The culmination of a prestigious annual freshwater sailing competition, spanning over 333 nautical miles from Chicago, Illinois, to Mackinac Island, Michigan, is captured in the final standings. These standings typically list competing vessels by their assigned sail numbers, along with details such as corrected times, overall placement within their respective divisions and overall, and potentially other relevant performance metrics. A hypothetical example might show “Pyxis” finishing first in Section One with a corrected time of 40:21:15.
This data serves as a historical record of the competition, allowing sailors, enthusiasts, and historians to analyze race performance, identify trends, and celebrate the achievements of participants. The information is crucial for determining official winners, recognizing outstanding sailing skill, and providing valuable insights into the strategic decisions made during the race. Furthermore, the historical record allows for the tracking of performance improvements over time, both for individual sailors and the evolution of boat design and technology.