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The Ocean Race sets sights on 2027 start in Alicante
Original: Countdown begins as The Ocean Race sets its sights on 2027 start in Alicante
Organisers of The Ocean Race have confirmed that preparations are under way for the next edition of the round-the-world sailing event, with a planned start in Alicante in 2027. The Spanish port city has long served as the race's traditional departure point, and the countdown announcement signals the countdown to the next circumnavigation is formally beginning, drawing attention from the offshore racing community including IMOCA class sailors.
Why now: The race organisation has officially started the countdown to the 2027 edition, prompting coverage among sailing fans.
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