CY Inbox: Reaction to Henderson

2017 Starwinter

 

Apr 26, 2018

Oh Paul, you are so on the point with this text as you were with the “World Sailing has it wrong” article. It is a disaster and drives me crazy

I am usually a positively thinking guy, but in this situation, I am desperate, as I do not see, how to turn around. Do you ? All the best!
Bernie Stegmeier, Suisse

 

To PAUL HENDERSON
Thank you Paul.
Very clear
Congratulations to your fight!
Lars Grael, Star Class President, Brazil

 

To: Paul Henderson
As usual spot on
Sad to see our beloved sport dragged down to where it is now
Gene Hinkel

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