11. Pointless (starboard) is reaching along a not very crowded line at a speed of about one knot in light winds. If she holds her course, she will cross behind Expletive Express who is starting on port. When the boats are three lengths apart, the gun goes. Pointless heads up to close-hauled and calls "Starboard" on Expletive Express. The latter tacks about 3 seconds later but forces Pointless to luff up slightly to avoid a collision. Wayfarer Pointless protests Wayfarer Expletive Express.

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decision
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