SailGP: ‘What A Fabulous Venue Bermuda Is’
It showed “what a fabulous venue Bermuda is to run international sailing competitions and for a SailGP event, it is absolutely perfect,” SailGP CEO Sir Russell Coutts said following the conclusion of the Bermuda Sail Grand Prix presented by Hamilton Princess, which saw the British Team claim the victory.
Speaking after the event concluded on Sunday, SailGP CEO Sir Russell Coutts: “It just showed again what a fabulous venue Bermuda is to run international sailing competitions and for a SailGP event, it is absolutely perfect.
“We missed the crowds due to the current pandemic but everyone saw what the racing was like and what a stunning backdrop Bermuda is and that’s the main thing. I couldn’t be more thrilled with Bermuda and we certainly want to come back for many years to come.”
You can view all of Bernews coverage of the SailGP here and a number of videos, including the live replays of both days of racing, here on Bernews.TV.
What a magnificent few days for Bermuda. Spectacular images of Bermuda have gone out all around the world at a time when we need that positive exposure most. Well done team BDA, all who had a hand in ensuring this went so well and sincere thanks and congrats to Russell Coutts and his SailGP team. Let’s hope they come back next year!
Thanks to Grant Gibbons vision!
Im sure golf wouldve given better coverage some will say!
Thanks Grant Gibbons for the vision!!
Him and others but also thanks to everyone who made the AC and the GP feel welcomed. True Bermudians!
Totally agree. The vision to set up Dockyard the way it has been will bode well for Bermuda for years to come, but unfortunately some may still disagree, although not nearly as much moaning anymore.