Volvo is the first national title sponsor of the Leukemia Cup regatta series, which was first established in 1993 as a single, local fundraising event in Annapolis, Maryland. The event was strong success, prompting founding committee member and former Americas Cup captain Gary Jobson to establish a national series of events at yacht clubs throughout the country. Approximately 3,000 sailors will participate in Volvo Leukemia Cup Regatta events this year. The Volvo Leukemia Cup Regatta series is part of Volvo Cars' enhanced commitment to sailing, which also includes Volvo's sponsorship of the Volvo Ocean Race, formerly known as the Whitbread. We will be using the Volvo Ocean Race as the foundation of the relationship between Volvo and sailing, and look forward to the Leukemia Cup Regatta series as a way to educate the sailing community about our commitment to the sport.
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