“Talking Sailing” From My Archives. Rothmans Week on this Day

By Richard Crockett

Due to the impressive response from the Rothmans Week material I have shared this week, I have decided to share seven different reports today – from the regattas in 1984; 1986; 1988; 1990; 1993; 1994 and 2000.

This should slate the thirst of those who competed in these events and are enjoying calling back the past, and all those who simply life being reminded of the glory days of this event.

The headlines for each report read as follows (simply click on each headline to open the file):

1984. Regatta Maxis Hit Trouble and Retire.  1984 12 11 – argus – Padda Kuttel – stitched – S&A – 002870 – OCR

1986. Rothmans Week Regatta in Table Bay Attracts 70 Yachts.  1986 12 11 – argus – S&A – 000101 – OCR

1988. Taai Tweestryde Verwag in Kaapse Seilvaart.  1988 12 11 – burger – S&A – OCR

1990. Rothmans Week Speculation Rife.  1990 12 11 – cape times – S&A – 144 – OCR

1993. Abromowitz Performs Some Drastic Surgery.  1993 12 11 – argus – 195200 – S&A – OCR

1994. Sails Set As Fast New Boats Enter the Fray.  1994 12 11 – sunday times – S&A – 065 – OCR

2000. Meek Snatches Yachting Victory.  2000 12 11 – citizen – S&A – 322 – OCR