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1978 Nationals: Barnes is the Best
Linda Douglas provides a comprehensive report on the 1978 National Championship at Cleveland Yacht Club. Andy Barnes (3437) won the championship by a narrow margin, defeating champ Glover and other competitors through strong performance across all races. The article details the competitive challenges, key moments, and personal achievements throughout the week-long competition.
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