Bol d'Or rocked by controversy

Bol d'or (c) GastelEtzwane

Controversy has overshadowed the 87th Bol d'Or sailing competition this weekend.

Two leading catamarans were initially disqualified after racing with six crew members instead of their declared seven, despite notifying officials of last-minute illness and injury. 

The decision stripped Ylliam 12 of victory at the finish line, but an international jury later overturned the disqualification.

The dramatic ruling restored Ylliam 12's win in a regatta remembered as much for protests and appeals as for the racing itself.

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