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Los Gallos SailGP Team helmed by Diego Botin in action ahead of the Oracle Perth Sail Grand Prix presented by KPMG in Perth, Australia. Thursday 15 January 2026. Rolex SailGP Championship Event 1 2026 Season. Photo credit: Ricardo Pinto for SailGP.
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Breaking News: Spain is out of SailGP in Perth

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Chris Woodhams

It has just been confirmed that after having a major crash yesterday at the practice in Perth, while no athletes were hurt, the boat took major damage to the foils and hull.

Los Gallos will be unable to compete this weekend; it is expected they will be back for the Auckland round.

Los Gallos face Perth setback after SailGP training crash

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