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S8.E1 ∙ Totally Barking Mad

Sun, Feb 22, 2009

We profile Jim Richardson and his crew of half professional and half amateur sailors on board barking mad, in the North American Farr 40 championship. The goal for the barking mad team is a record-equaling third world title in Sardinia in 2009, and that campaign begins at the North American championship.

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S8.E2 ∙ Driven

Sun, Mar 22, 2009

In the world of sailing, there's a team and a helmsman who prefer to let their actions do the talking. The team - Alinghi. Their helmsman - Ed Baird. His teammates may call him 'steady Eddie' but his career has been anything but. World championships in numerous inshore classes, ISAF Rolex World Sailor of the Year, Baird's 30 year career reached its peak when driving Alinghi to victory in the 2007 America's Cup. At 50, there may be younger helmsmen around but there are few better match racers in the sport today. We profile Ed's life, career and his desire to stay at the pinnacle of the sport.

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S8.E3 ∙ Elements of Survival

Sun, May 03, 2009

Ocean racing in extreme weather, on isolated stretches of ocean, can be the most challenging and dangerous sport in the world. This special programme meets the pro-sailors who push ocean racing to the limits. We find out how their life threatening experiences have changed the way boats are sailed in blue water classic races, such as the Rolex Fastnet.

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S8.E4 ∙ La Dolce Vita

Sun, May 31, 2009

This is a new event to the Rolex Spirit of Yachting calendar and is one not to be missed. Located in the stunning Italian town of Portofino, this show is all about tradition. All the entries are considered 'classic yachts' and we will bring you the action as they are put through their paces on the race course.

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S8.E5 ∙ La Vita Caprese

Sun, Jun 21, 2009

This event is the start of the Mediterranean season for the racing classes. Hosted by the yacht club Capri, this regatta will see some of the world's top one design boats go head to head. The strikingly picturesque island provides a beautiful backdrop for the action.

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S8.E6 ∙ Aussie Rules

Sun, Jul 26, 2009

The Farr 40 class is one of the most competitive boats to sail in the world. Olympians, offshore veterans and America's cup legends litter the fleet, all desperate for the crown of Farr 40 World Champion. The Spirit of Yachting will follow the event as it unfolds and with Porto Cervo, Sardinia as the location, this event will be one not to miss.

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S8.E7 ∙ Isle of the Princess

Sun, Aug 23, 2009

Brazilian sailors have been coming to this event since 1973 and it's easy to see why. The stunning island provides some challenging sailing and this event now attracts yachtsmen from all over the world. This show will have everything from the island hospitality, competition and camaraderie.

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S8.E8 ∙ Built to Serve

Sat, Sep 26, 2009

This Biennial race has been a firm fixture on the offshore calendar since 1926. The 607 mile race is tough and requires a mix of tactical strategy and skill. It attracts some of the world's most impressive ocean going yachts. This show will follow their preparations as they try to claim the coveted win.

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S8.E9 ∙ Power and Glory

Sun, Oct 25, 2009

The Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup is one of the highlights on the Mediterranean calendar. Costa Smerelda provides a stunning sailing setting and despite the glamour on the dock, the competition is fierce. This show will follow the several classes over the week long event.

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S8.E10 ∙ Timeless Classics

Sun, Nov 22, 2009

This regatta is a mix of the world's most extraordinary modern racing machines and beautiful traditional yachts - a stunning sight. Racers and sailing enthusiasts come from all corners of the globe to compete and the Rolex Spirit of Yachting will have all the action.

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S8.E11 ∙ Charting History

Sun, Dec 27, 2009

The Rolex Middle Sea race is a 607 mile circumnavigation of the island of Sicily. The race starts and finishes in Malta and passes active volcanoes and stunning wildlife along the way. The sailing is competitive and this show will follow the yachts and the personalities onboard, as they take on this 2 day offshore sprint.

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S8.E12 ∙ Water in their Blood

Sun, Jan 24, 2010

The Rolex Sydney Hobart is on every sailors 'to do' list. It epitomises everything about offshore racing. It requires endurance, sailing nouse, tactical skill and most of all, a determination to get to the finish. It's a tough course and this show will see who will be crowned the overall winner.

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S8.E13 ∙ A Sailor's Almanac

Sun, Feb 21, 2010

The Rolex Review of the year: As the year draws to a close we look back over the 2009 sailing season. Reliving all of the thrills and spills with all of the action from the year. As well as announcing the winners of this year's ISAF awards.

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