International Umpire of Sailing
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Umpires are a type of race official used during in the running of sailing races run under the Racing Rules of Sailing
. Their role is primarily linked to making on the water decisions about rule infringements during match racing events or rule 42 calls during fleet racing. Most racing is run without umpires and unresolved issues are dealt with after the racing finished in front of a panel called the protest committee. The International Sailing Federation
helps train its member national authorities many of who have a national umpires program. The most experience become International Umpires recognised by the International Sailing Federation
.
External Link
Race Officials Microsite
Racing Rules of Sailing
The Racing Rules of Sailing govern the conduct of yacht racing, windsurfing, kitesurfing, model boat racing, dinghy racing and virtually any other form of racing around a course with more than one vessel while powered by the wind...
. Their role is primarily linked to making on the water decisions about rule infringements during match racing events or rule 42 calls during fleet racing. Most racing is run without umpires and unresolved issues are dealt with after the racing finished in front of a panel called the protest committee. The International Sailing Federation
International Sailing Federation
The International Sailing Federation is recognised by the International Olympic Committee as the world governing body for the sport of sailing....
helps train its member national authorities many of who have a national umpires program. The most experience become International Umpires recognised by the International Sailing Federation
International Sailing Federation
The International Sailing Federation is recognised by the International Olympic Committee as the world governing body for the sport of sailing....
.
External Link
Race Officials Microsite