The Velux 5 Oceans skippers took off yesterday for the final leg from Norfolk to Bilbao 19/4/07

China was officially confirmed as a stopover host for the Volvo Ocean Race 2008-09 18/4/07

As the V5O skippers prepare to set off today, Dalton is predicted to arrive Friday 18/4/07

So what happened to the reliable sea breezes promised for Valencia?

So what do bored hacks do when there's no racing to report?

From 15-17 June, check out the South Wales Boat Show in Margam Park 17/4/07

Eighteen competitors take part in opening Firefly M25 Travellers Series 16/4/07

Despite grey skies and occasional rain 23,000 attended the spectacular opening ceremony