Pensacola Yacht Club Hosting Melges 24 National Championship Race this Weekend

Pensacola, FL (Newsradio 92.3) -- World-class sailing is coming to Pensacola Bay this weekend. The Pensacola Yacht Club is hosting the Melges 24 U.S. National Championship Friday through Sunday, with teams competing from Puerto Rico, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Germany. The Melges 24 is an American-made high-performance sailboat that's been a longtime favorite at the club. Spectators can watch the races from Sanders Beach Park and the Downtown Waterfront. Regatta organizers say they're expecting strong competition and a great turnout for the three-day event.