The Aegean's most established maritime festival once again filled its sails with wind this year.
The Bodrum Cup, In its 37th year, sponsored by Maximiles Black, with the first light of dawn Yalıkavak Marina’It began with the start given from.
110 boats, 1,350 sailors, a 12-mile route...
The first leg of the year, Privia Black, brought the passion for the sea back to the stage on the Yalıkavak–Yalıkavak route.
Seafaring is Not a Race, but a Legacy
This year's theme “For generations”, It summed up the spirit of the Bodrum Cup once again:
Sailing is not just a sport, it's a way of life.
A wreath was laid in the sea in memory of Necati Zincirkıran, who had worked tirelessly for the event for many years.
The ceremony was attended by Muğla Governor Dr. İdris Akbıyık, Bodrum District Governor Ali Sırmalı, Bodrum Mayor Tamer Mandalinci, Honorary President Erman Aras, and Committee President Süleyman Uysal.
Record Participation, Growing International Interest
Organizing Committee Chairman Süleyman Uysal stated that this year's participation was at a record level:
“This year, we have 65 racing yachts and 40 committee boats at sea. We have approximately 1,350 competitors, and the number is growing every day. The largest number of participants came from the Netherlands and Germany. The return of foreign teams to Bodrum after the pandemic is very valuable to us.”
Uysal also emphasized that they will be sailing on a course of approximately 120 miles and that their goal is to “bring the Bodrum Cup experience to sailing enthusiasts around the world.”.
Friendship Race in the Winds of the Aegean
Muğla Governor Dr. İdris Akbıyık highlighted the event's contribution to regional tourism, stating:
“Our goal is to spread tourism across all 12 months in Muğla. The Bodrum Cup is a very valuable event in this regard.”
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Bodrum Mayor Tamer Mandalinci, on the other hand,
“Our sailors are setting sail in this race for competition, friendship, and the unifying power of the Aegean.”
He shared his pride in the city's hosting of this tradition with his words.
Five Days, Five Routes, One Spirit: Aegean
The races will take place over five stages between October 20 and 25;
It will proceed along the Yalıkavak, Iasos, and Bodrum routes.
The final and award ceremony will be hosted by Ağanlar Shipyard.
The Bodrum Cup is not just a race,
It continues to be a sea story echoing in the winds of the Aegean.
It reminds us every year:
The real race is not against the wind, but for the sake of friendship and love of the sea.
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