New boat configurations, fresh water, and forecast light winds that could influence crew numbers have combined to make for a unique weekend as SailGP hits Geneva for the first time.
Friday's split fleet practice sessions gave teams their first taste of conditions on Lake Geneva. None of the four races attempted reached completion, with conditions cutting each one short before a result could be recorded.
Heading into the weekend, the Black Foils carry the advantage of leading the Rolex SailGP Championship. They made the most of Friday's limited sailing time, leading both races in the first fleet before they were called off.
Black Foils Co-CEO and Driver Peter Burling said the entire weekend would be about learning quickly.
"We made some good gains post the German event leading into Saint Tropez and it was pleasing to see those come through on the water to deliver a solid result there. The back to back race weekends build great momentum and I know everyone in our group is really excited to be back racing again on such a short turnaround."
Burling added that coming to a new venue also added to the buzz around the league across all teams.
"It's great to be here in Geneva, it's a beautiful backdrop and it's really exciting to be taking SailGP to a new group of local fans. We know all the teams will be trying to learn the conditions as quickly as possible to get the most out of the boats and the new boards and rudders."
