• To stay clear of other boats so they can’t slow you down. • 保持与其他船只的距离,避免影响速度。
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To cross the start line at the most advantageous point. • 在起航线上最有利的位置起航。
Explanation of Signals 旗语
Unlike in athletics, a premature start does not necessarily result in a restarted race. Instead, the race officer will sound another signal and raise the ‘X’ flag. This informs the sailors that somebody jumped the start and they must turn around and recross the line.