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Leighann Ruppel Leighann Ruppel

Behind the Image: May — Flying on San Francisco Bay

The May spread in the 2026 Ultimate Sailing Calendar features a striking image by Portuguese photographer Ricardo Pinto, whose work captures both the beauty and intensity of modern racing. Ricardo has a knack for being in exactly the right place when speed, light, and action come together.

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