Rio to Host Clipper Race

The 2013-14 edition of the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race will be hosted by the Marina da Gloria in Rio de Janeiro this October.

The port will conclude Leg 1 of the Clipper Race which departs London on September 1, ailment creating a link between the 2012 Olympic Games and the 2016 Games in Rio.

Clipper Race founder and Chairman Sir Robin Knox-Johnston said: “We are really pleased to be returning to Rio and to be based in the marina selected to host the 2016 Olympic sailing events.

“We have significant experience of working with Olympic venues such as Qingdao in China which hosted the 2008 Beijing Olympic sailing.

“Given that London is hosting the fleet departure, it’s a great destination for the first leg of the race and Marina da Gloria has the facilities we require to accommodate our new fleet of twelve 70-foot ocean racing yachts.”

The hosting of the ninth edition of the Clipper Race is part of the strategy to consolidate Rio de Janeiro City as an international nautical destination.

In its announcement, REX, the Marina da Gloria concessionary company,  said: “Hosting a prestigious event such as the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race demonstrates our capacity to support major maritime events, helping Rio de Janeiro to establish itself as a leading internationally destination.”

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