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‘Exhilarating’ Round the Island Race

Lively conditions challenged the 1,100-strong fleet of yachts of all shapes and sizes during the annual Round the Island Race around the Isle of Wight.

The ever-popular sailing event, organised by the Island Sailing Club (ISC)

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