tragedy Archives

PHOTO: When that sinking feeling is real

May 30th, 2013

The sinking of Scott McWilliams’ Tartan 42 Liela B during the 169nm Bone Island Regatta from Sarasota, FL to Key

May 27th, 2013

The Midway Atoll is a 2.4-square-mile atoll in the North Pacific Ocean. As its name suggests, Midway is roughly equidistant

May 23rd, 2013

The Sailing Academy in Ukraine has faced recent turmoil from military forces that has led to the destruction of three

May 21st, 2013

Tourism is San Francisco’s largest private-sector employer, with more than 16.5 million visitors experiencing the city in 2012. Many of

May 21st, 2013

Hauling out Artemis Racing AC72 after the tragic accident and death of crewmember Andrew “Bart” Simpson on May 9, 2013.

May 14th, 2013

At a press conference today (May 14) that included Tom Ehman, Vice Commodore of the Golden Gate Yacht Club, and

May 14th, 2013

(May 14, 2013) – In parallel with completing the final arrangements for the America’s Cup, a highly experienced panel of

May 14th, 2013

“I actually think it draws people in; unfortunately it’s sort of the NASCAR model,” said IMG Worldwide Executive Vice President

May 13th, 2013

By Captain Michael Dailey – First and foremost my sympathies to the family and friends of Andrew Simpson. Please don’t

May 12th, 2013

He heard a crack, and the next thing (helmsman) Nathan Outteridge knew, the catamaran he was piloting was airborne. As