With a prevalent right wind shift and relief from the current, the conditions have put a premium on getting off the start line with a clean lane to the right. Americans Bryan LAKE/Graham BIEHL dominated the first race, gradually extending their lead to an impressive forty boat lengths by the finish. However, the consistency of Brazilians Carlos Henrique WANDERLEY/Richard ZIETEMANN, highlighted by their race four win, which gives them current overall lead.

One race is scheduled for today, Wednesday, which will then bring in the discard. Thursday is a lay day, before one race apiece on Friday and Saturday.

Overall Results After 4 Races
1. Carlos Henrique Wanderley/Richard Zietemann (BRA) – 7, 10, 3, 1 - 20.75
2. Francisco Sanchez/Marina Sánchez (ESP) – 3, 2, 9, 11 - 25
3. Alexandre Paradeda/Eduardo Paradeda (BRA) – 20, 3, 2, 6 - 31
4. George Szabo/Brian Janney (USA) – 5, 6, 13, 8 - 32
5. Hal Gilreath/James Liebl (USA) – 16, 1, 6, 20 - 42.75

After a disappointing race 2 in this 60 boat fleet, reigning World Champions Augie DIAZ/Jon ROGERS(USA) yesterday improved their form, placing a 7 and 2, to sit in sixth place overall.