Crew members have been advised to ensure they can be reached by NSW Health if they should be identified as a COVID-19 close contact.
LawConnect looms as the boat to chase in the battle for Sydney to Hobart race line honours, with expected strong southerlies on the first night potentially giving it an edge over the other two supermaxis.
The Bureau of Meteorology forecast winds of around 15 to 20 knots come start time on Boxing Day afternoon, with the possibility of some thunderstorm activity offshore.South to south-easterly winds of 15 to 25 knots possibly getting up to 30, are forecast for later on Sunday, with the potential for strong wind warnings.
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