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Benji Daniel and Alex Burger earn qualification spot for Tokyo

Benji Daniel and Alex Burger have made a triumphant return to the country after booking South Africa a spot at the Tokyo Olympics in the 49er class. Just a year ago, the former 29er world champions (who beat 129 teams from 17 countries for that title) were convinced their dream of competing at a first Olympics was all but over. But the event in which they could qualify finally went ahead last week.
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Tue 11 May 2021

eSailing Nations League

A 14-strong South African team is currently taking part in the eSailing Nations League, which kicked off on 11 January – up against the best virtual sailors from around the world. One of SA’s finest, Pedro De Mello Machado, explained: “We are drawn into a very tough and experienced Team Sailing group of countries and are excited to be part of this league to battle it out against the world’s best eSailors, have fun and make new friends.
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Wed 10 Feb 2021

Virtual Regatta South Africa

When all activity on the water was brought to an abrupt halt at the end of March, one form of sailing experienced unprecedented growth. Understandably that was eSailing, which could be enjoyed from the comfort of your home during lockdown. Sailors may be heading back out on the water now as restrictions ease, but the virtual version of the sport continues to grow in popularity – as explained by Drew Scott…
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Fri 11 Sep 2020