On the opening morning of the 2014 Edinburgh Cup supported by Aberdeen Asset Management, the Royal Lymington Yacht Club is abuzz with final crew weigh-ins and other preparations to get racing under way.

Leaving the dock on Day 1

It’s a warm, though slightly overcast morning, with the light breeze forecast to strengthen during the afternoon day. Boats are currently getting ready to leave the dock, in preparation for the first race of the championship, which is scheduled to start in Christchurch Bay at 1200.