Question 1
Shortly after rounding the windward mark, Yellow establishes
a leeward overlap on Blue from clear astern. The conditions are such that
the boats would normally set a spinnaker to finish as soon as possible.
Yellow does not set a spinnaker and sails a course that is a proper course
for a boat with a headsail, but above a proper course for a boat with
a spinnaker. Blue luffs and keeps clear. There is a Y-flag. What should
the call be?
Answer1
Display the green and white flag. When Yellow establishes a leeward
overlap at position 2 she is subject to rule 17 and shall not sail above
her proper course. However, there is no requirement for her to sail with
a spinnaker. Her proper course is determined by the course she would sail,
in the absence of Blue, to finish as soon as possible with the sails she
is using at that time. Yellow is not sailing above her proper course and
does not break rule 17.
Question 2
Would the answer be different if Yellow had an outstanding penalty?
Answer 2
No.
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