470 - European Championship 2017 - Monaco MON - Start today

The 470 European Championship begins today in Monaco probably in a moderate East wind that should persist during the whole week as the forecast announces.
40 women's teams from 19 nations are on the entry list, the most competitive fleet together in this post-olympic year.
In the men's category, 49 teams from 23 nations will participate with the Olympic Champions Matthew Belcher/Will Ryan AUS as big favorites for the overall win.
The list of participants and the official preview.
Racing can be followed during the day via live ticker. The first start has been scheduled for 11 a.m UTC.