THE OCEAN RACE
[To the Editor of the SPECTATOR.] SIR,—In spite of many dismal forebodings the Ocean Race was sailed to a successful finish ; how successful is proved by the fact that those who took part in it formed the Ocean Racing Club within twenty-four hours of the finish. All the members entered for next year's race. Your article on the race shows an appreciation and understanding that have been sadly lacking in some other papers.
Up to the Fastnet it was anybody's race. On the fourth day out four of the yachts were within hailing distance of each other. Rounding the Fastnet, Gull," Fulmar ' and Saladin ' were all together, and they were in sight of each other to the finish. The race should give a welcome chance every year to numerous owners to test themselves and their ships over a course that calls for the best they have in them. One of the proudest moments in my life is going to be when I hoist the Ocean Racing Club's burgee on my own ship. Next year will show that there are many who will want to do like- wise. Nobody will be eligible for the club who has not sailed the club's ocean course.—I am, Sir, &c., SPARKS (of the Saladin ').
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