DAY 1: SSL Gold Cup Asia Qualifier Event

Dramatic Man Over Board Just Before the Finish Line for South Korea

Chon Buri, 20 December – Day 1 of the SSL Gold Cup Asian Qualifier opened today with intense nation-against-nation racing in Pattaya. Team South Korea showed strong speed and resilience in light northwesterly winds. After an early setback, they fought back with clean manoeuvres to secure second place in Race 1. Race 2 delivered another tight battle, but a crew overboard incident near the finish led to a jury decision and a zero score despite crossing the line third. Close calls and unforgettable rivalries marked a dramatic opening day.