Event tragedy

Australian Sailing released a statement of condolence upon the death of a sailor at the 2023 Lincoln Regatta.

21 February 2023

Alistair Murray, President of Australian Sailing, wrote: “On behalf of Australian Sailing, I would like to express our profound sadness at the news of the loss of life of one of our sailing community during an incident at Lincoln Week Regatta.

We would like to offer deepest condolences to the friends and family impacted by the loss, and offer our full support to Port Lincoln Yacht Club, its members, volunteers and competitors at this time.

The Lincoln Week Regatta is being run in conjunction with the Australian Yachting Championships, and we commend the club on their quick response to the incident.

The 2023 Lincoln Week Regatta is being run in conjunction with the Australian Yachting Championships.

All those involved in rendering prompt assistance are to be commended, including fellow competitors, volunteers, coaches, and others afloat and ashore.

The thoughts of the sailing community remain with all those impacted today, and we join with the club in requesting privacy for the family at this time.

sailing.org.au

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