Racing in the World International-14 Championships in the Great Sound was postponed for the second day in succession yesterday after high winds rendered sailing impossible.

Local class representative Terry Wood said many of the crews competing in the event used the time off to make repairs and necessary adjustments to their boats.

"We mentioned to the sailors upon their arrival that they should brace themselves for unpredictable weather and I believe they have experienced everything", said Wood.

"During the team championships we had a subtle breeze and now in the individual championships we are faced with an impending tropical storm!"

Race officials have confirmed that the postponed races will be contested but with Tropical Storm Olga lingering offshore, the boats maybe on dry dock for longer than hoped as high winds are again forecast throughout today.

"So far the competitors have taken it in their stride, they want to have good racing and we are not going to send anyone out in unsuitable conditions," added Wood.

Zach Berkowitz of the USA leads the series and is closely followed by Britain's Jonathon Pudney and Zeb Elliot, while defending champion, Kristopher Bundy remains in the hunt in fourth place.

Racing is scheduled to resume today at noon, in the Great Sound - weather permitting.