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From the Archives: 1987 J24 Worlds in Capri

Capri, Italy hosted the J24 Worlds in 1987. Check out the photos from the Sailing World Archives.

By Sailing World Staff

October 16, 2012

Updated: October 16, 2012

More: Anniversary, boats, Buoy Racing, From the Archives, J 24 World Championships, J Boats, J/24, Keelboat, Photos, Sailboat Racing

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