After being shipped over 4,000 miles from St. Thomas, Maxi 72 Bella Mente was offloaded in Southampton, UK last week. From there, Boat Captain Peter Henderson along with members of the shore team delivered the yacht to the Endeavor Quay Marina in Gosport to prepare for the team’s European racing circuit, which kicks off in July. So far, the yacht has been hauled and the rig, rudder and keel pulled. Everything was transferred to the marina’s shed to undergo updates and routine maintenance.
Bella Mente’s European Racing Schedule
RYSR Bicentenary International Regatta, July 25-31
Aberdeen Asset Management Cowes Week, August 11-15
Rolex Fastnet Race, August 16
Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup, September 7-12
More photos from the shipyard
Photo Credit: Peter Henderson
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