 The event was a Finn event, and Somers Payne attended at his own expense, again showing his great dedication to Irish sailing.Somers Payne also had many successful meetings in the Admirals Cup tournament, but more importantly to him, the National Eighteen race.This race was held in Cork harbour and was close to Somers Payne’s heart throughout his life, Payne went on to win more titles in this competition than any other skipper, showing real skill throughout his years of National Eighteen competing.