The 77th Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race has attracted a fleet of 111 vessels, united in the quest to prove their mettle over the 628 nautical miles of this iconic bluewater event.
Lure of the challenge
Change of plans
Maritimo will not compete in this year’s RSHYR, but will instead sail their Schumacher 54, Maritimo 11 to Portsea for the Melbourne to Hobart Westcoaster Race, 27 December.
Forecast favours the maxis
The 2022 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race fleet set for downwind start.
Maritimo contender
Representing the Gold Coast and Queensland in the 2022 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, sailing yacht Maritimo 11 departed Southport Yacht Club with a rousing send-off from Mayor Tom Tate and 100 family, friends and supporters.
Minnie magic
Michael “Zappa” Bell and his son, Oli, are taking on the Rolex Sydney Hobart as a 2-handed entry aboard Minnie, a Jones 42 with a decent track record.
Race ready
A strong fleet with an international flavour and multiple former winners and record holders is preparing to take on the 2022 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, with 118 boats currently entered.
