Dear Friends; It is with great pleasure that we are hosting the 18th edition of Bosphorus Cup in Istanbul this year. Everything started in 2002 when I envisioned a globally known sailing regatta on the waters of Istanbul. Needless to say; sailing on the Bosphorus between two continents with the busy trafic; active currents of the Black Sea and the stunning background thanks to the unique architecture of Istanbul is very special . It is also very tricky and challenging even for the top professional sailors of Our planet. We hope that one day You come and enjoy the event together with Us; In the mean time; we send You best wishes and love from the shores of the Bosphorus; ORHAN REFIK GORBON FOUNDER OF THE BOSPHORUS CUP ISTANBUL