The 6 Metre World Cup are biennial international
sailing regatta
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s in the
6 Metre class organized by the
International Six Metre Association.
The principal trophy is the Six Metre World Cup. Swedish sailor
Pelle Petterson has won most titles, with three titles between 1977 and 1983. Swiss sailor
Bernard Haissly and Swedish
Carl-Gustaf Piehl, have two each.
The most championships has been won by Swedish sailors, on eight occasions, followed by Swiss sailors, three titles, and sailors of
Canada and the
United States (two each).
The International 6 Metre was an Olympic class from 1908 to 1952.
History
The first 6 Metre World Cup were held in
Seattle in 1973.
Editions
Medalists
See also
*
ISAF Sailing World Championships
*
International Sailing Federation
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References
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Recurring sporting events established in 1973
World championships in sailing