THE STORY
During the 2017–2018 Volvo Ocean Race, Team AkzoNobel filed a protest against Turn the Tide on Plastic after an on-water incident near the finish of Leg 8 into Newport. The International Jury dismissed the protest, ruling it invalid. This incident highlighted the complexities of race regulations and the importance of clear communication among teams.
TEAMS / PEOPLE:
Team AkzoNobel, Volvo Ocean Race
WHY IT MATTERS
The dismissal of the protest underscored the challenges teams face in interpreting and adhering to race rules, emphasizing the need for precise communication and understanding of regulations in high-stakes sailing competitions.