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Podcast: James Pleasance - World Match Racing Tour

On the latest episode of the Yacht Racing Life Podcast I'm joined by James Pleasance – executive director of the World Match Racing Tour, as we discuss the history, evolution, and future of one of sailing's most iconic competitions.

Justin Chisholm
Justin Chisholm
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Podcast: James Pleasance - World Match Racing Tour
Image © Ian Roman / WMRT

During our chat we examine: how the tour has managed to constantly adapt over its more than 20-year history; how it has somehow stayed relevant – despite the America's Cup move into high-performance foiling racing; its key role in developing new sailing talent, and plans to expand into new territories, like Saudi Arabia.

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