The third annual VX One North American Championship kicks off Thursday, July 17 from Newport Yacht Club in Rhode Island. Nineteen VX Ones, representing Canada, New Zealand, the Virgin Islands and the United States, are gathering for three days of competition. Reigning North American Champion Rob Doolittle (from last year’s event at Rush Creek Yacht Club in Rockwall, Texas) is set to defend his title in Newport. For a full listing of entrants and for complete regatta information/results, go towww.vxonenac.com.