In the Performance Racing division, Smooth Criminal, helmed by Iyas Shaheen’s RP36, triumphed over Tim McCall’s Barracuda. In the Multihull Division 0, Paul Mitchell’s Ullman Sails made a strong comeback, narrowly defeating Joel Berg’s Hooligan by 32 seconds. In Multihull Division 1, Guy Chester’s Crowther 40 trimaran, Oceans Tribute, shone, with Steven Humphris’ Stealth Mode finishing just behind. Despite a mishap at home leading to injuries, Roberts showcased resilience and enthusiasm for the day’s racing conditions. The Principal Race Officer, Kevin Wilson, indicated today’s race would be more tactical than the previous day, with divisions starting at different times on courses of varying lengths.