The dream of standing at the helm of a racing yacht that breaks through the icy waters at the prestigious Rolex Fastnet races does not necessarily get fulfilled for everyone. Regarded as one of the most prominent offshore regatta challenges in the world the Rolex Fastnet Races presented by Rolex attracts a huge fleet of top class yachts to compete at this event. The increasing popularity of this Rolex Regatta ensures that every year more and more competitors register to participate in this competition.
The 608 mile long regatta challenges the sailors at every mile and sometimes unleashes a flurry of ferocious waves on the yachts. Setting sail from Cowes and ending off at Plymouth the sailors have to face an incredible array of daunting challenges. However, it is this very aspect that draws a number of sailors while concurrently keeping others at bay. The 1979 race that forever lives in infamy due to the treacherous conditions that proved to be disastrous for most sailors indicated the unpredictability of the Rolex Fastnet race. The thrill of combating the elements and finally appearing triumphant cannot be wholly described in words and has to be experienced to truly understand the magnitude of the Rolex regatta. The eighty four year old grand history throws light on the historical value and heritage of the Rolex Fastnet Races that have brought together several sailors who share a similar aspiration of conquering the mighty sea.
Although the Rolex Fastnet Races are immensely alluring, a varied number of reasons do not allow a several passionate followers from around the world to compete in this extraordinary racing challenge. The advent of technology fused with an extremely innovative idea allows every single individual to compete in this prolific event. Foraying into the world of digitalized technology, Rolex initiated the creation of the virtualized version of the Rolex Fastnet Races. Developed by the company Virtual Regatta this version of the Rolex Fastnet Races is completely free and open to anyone who wishes to participate.
Crafted to resemble the real Fastnet races in every possible way the virtual version of the popular regatta includes the daunting challenges that the sailors go through during the actual event. From the safety of your homes without having to bear the brunt of the waves, players can compete in their version of the Rolex Fastnet races. The company behind the development of the virtual Rolex Fastnet Races has also developed a virtual format for the Vendée Globe Race. Players partaking in this game version of the Fastnet races will compete against other enthusiasts from around the world. Utilizing strategy and skill the sailors battle the tidal currents and the unpredictable weather onboard the Bénéteau First 40.7 and sail towards the finish line.
This extremely detailed format is as close to the real Fastnet race as possible and has been developed by employing ground-breaking features. As a new addition to the Rolex Fastnet Races the virtual version of this eminent regatta guarantees hours of absolute pleasure as you take on the role of a skipper charting the dodgy seas in a bid to claim the top honor of the Rolex races.
Tags: Bénéteau, Rolex, Rolex Fastnet, Virtual Regatta, Virtual Rolex Fastnet
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