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Pfft.
They should learn how to do an around the world, here's their rules.
World Powerboat Authority UIM regulations governing the race record state the following:
* The boat must pass through both the Suez and Panama Canals
* The boat can only refuel in ports (no refueling at sea)
* The start / finish line can be determined by the crew
* The crew is otherwise free to determine the route, and can choose an east-west or west-east direction
* The boat must meet certain safety standards
* The boat cannot be longer than 150ft.
This leaves the team great flexibility in many areas, including race route, refuelling options and boat design. Note the requirement to pass through the two canals eliminates the southern ocean route that yachts take.
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