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Rule 23
Interfering With Another Boat

23.1 If reasonably possible, a boat not racing shall not interfere with a boat that is racing.

23.2 If reasonably possible, a boat shall not interfere with a boat that is taking a penalty, sailing on another leg or subject to rule 21.1. However, after the starting signal this rule does not apply when the boat is sailng her proper course.