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More Sailing Students
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Venetians Bid Farewell to AC Action
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Opening Day on South Bay
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Massive Turnout for AC World Series
Prada wins the day with a victory for both Italian boats. © Ellen Hoke "I’m surprised that the cheers of the Italian fans didn’t wake up every sailing fan in San Francisco," says roving reporter Ellen Hoke. She’s in Venice, Italy this week to take in the palpable excitement of the AC World Series event…