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Exclusive interview with Volvo Ocean racer Stu Bannatyne driver on board Dongfeng Racing

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Exclusive interview with Volvo Ocean racer Stu Bannatyne driver on board Dongfeng Racing: Stu Bannatyne Photo: Jen Edney/Volvo Ocean Race We spoke exclusively this week to Legendary New Zealand sailor Stu Bannatyne, dubbed the ‘King of the Southern Ocean’ who has spent a major part of the last two decades racing through that area of the world. He is what I would descibe as the “Roger Federer” of Round the world Sailing. He has competed in seven Volvo Ocean Races. Bannatyne won the … [Read more...] about Exclusive interview with Volvo Ocean racer Stu Bannatyne driver on board Dongfeng Racing

PE in the news: High-octane action as premier racing resumes

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High-octane action as premier racing resumes: With an expanded calendar of nine rounds scheduled between March and November, the Sasol GTC Championship will bring high-octane racing action to thousands of spectators around the country as it travels to Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, East London ... Source: "Port Elizabeth" - BingNews. Preview: Kings v Lions: The Kings will need a huge performance to beat a rampaging Lions side in their Super Rugby clash in Port Elizabeth on Saturday. It's a tight … [Read more...] about PE in the news: High-octane action as premier racing resumes

Drone Racing Africa brings global sport to SA

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Drone Racing Africa brings global sport to SA: Darren Biegnaar (right) and Sachin Naidoo (left) getting acquainted with First Person View (FVP) at a Drone Racing Africa training clinic. Drone racing, the thrilling new sport that sees pilots fly high-speed drones also known as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) is now set to become a more accessible sport for South Africans. Thanks to the launch of Drone Racing Africa (DRA) – the first fully funded drone racing league and series in Africa – junior … [Read more...] about Drone Racing Africa brings global sport to SA

Algoa Bay Yacht Club Sailing School

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A MyPE.co.za 'Algoa Bay Yacht Club' selected video for you: The Algoa Bay Yacht Club in Port Elizabeth, South Africa offers a Saturday Sailing School to all paid up members. Members can sail in boats provided by the club or be taught in their own. The most satisfying thing about it all is seeing children playing, interacting and learning in a safe outdoor environment that is fun and educational. http://abyc.co.za/contact/join for more information about becoming a … [Read more...] about Algoa Bay Yacht Club Sailing School

Ocean Racing Series Season XI round 4

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Swimmers plunge into the sea off of Hobie Beach for the Ocean Swim of the ORS in Alogoa Bay, Port Elizabeth on Sunday 22 November 2015. The 3 kilometre swim winners were: MEN: 1 Wayne Jones (30:53); 2 Dylan Smith (32:02); 3 Bruce Campbell (33:58); 4 Richard Alan Lawrie (36:37); 5 Mauritz Erasmus (36:44); 6 Russell Tucker (37:58); 7 Greg Tucker (39:05); 8 Louis De Villiers (39:22); 9 Stanford Slabbert (40:29); 10 Ralph West (41:06); 11 Ross Helliwell (41:19); 12 Andre Kleynhans (41:32); 13 … [Read more...] about Ocean Racing Series Season XI round 4

Ocean Racing Series (Sport)

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The aQuellé Ocean Racing Series offers 6 separate events each race morning in which family members can take part. For those who prefer to stay on the beach, the Series has the 5km Beach Run, 5km Beach Walk and a 1km Beach Run/Walk for children under the age of 12 years old. In catering for the swimmers, the Series will feature a 1km, 2km and 3km swim distance every race day. Click here for more: MyPE Images - MyPE (Latest images) Many more PE Images here. … [Read more...] about Ocean Racing Series (Sport)

Three national titles in a row for PE’s Michael Stephen

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Audi is celebrating a strong 2013 performance on the national motorsport front. Not only did the Engen Xtreme Audi S4 quattro of Michael Stephen (A1) claim the title in the Bridgestone Production Car Championship, the brand also claimed the 2013 Manufacturer's Championship. Stephen claimed the title with a second-place finish in race two of the day, making it three titles in a row behind the wheel of his Audi S4 quattro. "We had good pace in practise but in qualifying a broken brake … [Read more...] about Three national titles in a row for PE’s Michael Stephen