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RYA Racing Charter, The Rules, Manuals, Case Books & Call Books, Manuals 

Race officials base their practice on not only the Racing Rules of Sailing but also case law developed on the interpretation of those rules from appeals.  Their practice is also influenced by the spirit of the RYA Racing Charter whilst manuals of various disciplines provide some standardisation.

The Rules (RRS)
As the governing body for sailing ISAF produce the Racing Rules of Sailing, updated every four years.
Manuals
Manuals are a vital part of the way a discipline is managed.
Call Books and Case Books
Judges and Umpires modify their practice according to interpretations of the Rules.

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