Moreover, it is remarkably free from strong tides and currents and other navigational hazards, and thus there is nothing or next to nothing to be gained from the " local knowledge " which is so profitable in difficult waters.

"[2] The sailing event a separate opening ceremony which took place in Torquay, due to its distance from London.

The medals were handed by Sir Ralph Gore, President of the International Yacht Racing Union.

Prior to 1948, sailing had been a gender-neutral sport where male and female competitors competed together.

This was the only time this happened until separate male and female events were introduced in some classes in the 1988 Summer Olympics.