La Primo Cup-Trophée UBS s’apprête à écrire un nouveau chapitre de son histoire. Le rendez-vous de la monotypie ne cesse de se renouveler depuis sa création en 1985 par S.A.S. le Prince Albert II de Monaco, président du Y.C.M. À l’occasion de sa 41e édition, le rendez-vous ne faiblit pas et s’annonce tout aussi passionnant sur le plan sportif. En baie monégasque, l’heure est à la technique et à l’expertise grâce aux 90 équipages, 450 régatiers et cinq séries en lice. Au menu : trois jours de régates aux conditions prometteuses.
In the wake of a nautical tradition dating back to the end of the 19th century, the Primo Cup-Trophée UBS is part of a constant striving for excellence and innovation that defines Monaco. Every year, the event unveils another class or introduces an innovative piece of kit or methodology which go on to be adopted by other international circuits. In the mild optimal conditions in Monaco, classes have an opportunity to gauge the competition before the main season really gets underway. This year J/70, Smeralda 888, ClubSwan28, Longtze Premier and Cape 31 are set to do battle and put on a show.
The event kicked-off on Thursday with a warm-up race for teams to get into their stride before the main event starts on Friday. With a steady 7/8 knot north-easterly blowing, the appetiser delighted the five classes, with the 41st edition proving once again the range of technological approaches that emerge in one-design. This year, the event is serving as a trial for the new ClubSwan 28 making its début on the international circuit.
Friday 7th March: 12:00: First warning signal for all classes
Saturday 8th March: 11:00: First warning signal for all classes
Sunday 9th March: 11:00: First warning signal for all classes
15:00: Final possible warning signal
After the races: prize-giving ceremony
