Genova, Italy will host the finish of The Ocean…

19 February 2021

As with the round the world race in 2022-23, the iconic Italian port of Genova will play host to the finale of The Ocean Race Europe in June

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The first edition of The Ocean Race Europe will finish in Genova, Italy in June.

The historic maritime city is already the home of The Grand Finale – the finish of the next edition of round the world race in 2022-23. Now, Genova will also host The Ocean Race Europe.

“In The Ocean Race Europe we are realising a dream of many – a race between European cities with engaged fans and athletes achieving the extraordinary while driving change for a healthier planet.” said Race Chairman Richard Brisius.

“We understand the importance of teamwork, and collectively we back the EU work for Green Transition, digitalisation and unity. Our friends and partners in Genova also really understand the value of the environment in helping to support the economy and well-being of people. We look forward to working together to make The Ocean Race Europe a success.”

“We’re proud to host the inaugural edition of The Ocean Race Europe – it is undoubtedly going to be ‘the’ event of the 2021 offshore sailing circuit,” said Marco Bucci, the Mayor of Genova.

“Genova will take centre stage, having the opportunity to celebrate its traditions and ambitions, moving towards a future of great international events. Genova can do it – our great facilities make for a perfect venue to host events of this level.

“Furthermore, behind the coastal infrastructure, the city offers a unique artistic and tourism hub, ready to welcome Italian and international fans of our sport, which is now living a golden moment for the public and in the media alike.”

The Ocean Race Europe is open to VO65 and IMOCA class yachts. The Race will start from Brittany, on the Atlantic coast of France, at the end of May with teams racing in stages to the finish in Genova, Italy, in the third week of June. The remaining iconic cities hosting the race will be revealed in turn.

The VO65 fleet will also participate in The Ocean Race Europe Prologue event starting in the Baltic Sea in early May.

“For the VO65 teams, The Prologue and The Ocean Race Europe itself marks the start of our journey towards The Ocean Race around the world in 2022-23,” said Bouwe Bekking, an eight-time veteran of The Ocean Race.

“Whether we are trialling new crew or equipment, or using the event for fundraising and sponsorship, it’s a critical first step on the road to The Ocean Race and an opportunity for all of us to feel the pull of this great Race once again.”

“The Ocean Race Europe will be a good test for our team to compete with other similar boats and a great opportunity to get racing in our IMOCA again,” said Nicolas Troussel, skipper of the CORUM L’Épargne Sailing Team in announcing his entry in the IMOCA fleet last week.

Organisers of The Ocean Race Europe are prioritising the health and safety of all competitors and stakeholders and will follow all relevant regulations and advisories with respect to Covid-19.

Congressman Gosar Responds to Biden Directive to Release Illegal…

WASHINGTON D.C. -Today, U.S. Representative Paul Gosar, D.D.S. (AZ-04) sent a letter to Yuma County Sheriff Leon Wilmot and Arizona Governor Doug Ducey urging them to immediately implement a plan to intercept the 50 illegal aliens that the United States Customs and Border Protection recently announced they will begin immediately releasing into Yuma County on a daily basis. The responsibility to stop this release, and imprison and deport the potentially infected aliens, rests with the Federal Government and the Biden Administration. Congress has funded law enforcement for that purpose.  The release of infected aliens is not authorized by Congress. 

Citing the risk to public health and safety given that lack of adequate plans to screen for COVID-19, implement quarantine standards or perform background checks on these illegal aliens before their release into the general public, Congressman Gosar is demanding local law officials detain and return them to their country of origin.  Additionally, Congressman Gosar recommends that the Federal Emergency and Management Agency use the trillions of dollars in COVID-19 emergency relief funds to offset the costs for the apprehension and treatment of these illegal aliens.  

“Where these illegal aliens go after their “release” is anyone’s guess. Phoenix. Tucson. Prescott. San Diego. These are super spreader events that will go off daily. If we are to take seriously the state and County’s efforts to rein in the pandemic, then releasing 50 potentially positive cases into Arizona every day is a threat to public health and constitutes an emergency,” said Rep. Gosar.

Congressman Gosar will continue to work with local Arizona and Federal agencies to obtain a viable plan to keep Arizonans safe during this COVID-19 pandemic.

You can read the letter HERE. 

Background:

This week, Congressman Gosar was informed by Yuma County Supervisor Jonathan Lines of concerns raised by the City of Yuma, as well as San Luis and Somerton, pertaining to the imminent release of 50 illegal aliens every day into Yuma County by the United States Customs and Border Protection.