A new approach is being implemented for the 2024 Newport Bermuda Race, which will extend the course distance from 635 miles to 636 miles to allow fans to view the start from Fort Adams State Park.
“The Newport Bermuda Race is thrilled to announce an exciting new approach to the start of the 2024 race: free shoreline viewing and a live broadcast from Fort Adams State Park in Newport, Rhode Island, which will also be streamed online at bermudarace.com,” organizers of the race shared in a press release. “The Race’s starting line has been relocated one mile north of Castle Hill in Narragansett Bay to provide spectators a new opportunity to witness 200 boats up close – thus extending the race course distance from 635 miles to Bermuda to 636”.
“The Bermuda Race Organizing Committee, with support from the State of Rhode Island and other partners, has been able to invest in transforming this hallmark biennial event into a celebration for the sailors, their families, and fans alike,” says Race Chair Andrew Kallfelz of Jamestown, Rhode Island. “Fort Adams is a great venue for the public to come together to witness up close the adrenaline-pumping start of this prestigious race.”
For those planning to attend in person, organizers say that Fort Adams promises an excellent spot to see the start. The park will host a lively beer garden, exhibits from partners, and a vibrant atmosphere filled with maritime enthusiasts. Spectators will also enjoy live coverage from world-renowned commentators on-shore and on the water, with state-of-the-art graphics on a big screen, ensuring the crowd sees and experiences every exciting moment of the start.
Mark your calendars for June 21, 2024, at 1 pm, as the 53rd Newport Bermuda Race promises an unforgettable start, blending the thrill of nearly 200 boats shoving off to start an iconic ocean race with professional commentary and state-of-the-art technology to create an immersive experience for all.
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