The fleet is getting ready on Sydney Harbour for the 77th edition of the Sydney to Hobart yacht race. Can Andoo Comanche break the record it set in 2017? Follow all the lead-up and the race action in our live blog.
By Andrew McGarrySince 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.some tips for getting the best out of it.
They talk about the favourites for line honours and overall honours, the lack of prizemoney, how to follow the boats once the race gets underway and more. The race start will be covered on TV by 7Mate and for streaming on 7Plus. Coverage will start at 12:30pm AEDT.
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