The world’s Big Class yachts started the 2nd Westward Cup today

Day 1 of this year’s Westward Cup in Cowes, UK saw the 42m superyacht Mariette take the top position, followed by the 38m luxury yacht Mariquita and the 41.5m charter yacht Eleonora E (ex Eleonora) respectively.

Peter Craig Appointed as Principle Race Officer for the Pendennis Cup

Pendennis has appointed for the first time this year a professional race officer to take charge of the Pedennis Cup. Esteemed yachtsman Peter Craig from Marblehead, USA, has a wide range of experience with many of the premiere international regattas.

2nd Westport Cup to be attended by superyachts Altair, Eleonora, Mariette and Mariquita

Four glorious big class vessels will grace the squadron start line for the second running of the Westward Cup, taking place from June 11 to 16, 2012, including the 39.5m sailing yacht Altair, the 41.5m charter yacht Eleonora E (ex Eleonora), the 42m superyacht Mariette and the 38m Mariquita superyacht. Also invited, but as yet unconfirmed, are the 46m sailing yacht Lulworth and the 32m luxury yacht Moonbeam IV.

The Westward Cup 2012 Extends Invitations to Eight Big Class Yachts

The Westward Cup 2012 has confirmed the presence of eight beautiful Big Class Yachts competing in the race, such as 55m luxury charter yacht Elena.