAE Systems is a reflection of one of the event’s objectives – to get sailors talent from the region involved in a competitive sailing at the highest level.”
Andy Carr, Managing Director, BAE Systems Oman, said: “This is the third year that Team BAE Systems has competed in Sailing Arabia The Tour; we are looking forward to following their progress throughout this inspirational regional race. We would like to wish Cedric Pouligny and the whole of Team BAE Systems the very best of luck and send our best wishes for a successful and enjoyable race”.
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