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The Rolex China Sea Race heats up on Day 2. Crews face tough conditions as they battle 25-28 kts winds and building seas after departing Victoria Harbour. Juice retires due to equipment failure, while Jibulai withdraws after a mainsail break. Moonblue 2 reports a strong performance, covering 170nm through oil rigs. Single-handed sailor Tiger Mok on 2 Easy completes his first night, despite a brief autopilot malfunction. Morning brings a slight easing to 18kts, allowing crews to regroup. By afternoon, winds spike again to 25-27kts. Team Alive-Rampage leads the charge toward Subic with a 25nm advantage over Standard Insurance Centennial V. The TP52s, Standard Insurance Centennial VII and Happy Go, remain locked in a close duel. Seawolf dominates in the IRC Overall standings, eyeing their first overall victory. Race action tracked live at www.rolexchinasearace.com.
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