Qingdao in-port race postponed for the second time

[Source: Volvo Ocean Race] In-port racing in the Volvo Ocean Race was postponed for the second time in Qingdao, China today. Although the visibility had improved since yesterday, there was still not enough wind.

The Race Committee has rescheduled racing for tomorrow at 1020 local time (0220 GMT). If a race is unable to be held tomorrow, there will be the same schedule for Tuesday, however if no in-port race has started by 1600 local time on Tuesday, the in-port race in Qingdao will be cancelled.

Yet another windless day for the Volvo Ocean Race. Qingdao, 8 February 2009. Photo copyright Maria Muriña / Equipo Telefonica