100 meters to the finish, we’re holding third place — then suddenly, the sound of the rudder chain snapping, and the yacht luffs sharply into the wind. The skipper stayed calm and acted fast, inserting the emergency tiller into the rudder stock to regain direct control of the rudder blade, bypassing the wheel. Thanks to the quick response, the yacht lost only a few positions and still crossed the finish line successfully. Back in the marina, technicians from the charter company were called in. They repaired the system and installed a new steering chain. A valuable lesson: never ignore play or looseness in the wheel — it’s often the first sign of trouble. #PAPARegatta #PAPARegatta2012 #TheArtOfSailing #ArtOfSailing #RudderFailure #CroatiaYachting #CroatiaSailing

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The best of PAPA Regatta 2021 — all in one epic 1-minute short. A vibrant mix of thrilling races, carefree dancing, spontaneous flash mobs, live guitar, all night talks and songs, and breathtaking views. The perfect snapshot of where sport meets celebration. Credits: Video by @AlexeyPerfilov #PAPARegatta #PAPARegatta2021 #TheArtOfSailings #ArtOfSailings #Croatia #SailAndFun #LiveGuitar #BeautifulLife

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A night to remember at PAPA Regatta — the legendary White Party! This tradition, held in classic all-white yachting attire, is all about welcoming newcomers into the sailing crew. It’s part celebration, part initiation, with lighthearted contests, plenty of laughter, and good vibes all around. And as always, it all ends with dancing into the night. Just one more reason evenings at PAPA Regatta are as memorable as the races themselves. #PAPARegatta #PAPARegatta2021 #TheArtOfSailing #AllWhitePartyNight #FlashMob #Rendezvous

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