Maybe a good event for Roman gladiators, but not for reasonable sportsmen. The hunting rule in sailing makes just about as much sense. The starboard tack boat has the right of way. Bearing off a bit to discourage a lee bow tack is perfectly reasonable. Hold your course hails are an example.
Current rules are clear.
The starboard boat has the right of way and a limited hunting license. I think the current rule discourages foolish wanna be rock stars from getting too aggressive and makes the port tack boat pay sincere attention to how close they are willing to approach another boat. I like it. It's simple and clear. Gail Nye - Jennifer couldn't make it because one of us had to take care of our kids.