3, 2, 1, Let's Go!

The Space Race began on 2 August 1955 and ended by 26 December 1991. In the 20th century, this meant a competition between Cold War rivals and their respective space programs. Could it mean sport in the 21st century? Here are four Moon-to-Mars racing yachts, demonstrating in tight formation before commencement and in promotional images as they seek sponsors. How much fun will it be when going to Mars is so simple that some of the ships that get us there are finishing a race?

Would you sponsor a team in such a race?

Or would you want to join a crew?