The 38th Edition of Hamilton Island Race Week was another fantastic combination of sailing, onshore festivities, and of course the reunion with sailing friends and family in what would normally be the “off season” Down Under.
Hamilton Island review
Final blast
A final blast to the Molle Islands and back in trade winds up to 22 knots closed out the 38th Hamilton Island Race Week and decided the trophy winners in divisions where the top placings were still up for grabs.
Sports stars shine
Sporting superstars came together at Hamilton Island Race Week.
Tricks of the tide
Sailors were rewarded for keeping their eyes out of the boat on the second day of Hamilton Island Race Week.
Nautilus on board
Nautilus Marine Insurance returns as sponsor of the 2023 Hamilton Island Race Week.
Get set for Race Week
First timers join regulars for the ultimate action-packed week on the water.
Championships decided
The final race of the 2022 Australian Yachting Championships brought out the big guns.
Final day fling
As the last day of competition dawns at Hamilton Island Race Week, an overcast and eerie Saturday, crews gathered on the marina to prepare for one last bite at the cherry at this year’s regatta.
Superheroes at Hamo
The event we’ve all been looking forward to, the Hamilton Island Race Week Prix d’Elegance, featured some frivolous and fantastic crew in costumes and boats dolled up for the fun.
Long Race and lasagne
For the 16 fortunate crew on the Phillip Neil skippered Drumfire, a 78-foot vision of splendour and timber luxury among the hundreds of newer builds, Hamilton Island Race Week is all about the food, not the sailing, argues boat chef Polly Bapteist.
Perfect opener
Perfect trade wind sailing blessed the 200-plus strong fleet on the opening day of Hamilton Island Race Week in the glorious Queensland Whitsunday islands.
Get set for Hamilton Island
After a two-year hiatus, the countdown has begun and Hamilton Island Race Week is just a week away, complemented by a festival of onshore activities and entertainment.
Fleet foreman
Regatta Director, Denis Thompson is as firm a fixture on the Hamilton Island Race Week program as the racing, and this year, he is more eager than ever to head north for that potent blend of competitive sailing, sunshine and socialising.
Off and racing
Australia’s internationally acclaimed yacht regatta, Hamilton Island Race Week will be contested from 20 to 27 August 2022, and this year’s edition is shaping up to be a beauty.
Prep for Prix d’Elegance
How to win a spectacular prize without winning a race at Hamilton Island Race Week 2022.
Champs cancelled
The 2021 Australian Yachting Championships have been cancelled due to the ongoing COVID-19 restrictions.
