Just two boats competed in the A Class Knock Out Challenge in Road Bay, kicking off the racing season in a cheerful and spirited style.
The event on 22 February saw spectators line Sandy Ground to watch the talented De Wizard and Light and Peace crews handle the turns and breezes to take first and second place.
In a touching gesture, both crews donated a portion of their US$1,000 and $800 winnings to the family of Zenith Jessica Brooks who died on 8 January aged 60.
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The race was the first in a series of 17 that makes up Anguilla’s A Class boat racing season, with the next – the Easter Warm Up – taking place on 29 March.
Meanwhile, the B Class season began with its own Knock Out Challenge on 15 February in Road Bay. The prizes were $800 for first place, $600 for second place and $400 for third.
The next race – the B Class James Ronald Webster – takes place on 2 March and will see competitors travel around the island.
Anguilla’s boat racing season continues until 9 August when the Champion of Champs A Class and B Class races will set off from Sandy Ground.
The Anguilla Boat Racing Association has released the full schedule for both classes, which can be viewed here (times are to be confirmed).
