While the mast symbol of the yacht’s grandeur, it may have also contributed to its demise.
Captain Borner speculated that if the mast had broken, the yacht might not have capsized.
“Having a tall aluminum mast would not make it the safest port to be in case of a storm,” noted Andrea Ratti. The intensity of the storm could have created a significant shock wave which further destabilized the vessel and led to its rapid sinking.
