Clive (Guns) Scott was reported as having blown a hole, (maybe two), in the blue ensign of the Principal Committee Vessel, while firing the starting cannon.

Some think the holes were the result of two shots, but Clive insists he accurately judged the timing to achieve this with a single charge.

Clive says "Now I have shown how accurate these cannon are I can easily identify any premature starters ?."

Owner and skipper of "Grand Banks" Gerry Atkinson, always presents his vessel in immaculate condition.

Kip Marina Chandlery would neither confirm nor deny that Gerry has ordered 12 new blue ensigns in case Clive gets bored and tests the cannon with a full broadside.