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What is Regatta in Sailing?

A sailing competition comprising a series of races over one or more days, scored as a single event. Olympic sailing, world championships and club racing are all structured as regattas.

Example: The pre-Olympic regatta at the venue doubled as a rehearsal.

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Tack (manoeuvre)Tack (port/starboard)Gybe (jibe)Beat (upwind leg)Run and reachWindward and leewardLaylineMark
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