If you think the rivalry between Ainslie and Barker is at rest, try the site
http://www.extremesailingseries.com/day2#.UwgyWjiYbDcWith Hagar, Macmillan, and the Alinghi Team in the hunt, go figure. Twelve boats this year feature some talent. Go for the replays since the time zones contrast - stadium sailing... I wish they would expand the course into open water.
The race officer is working double - handed with a sporty lady aboard a skiff. Rather interesting from a race management perspective. Many of us have been there, but not faced with the depth of talent on the line.
Glenn Ashby is trimming the main for Dean Barker aboard Emirates NZ.
Enjoy until the snow melts,
B