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Rolex Sydney Hobart boasts strong entry list

• December 7, 2023

Over 110 boats including about 10 international entrants are set for this year’s Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, which again starts on December 26. Words: Quinag; Photos: Rolex

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For close to 80 years, the international sailing calendar has been brought to a spectacular finale with one of the most legendary contests in the sport. The Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race has acquired a reputation that has long transcended yachting’s traditional frontiers. The race and its organiser, the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia (CYCA), have been supported by Rolex since 2002, and are cornerstones of the brand’s long-standing relationship with the sport.

There is a natural affinity between Rolex and epic yacht races such as the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, where charting a successful course requires an unwavering commitment, a wealth of experience and sharp intuition. One of the toughest tests of sailing ability, the race sits alongside the equally venerated Rolex Fastnet Race as a pillar of Rolex’s privileged partnership with yachting.

Tom Slingsby, a Rolex Testimonee, decorated athlete and one of Australia’s finest sailors, is well positioned to offer a perspective on the appeal of the “great race south”. The six-time participant and line honours winner in 2016 says: “Within offshore sailing, everyone wants to be able to say they have done the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race. It is one of the world’s great challenges that attracts sailors from around the globe and all backgrounds. Whether you are trying to win or just complete the course, we are all drawn by a passion for the sea and the enormity of the task.”

This year’s race begins, as always, on 26 December, and is expected to welcome a highly competitive fleet of over 110 yachts, including several international entries. The crews will be seeking to emulate the achievements of some 60,000 sailors and 7,500 yachts who have embraced the challenge since the event’s creation in 1945. 

Aside from its distinct slot in the global sporting schedule, the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race is noted for drawing hundreds of thousands of spectators to watch the start of the race from the shoreline or on the water, in addition to those following live broadcasts. This breathtaking moment on Sydney Harbour is must-see viewing throughout Australia, and with fans around the world.

The 628nm (1,163km) course has several key features, most notably the crossing of the easternmost edge of the exposed Bass Strait, a notorious expanse of water. Conditions can be extremely changeable. In the same race, competitors are often exposed to punishing and violent waves, and then periods when the sea is calm as the wind fades. 

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The final, often arduous, stretch up the Derwent River into Hobart can be among the most demanding as crews summon the last of their physical and mental resources. Once over the finish line, a warm welcome is guaranteed through the collaboration and support of the Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania.

For the front-running yachts competing for line honours and the public acclaim that greets the first finisher, the course typically takes two days to complete. Over the decades, owners of the world’s fastest monohull yachts have made it their objective to succeed at the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race. A steely focus is required to prevail in the face of spirited and similarly determined opposition. The race record, set in 2017, sits at 33 hours, 15 minutes and 24 seconds. 

Rolex is proud to be associated with a race that demands precision, dedication and the highest level of performance from the athletes and their boats, as well as one whose organizer plays a key role in ensuring the future of the sport. Like so many of the great offshore races, the Rolex Sydney Hobart was conceived by intrepid Corinthian sailors. Over time its reputation has grown, enticing sailors of all backgrounds and ambition. Yachts range in size from 30 feet (9 metres) to 100 feet (30.5 metres), and whether crew members are amateur or professional, completing the race is a significant milestone.

Arthur Lane, Commodore of the CYCA, reflects on what competing in the race means: “The common denominator at the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race is a deep enthusiasm for the sport of sailing and a willingness to test oneself against one’s peers and the elements. The race has an enduring appeal and continues to inspire younger generations. The close support of Rolex throughout the past 21 years has been a significant factor in its continued evolution.”

Tom Slingsby, likewise, appreciates the scale of the event: “I have a lot of respect for anyone who races offshore. It is tough when you hit bad weather and you are going up wind in 30 knots of breeze and big waves, day in, day out, particularly on a smaller boat. It is really tough, both mentally and physically, and for me these big ocean races are the ultimate challenge in yacht racing.”

Just as Rolex stands for precision and high-level performance in everything it does, offshore racing sailors must summon the same qualities if they are to complete the exacting course. For the overall winner on corrected time, the iconic Tattersall Cup and a specially engraved Rolex Yacht-Master watch await, along with a place in sailing legend. 

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2023 Rolex Sydney Hobart Entries Open

• 08 Jul, 2023 10:35:00 AM

The Cruising Yacht Club of Australia (CYCA) is pleased to welcome entries for eligible yachts for the 2023 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race.

The 78th edition of the historic 628 nautical mile classic will start on Sydney Harbour at 1pm on Tuesday 26 December 2023. An international and highly competitive fleet is expected to participate this year following the success of what has been described as a 'Classic Hobart' in 2022 which saw 109 entrants on the starting line - the first race not heavily impacted by border restrictions since the 75th Anniversary race in 2019. A tightly contested upwind start on Sydney Harbour was followed by a fast run down the NSW coastline before the main fleet experienced challenging conditions and strong breeze as they approached Hobart. Sam Haynes' TP52 Celestial was the Overall Winner of the 2022 Rolex Sydney Hobart. John Winning Jr's 100ft maxi Andoo Comanche took Line Honours in a time of 1 day, 11 hours, 56 minutes. Both are expected to defend their titles in 2023. Eight international boats from across the globe competed in 2022, including  Caro,  (winner of the 2022 Australian Championships and Division 1 at Les Voiles de St Barthes),  Warrior Won,  (Winner 2022 RORC Caribbean 600), and Sunrise,  (Winner of the 2022 Rolex Fastnet Race and 2nd in the Rolex Middle Sea Race). Nineteen boats competed as two-handed entries with Ruper Henry's Lombard 34 Mistral taking IRC honours.   Arthur Lane, Commodore of the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia, said: "We expect a strong fleet to contest the 2023 Rolex Sydney Hobart with the prospect of our many local racing teams from all states of Australia being joined by a world-class group of international entrants. There has already been early interest shown by overseas teams. "The Cruising Yacht Club of Australia once again extends its warm appreciation to Rolex for its ongoing support of the Race and sailing globally as well as to our many valued race partners including our good friends at the Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania as Race Finishing Partner." Entries for the 2023 Rolex Sydney Hobart close at 1700hrs on Friday 27 October 2023. NOTICE OF RACE RACE ENTRY

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The 77th Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race begins on Monday 26 December 2022.

With border restrictions easing, the 2022 race is expected to attract many international entrants.

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Sydney to Hobart yacht race — how to watch and what to look for

Since its beginning in 1945, the Sydney to Hobart yacht race has become one of the pinnacles for sailing competitors, with the event being a test of skill, teamwork, nautical engineering and tactics — with weather providing the wild card.

If you know what to look for, the race can be an enjoyable experience.

Here are some tips for getting the best out of it.

When does it start?

About 111 boats ranging from the supermaxis (longer than 20 metres) to smaller 30-footers (9 metres) will be ready to go at 1pm AEDT Boxing Day on Sydney Harbour.

The start is arguably one of the greatest spectacles in modern sport.

Once the starting cannon is fired, all teams will be gunning for The Heads and into the open water of the South Pacific, with competitors surrounded by all manner of craft.

Watch as boats come perilously close to the supermaxis.

The fleet then begins to make its way down the east coast of Australia to Hobart, a distance of approximately 630 nautical miles (1,166 kilometres).

What are they racing for?

It isn't money. Yes, you read that correctly — there is no prize money for the winners. 

Instead, they race for trophies in a number of categories , the main events for casual observers being Line Honours and Overall.

The first yacht across the line wins the JH Illingworth Trophy, but the overall winner on handicap wins the Tattersalls Cup.

The overall victory is considered the major prize for sailors and a testament to skill and tactics.

Most of the time, handicap honours are won by a smaller, slower boat, which outdoes its larger opposition when time is adjusted for size and other factors.

The reigning overall winner is Ichi Ban. It finished in 4 days, 10 hours, and 17 minutes.

This was after a protest against Celestial was upheld. Celestial was handed a 40-minute time penalty for not manning their radio for a 90-minute period, during which officials were trying to contact the team.

The reigning line honours winner is Black Jack, winning in two days, 12 hours, and 37 minutes in 2021. 

How can I watch it?

Race sponsor Rolex says the race can be watched on the Seven Network. 

7Mate will broadcast the start of the race live around Australia. Their coverage starts at 12:30pm (AEDT).

ABC TV will also provide updates throughout the event.

For those who can't watch the live broadcast of the start of the race on their TV, Seven will have a stream of the race.

You can also watch vision from the event on the Sydney to Hobart yacht race website .

If you are in Sydney and on the water, spectators who wish to watch the start but not follow the fleet are advised to stick to the "western side of the harbour".

Good vantage points for spectator boats include "Taylors Bay, Chowder Bay, Obelisk Bay and North Head on the west and Rose Bay, Watsons Bay, Camp Cove and South Head to the east".

According to organisers, the harbour will be "very crowded and traffic can be chaotic, so stay alert, follow the advice of race officials and remember to keep well clear of the exclusion zone between 12pm and 2pm".

How can I follow the boats online?

You can follow the race on an online tracker , which shows the positions of yachts as they move south.

The locations of yachts are transmitted by a GPS device on each vessel. 

As the race goes on, you can see the course charted by crews — unless of course the boat's GPS device gets switched off, rendering it invisible to spectators and other competitors — an accusation that was levelled at Wild Oats XI in 2018 by the owner of Black Jack.

What should I look out for?

The weather forecast is for northerly winds in the harbour for Monday's start, which will favour the bigger boats. They will push hard to get out of the harbour.

Barring disaster, the Line Honours winner will almost certainly be one of the four super maxis.

LawConnect (formerly Perpetual LOYAL, formerly Investec LOYAL, formerly InfoTrack) set a new record in 2016 when it crossed the line in one day, 13 hours, 31 minutes and 12 seconds, a time since bettered by Comanche the next year.

Black Jack (Formerly Alfa Romeo II) has a strong Sydney to Hobart history and is the reigning Line Honours champion. It's had a strong 2022 already, taking line, record, and overall wins in the Club Marine Pittwater to Coffs Harbour race. Black Jack has a strong rivalry with Wild Oats XI as it was the first boat to break Wild Oats' race record in 2009.

Andoo Comanche is the hot favourite for line honours this year. It has already defeated Black Jack in the Sydney to Gold Coast race this year and has won the inaugural Tollgate Islands race. It beat Wild Oats for line honours in 2017, setting a race record in the process, but only after a controversial protest . 

Hamilton Island Wild Oats XI is the most famous boat in the race but has not participated since 2019 due to COVID. Veteran skipper Mark Richards will once again be at the helm and will be hoping to improve on the 3rd place finish in 2019. 

The favourites for the handicap trophy are Alive, URM Group, Moneypenny and Stefan Racing, with last year's winner, Ichi Ban, not participating.

This year there is also a number of crews made up of father-daughter or father-son teams.

The yacht race is taken seriously for good reason — people have died when the weather has turned bad.

In 1998, six sailors died, five yachts sank, more than 60 yachts retired and 55 sailors had to be rescued by helicopter.

In 2015, a squall hit the fleet off the News South Wales coast, ending the race for 29 competitors.

When does the race finish?

The lines honours winner is likely to come in around 48 hours after the start, but this is very much dependent on the weather —  especially in the 22.2-kilometre final stretch up the Derwent River.

This is when the wind can drop away and it becomes an agonisingly slow crawl , with every trick in the book pulled out to speed the progress up the glassy waterway.

In 2021, Black Jack crossed the line at 1:37am on December 29, followed by LawConnect at 4:11am and SHK Scallywag about 20 minutes after that.

In 2019, Comanche came in at a more reasonable time of 7:30am on December 28, with InfoTrack about 45 minutes later.

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Published on October 28th, 2019 | by Assoc Editor

Entry list final for Sydney Hobart

Published on October 28th, 2019 by Assoc Editor -->

Entry for the 2019 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race has closed and organizers at the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia (CYCA) announced that 170 yachts from Australia and overseas will take part in their 75th race, making it the largest fleet since the 50th in 1994, and the fourth-largest in the history of the race.

In 1994, a record 371 yachts started the race, a number that has never been reached before or since, and is not likely to.

Commenting on the quantity and quality of the fleet, CYCA Commodore Paul Billingham, said: “To receive such an incredible number of entries this year is astonishing and testimony to the enduring appeal of the Great Race. The range of yachts is truly impressive and the spectacle we will witness on Boxing Day will be unprecedented in the modern era of the race.”

Among this year’s number are five super maxis; Peter Harburg’s Black Jack (Qld), Jim Cooney and Samantha Grant’s record holder Comanche (NSW); Christian Beck’s InfoTrack (NSW); the Oatley family’s reigning line-honors champion, Wild Oats XI (NSW); and Seng Huang Lee’s SHK Scallywag from Hong Kong.

International boats are representative of Great Britain, Ireland, France, China, Hungary, Poland, Hong Kong and USA – and, while NSW has predictably yielded the largest Australian numbers with 96, the other states have produced healthy numbers too. There are also a few ‘first timers’, most notably the first Aboriginal crew to ever take part in the race with the Beneteau 47.7, Tribal Warrior.

There are 10 past overall winners representative of various sizes and eras, from the 2018 winner, Philip Turner’s RP66, Alive; Matt Allen’s TP52, Ichi Ban; Bob Steel’s TP52 Quest, which also won as Paul Clitheroe’s Balance seven years later; Oskana, a Cookson 50 that won as Victoire in 2013; Simon Kurts’ 46-year-old classic yacht, Love & War, one of only two three-time winners in the race’s history; and two-time winner, Wild Oats XI.

The start on December 26 will take the fleet along the 628nm course from Sydney Harbour, down the south-east coast of mainland Australia toward the Tasman Island and up the Derwent River to the historic port city of Hobart.

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Background : The 2019 fleet will be chasing line honours and the overall Tattersall Cup win in the 628nm Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race which starts December 26, 2019. From Sydney Harbour, the fleet sails out into the Tasman Sea, down the south-east coast of mainland Australia, across Bass Strait (which divides the mainland from the island State of Tasmania), then down the east coast of Tasmania. At Tasman Island the fleet turns right into Storm Bay for the final sail up the Derwent River to the historic port city of Hobart.

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