THE STORY
During the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, two 49er sailing crews were disqualified after their trapeze harnesses were found to exceed the allowed weight limit. The Brazilian team of Marco Grael and Gabriel Borges lost their race win from the previous day, while the Irish duo Robert Dickson and Sean Waddilove were disqualified from both races on July 28, 2021. (sail-world.com)
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Olympic sailing crews
WHY IT MATTERS
These disqualifications highlight the critical importance of adhering to equipment regulations in Olympic sailing, as even minor infractions can lead to significant consequences.