Is there any chance Taylor could request redress and have the time factor re - considered? That would be good experience for a youth sailor, and with RD's coaching might shave some points off his final score. Given the tide/current evidence, maybe Taylor could swing a reversal of the jury's decision. I would hate to see him just accept the decision without a second effort.

My understanding is that the top two USA teams are measured by US Sailing and not by the ISAF, but I stand to be corrected. Sometimes regattas of this magnitude require aggression on the water and in the 'room' as well.

Let's hope tomorrow is a better day since Taylor and Catherine finished today's racing with a fourteenth. Ya gotta love the kid's dedication.