Event: Zhik 2019 Australian 9er Championships | Race Number: 10 |
Protesting Boat: 2059 | Protested Boat: 2681 |
Submitted Date/time: 06 Jan 2019 16:34 |
Hearing Details: Port-starboard |
Facts Found | - Just before the warning signal, 2059 was on starboard tack close to the start boat and almost stationary.
- 2681 approached 2059 on port tack and on a collision course with 2059.
- Both boats attempted to avoid a collision, but contact took place between the bow of 2681 and the underside of 2059, causing serious damage in the form of a hole.
- 2059 was unable to compete in the following race (10).
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Conclusion | 2681, a port tack boat, failed to keep clear of 2059, a starboard tack boat and caused serious damage.
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Rule(s) applicable | Preamble to Part 2, 10, 14, 62.1 (b), App A10 (b) |
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Decision | 2681 is to be scored DSQ in Race 10. 2059 is to be scored in Race 10 points equal to the average of her points in all races sailed before Race 10.
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Jury Members | Jonathon Rees NJ (Chairman), Jonathon Rees NJ (Chairman), Luke Tupper NJ, Murray Jones IJ, Luke Tupper NJ, Murray Jones IJ |
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