the 1995 Etchells World Championships in Melbourne, Australia.

Patton, involved in his eighth such event, finished 15th out of 50 competitors following the first day of the regatta.

That puts him in good position with five races to go in the highly-competitive event with boats entered and having competitors from places such Hong Kong, Great Britain, Canada and host Australia.

Joining the Bermudian as crew is Patton's wife Christine along with Tim Lynch, an American.

Patton finished eighth during a tune-up race on Tuesday.