About the World Match Racing Tour: Founded in 1999, the World Match Racing Tour (WMRT) is the world’s leading global professional sailing series featuring world class sailors, America's Cup and Olympic champions. WMRT is officially sanctioned with ‘Special Event’ status by World Sailing, the world governing body of the sport.   Each stage of the World Match Racing Tour takes place in identically supplied one-design boats to place the focus on teamwork and skill. The nature of sport with close to shore action, intense tactical skills and live analysis offers host cities an excellent opportunity to present themselves positively to a global audience. World Championship Events offer prize money at each event and award points culminating in the crowning of the “World Sailing Match Racing World Champion” each year. World Match Racing Tour works alongside media partners to distribute highlights coverage from events to over 150 broadcasters and digital media platforms worldwide. For more information, visit www.wmrt.com