From humble beginnings, the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race has evolved over the last 75 years into a truly iconic sporting event. The start, on the world’s finest natural harbour, is beamed live around the globe: something no other annual offshore race can boast. Indeed, the undefinable appeal of ocean racing that brings out the best in human nature – resilience, teamwork, courage and dedication – continues: “It just gets into your blood,” says veteran of twenty-three Hobart race starts, Vanessa Dudley.
Repaired supermaxi yacht, Wild Oats XI, completed an overnight qualifier for the Rolex Sydney-Hobart Yacht Race.
Quick thinking saves Wild Oats XI from further damage during the Cabbage Tree Island Race.
Ribco, manufacturer of premium Rigid Inflatable Boats (RIBs), has been appointed the official chase boat partner for the Wild Oats XI Team.
The supermaxi Wild Oats XI has been thrown yet another Rolex Sydney Hobart curveball, as the yacht suffered damage after being struck by lightning.
Black Jack wins hard fought victory in the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia’s SOLAS Big Boat Challenge.
Black Jack first across the line on Day 2 as Patrice takes IRC division 1 at CYCA Trophy Series.
A substantial fleet of 36 will battle it out in Race 4 of the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia’s Blue Water Pointscore.
Ahead of what promises to be a stellar season of sailing, five iconic sailing yachts have berthed at Rivergate Marina & Shipyard, Brisbane in an impressive line-up seldom seen on our shores.
