Many throw-outs were likely used Saturday at the J/70 North American Championship as the breeze lightened and began to turn southeast. However, leader Peter Duncan and crew managed to stay consistent with a sixth place in the lone race in Rye, NY. Joel Ronning’s Catapult, currently second, did not fare so well, finishing in 18th place. That’s a number that will likely remain a throw-out, leaving no room for error on the final day. Victor Diaz de Leon, sailing with Duncan, said, “We tried to focus on minimizing maneuvers. When we did try to tack or jibe, we did it in a puff because that makes it so much less painful.” An impressive light air performance was delivered by John and Molly Baxter, sailing Team Vineyard Vines to a bullet, moving them up to ninth overall. Current second, third (Bruce Golison) and fourth (Jack Franco) place boats all posted big numbers making their final day on Sunday a challenge. Meanwhile, competition for the Corinthian crown has become fierce. Jenn and Ray Wulff of Annapolis Yacht Club sailing Joint Custody are now equal on points with Sarah Renz. Muse is holding on just one point behind. Complete event details may be found at https://yachtscoring.com/event_results_cumulative.cfm?eID=2992.