ROLEX YACHT RACES
The Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race is one of the world’s most iconic and demanding offshore races. Held annually, the 628-nautical-mile course starts in Sydney Harbour and crosses the Tasman Sea and Bass Strait before finishing in Hobart, Tasmania. The race is known for its unpredictable weather, tactical challenges, and fierce competition across amateur and professional crews.
The 2025 edition will start on Friday, 26 December, maintaining the classic Boxing Day tradition that draws thousands of spectators and global media attention.
The 2025 edition will start on Friday, 26 December, maintaining the classic Boxing Day tradition that draws thousands of spectators and global media attention.
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Porco Rosso: Midnight MOB in the 2024 Rolex Sydney to Hobart
During the 2024 Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race, Porco Rosso—a well-campaigned offshore yacht with a winning pedigree—faced a night-time man overboard (MOB) incident that pushed crew training, gear ...
Porco Rosso: Midnight MOB in the 2024 Rolex Sydney to Hobart
During the 2024 Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race, Porco Rosso—a well-campaigned offshore yacht with a winning pedigree—faced a night-time man overboard (MOB) incident that pushed crew training, gear ...
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The night that changed everything: Bowline and the 2024 Sydney to Hobart tragedy
The Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race has always carried a reputation: fierce, fast, and unforgiving.
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The night that changed everything: Flying Fish Arctos and the 2024 Sydney to Hobart tragedy
The Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race has long been a proving ground for offshore sailors — 628 nautical miles of fickle wind, sudden fronts, and brutal sou...
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Toughest night in years: The 2024 Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race’s devastating first 24 hours
What began as another glittering Boxing Day start from Sydney Harbour soon turned into one of the most dramatic and tragic opening nights in the histo...
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CYCA releases independent safety review after tragic 2024 Sydney Hobart
The Cruising Yacht Club of Australia (CYCA) has released the findings of an independent review into the three serious incidents that marred the 2024 R...
Entries open for the 80th Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race
Registrations are now open for the 80th Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race held on Boxing Day 2025
Rough seas, hard lessons: The safety debate after the 2024 Sydney to Hobart tragedy
Were the Rolex Sydney to Hobart race’s safety protocols and the balance between adventure and responsibility in competitive sailing enough?
Forever etched in our memories: Looking back at the 2024 Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race
Looking back at the 2024 Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race.
Five days later Salt Lines crosses the finish line in Hobart, concluding the 2024 Rolex Sydney to Ho...
The 2024 Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race concluded today with the final yacht crossing the finish line in Hobart. The race, known for its difficult,...
Celestial V70 claims Tattersall Cup in the 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race
The 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race delivered another thrilling chapter in its storied history, culminating in the overall IRC win for Celestial V...
Women-led yachts finish in top 10 in the 2024 Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race
This year will mark 79 years since the first females joined in the 628-nautical-mile Sydney Hobart Yacht Race!
New Zealand’s Caro claims sixth in Line Honours at Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race
Representing the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron, the sleek and formidable Caro has once again proven her prowess in offshore racing, crossing the fi...
Beyond the Rolex Sydney to Hobart: Two unique races to Hobart
Every year, fleets from the Melbourne to Hobart Westcoaster Yacht Race and the Launceston to Hobart Yacht Race converge with the fleet from the Rolex ...
The Tattersall Cup winner remains undecided
The Tattersall Cup, awarded to the overall winner of the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, is one of the most prestigious and historic trophies in ocean...
Celestial V70 reaches the Iron Pot, Wild Thing 100 not far behind Updated now finished
As today's (28 December) dawn broke over Hobart Harbour, the Volvo 70 Celestial V70, helmed by Sam Haynes of New South Wales, crossed the line with a ...
A quick look at the remaining contenders in the 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart Race
The 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race has proven to be one of the most testing and emotional in its storied 79-year history.
LawConnect triumphs in the 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race
n an unforgettable display of resilience and sailing prowess, Christian Beck’s LawConnect claimed Line Honours in the 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht R...
Should the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race have gone ahead given the weather forecast?
The Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race has long been synonymous with both thrilling competition and formidable challenges. Known for its treacherous conditio...
Names and details of the two who tragically died in the Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race
The 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race has been marred by tragedy, with two sailors losing their lives in separate incidents overnight. Both accident...
Triumph, tragedy, and high-stakes drama shape the 2024 Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race:
The 2024 Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race has erupted into a relentless battle of skill and endurance, delivering both harrowing losses and awe-inspi...
Maritimo’s dual entry adds glamour and legacy to the 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart
As the 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race (RSHYR) approaches, Australian luxury yacht brand Maritimo is making waves with two standout entries: the l...
2 separate deaths in Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race
There have been, tragically, two separate deaths overnight in the 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, involving the vessels Flying Fish Arctos (NSW) ...
Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race: Overnight drama and shock withdrawals as conditions test crews an...
The overnight period of the 79th Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race has delivered a gritty spectacle of resilience, endurance, and heartbreak as compet...
Fleet battles strong winds in opening hours of Rolex Sydney Hobart
As the 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race enters its first night, fast downwind conditions are setting the pace for an exhilarating start.
First 2 boats out of Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race
The 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race has begun with drama on the water, as two high-profile boats have already retired from the competition.
Sydney to Hobart 2024: Master Lock Comanche leads as LawConnect faces early setbacks
The 79th Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race is living up to its reputation as one of the most challenging offshore races in the world.
Sydney to Hobart 2024: A thrilling start to an iconic race
The 79th Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race is off to a thrilling start, with challenging winds and intense competition setting the stage for what prom...
Sydney to Hobart 2024: Final Weather Briefing Promises Thrilling Conditions
The final weather briefing for the 79th Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race, presented by CYCA Commodore Sam Haynes and Gabriel Woodhouse from the Burea...
The countdown to the 79th Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race
The Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, one of the world’s most renowned bluewater sailing events, begins tomorrow from Sydney Harbour.
A record number of female-only double-handed sailing crews at the 2024 Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht ...
The 2024 Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race marks another milestone for double-handed sailing, a format that challenges the skill, endurance, and teamw...
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Navigating the Bass Strait: Weather forecasts and optimal yacht designs for the 2024 Rolex Sydney to...
The Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race, commencing on Boxing Day, December 26, 2024, is a hallmark event in the sailing calendar, renowned for its chal...
Maritimo to compete with the most luxurious maxi yacht and the oldest yacht in the 2024 Rolex Sydney...
Maritimo, the renowned Australian-owned luxury motor yacht brand, is making a strong statement at the 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race with two exc...
Max Klink and Caro: New Zealand’s only chance of winning the Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race...
Max Klink, a name synonymous with high-performance offshore racing, is back in the spotlight with his latest yacht, Caro, as it competes in the 2024 S...
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The Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race: An iconic test of sailing prowess
Every year, on Boxing Day, the eyes of the sailing world turn to Sydney Harbour, where a fleet of ambitious sailors embarks on one of the most gruelin...
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Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race 2024: A Legendary Challenge Awaits
As the 79th edition of the Sydney Hobart approaches, the excitement is palpable. Whether you're a seasoned sailor, an offshore racing enthusiast, or s...
Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race
Incomparable and iconic, the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race has inspired sailors since 1945. It is a contest with a global reputation that transcends ...
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