2012 OLYMPIC EVENTS

A Submission from US SAILING

Proposal:
That, in accordance with Regulation 16.1.1 (b), the following Events are eligible for selection for the 2012 Olympic Regatta:

Single - Handed Dinghy - Men
Single - Handed Dinghy - Women
Skiff - Men
Skiff - Women
Double - Handed Dinghy - Men
Double - Handed Dinghy - Women
Keelboat - Men
Keelboat - Women *

* match racing or fleet racing
Current Position:
No current position.

Reason:
1. These Events provide a natural progression for sailors as they age, broaden their skills and move on to new challenges.

2. Skiffs are exciting and generate media interest and buzz.

3. Keelboats will attract well known sailors, including World Champions from other classes and America’s Cup sailors. These “heroes” will appeal to the media and spectators.

4. The symmetry of Events will increase participation by women.

5. This slate of Events will appeal to a wide range of athletes.

6. This slate of Events is representative of the sport as it is practiced around the World. As a result, it is likely that this slate will increase the number of countries competing in the Olympic Regatta.

NOTE: This Submission is not intended to propose reducing the number of Events to eight. It is envisioned that Council will add two other Events to the list of Events eligible for selection.