A record 56 boats were on the start line of the second Gewiss Marzamemi Weekend Regatta, organised by the Royal Malta Yacht Club, yesterday morning. With good weather forecast for the rest of the week, the boats were expected to enjoy a smooth passage towards Sicily. Some of the leading contenders for the overall title include Kerisma, Maltese Falcon, Strait Dealer and Elusive. An excursion is planned for today and a race back on Sunday with the first boats expected to arrive back in Malta by early Sunday evening.