2010 Rolex Sailor of the Year

This is an interesting year for the Rolex Sailor of the Year award. Of the 4 women nominated, there is 1 kiteboarder, 2 windsurfers, and 1 (well technically 2) monouhull sailor. Sailing is becoming more and more diverse, however the question is as it becomes more diverse, how much commonality can we find with each other. Kiteboarding is worlds away from the Volvo Ocean Race, and as the edges of the sport move further out in varying directions, it becomes increasingly difficult to compare them for purposes of a single award. In any case, all of the candidates in this group are deserving, however our vote goes to Blanca Manchon (www.blancamanchon.com/). For the Men's group, our decision is not even close. Frank Cammas (www.cammas-groupama.com/) stands out as the clear choice. His accomplishments have been incredible, moving from class to class, trimaran to catamaran to monohull, and dominating wherever he goes. His hero is Sir Peter Blake, and that is fitting when you compare the styles and accomplishments of the two men. One Week Until 2010 ISAF Rolex World Sailor of the Year Award Winners Are Named - In just one week from today, on Tuesday 9 November, Greece will play host to a spectacular ceremony and presentation where the male and female winners of the 2010 ISAF Rolex World Sailor of the Year Awards will be announced. [ISAF] 2010