RSHYR 2025 - a selection of racing images RSHYR 2025 - a selection of racing images A selection of official images from the 2025 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race A selection of official images from the 2025 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race by John Curnow, Sail-World.com AUS Editor Posted 27 Dec 18:01 AEDT RSHYR 2025 | Pics of the Maxis by Bow Caddy Media RSHYR 2025 | Pics of the Maxis by Bow Caddy Media Glory be a maxi taking it square on. So herewith is a selection of absolute glory... After the boats exited the Heads and began the real slog towards yet more waves, Bow Caddy were in the air to capture these images of the maxis in all their glory. by Bow Caddy Media Posted 27 Dec 17:43 AEDT Sydney Hobart – Surprised it took this long Sydney Hobart – Surprised it took this long Since the start, things have been good from a damage POV, anyway. Not so flash on the rail. however So, at what is basically 24 hours since the gun went off for the start of the 2025 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, things have been good, from a damage point of view, anyway. by John Curnow, Sail-World.com AUS Editor Posted 27 Dec 13:32 AEDT Sydney Hobart – The rise of the plateau Sydney Hobart – The rise of the plateau There is but 1.5nm separating the race leaders as Wild Thing 100 becomes the latest to retire Here we are, about 15 hours into it all, and there is but 1.5nm separating race leader, Master Lock Comanche from LawConnect, with SHK Scallywag about another 1.5nm further adrift. Note that Lucky is right there too, and Callisto is in 12th place by John Curnow, Sail-World.com AUS Editor Posted 27 Dec 04:07 AEDT The Jackal sets the pace in 53rd M2H Yacht Race The Jackal sets the pace in 53rd M2H Yacht Race 2025 M2H Yacht Race fleet lining up under azure skies on crystal clear waters The summer sailing gods were certainly smiling over Portsea Pier today with the 2025 Melbourne to Hobart Yacht Race fleet lining up under azure skies on crystal clear waters for the start of the race down the West Coast of Tasmania to Hobart. by Ocean Racing Club of Victoria Posted 27 Dec 17:57 AEDT Rolex Sydney Hobart Race: 24hrs Update Rolex Sydney Hobart Race: 24hrs Update It has been one day since the epic start of the 80th Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race It has been one day since the epic start of the 80th Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, and the front of the fleet has entered Bass Strait and expect to face an increase in southerly winds and swell. by Greta Quealy/RSHYR media Posted 27 Dec 16:09 AEDT Rolex Sydney Hobart: Comanche's big test looms Rolex Sydney Hobart: Comanche's big test looms Comanche's big test is expected around dawn Sunday as the breeze drops to 4kts on the race leaders. The 100ft supermaxi, MasterLock Comanche, leads the fleet however their test is yet to come around dawn on Sunday, as her crew negotiate a predicted drop in the breeze to around 4kts for a time. by Richard Gladwell Posted 27 Dec 15:10 AEDT Battle continues at the front - Wild Thing 100 out Battle continues at the front - Wild Thing 100 out Master Lock Comanche continues to lead the 2025 Rolex Sydney Hobart this morning Master Lock Comanche continues to lead the 2025 Rolex Sydney Hobart this morning, but there is still little in it - just 14 nautical miles separates the top six, LawConnect just 3nm astern of the leader. by Di Pearson/RSHYR media Posted 27 Dec 08:28 AEDT Rolex Sydney Hobart: Six retire after first night Rolex Sydney Hobart: Six retire after first night Seas of about 4metres are forecast for a position east of Eden on the SE corner of the NSW coast. Six yachts have retired as of 0600hrs AEDT as fresh southerlies are forecast to continue into Saturday in the 80th Rolex Sydney Hobart Race. Includes video of the Saturday morning - Day 2 video. by Richard Gladwell Posted 27 Dec 06:49 AEDT We want you on the podium in 2026 We want you on the podium in 2026 Here's 10% off and a free hat! For dinghy sailors, the most transformative performance tool is the smartlink² Atto. The world's smallest load sensor for sailing, it easily installs in any performance-critical line, like the vang, cunningham, outhaul and more by Cyclops Marine Posted 26 Dec 23:00 AEDT Sailing stampede in Cock of the Bay Yacht Race Sailing stampede in Cock of the Bay Yacht Race 74 yachts and close to 500 sailors raced on the waters of Port Phillip As the Aussies and the Brits endured the highs and lows of test match cricket on the hallowed pitch of the MCG, a veritable stampede of determined yachties fought for space under formidable skies on the start line of the 2025 Cock of the Bay Yacht Race. by Ocean Racing Club of Victoria Posted 26 Dec 20:13 AEDT Rolex Sydney Hobart: Surprised early leader Rolex Sydney Hobart: Surprised early leader LawConnect clung to a narrow lead in the early miles as the fleet hit strong southerlies Out on a fast and unsettled Tasman Sea, Christian Beck sounded both surprised and quietly satisfied as his 100-footer LawConnect clung to a narrow early advantage in the opening hours of the 2025 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race. by Steve Dettre / RSHYR media Posted 26 Dec 19:03 AEDT Rolex Sydney Hobart underway Rolex Sydney Hobart underway LawConnect took an early lead out of Sydney Heads Defending Line Honours champion LawConnect might have taken an early lead out of Sydney Heads but its archrival Master Lock Comanche lead the fleet as the 2025 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race heads down the New South Wales coast. by Steve Dettre / RSHYR media Posted 26 Dec 16:24 AEDT Sydney Hobart – I should be so… Sydney Hobart – I should be so… Lucky. It was ominous. Why so incredible? Well, it was only for around five minutes, but the signs.. Lucky. It was ominous. Why so incredible? Well, it was only for around five minutes, but they deployed their new North Sails A2 just about as quickly as LawConnect, who definitely won those bragging rights BTW, as well as first out the Heads. by John Curnow, Sail-World.com AUS Editor Posted 26 Dec 14:35 AEDT RSHYR 2025 | More Race Day Updates by BCM RSHYR 2025 | More Race Day Updates by BCM More action quayside ahead of the 2025 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race Race Day - December 26 2025 - the 80th Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race and Bow Caddy Media bring us more action quayside. by Bow Caddy Media Posted 26 Dec 11:06 AEDT Sydney Hobart – Death Valley or Plateau of Pain Sydney Hobart – Death Valley or Plateau of Pain It could be Death Valley that gets you. If it doesn't, then perhaps it will be the Plateau of Pain It could be Death Valley that gets you. If it doesn't, then perhaps it will be the Plateau of Pain caused by the large and slow High that is sitting over Tasmania. This particular Editorial stems on from Ocean Graders' Delight by John Curnow, Sail-World.com AUS Editor Posted 26 Dec 10:56 AEDT Rolex Sydney Hobart: Tough decisions for Day 1 Rolex Sydney Hobart: Tough decisions for Day 1 Fresh southerlies are expected in the opening stanzas asking some tough questions of navigators With fresh southerlies forecast for the start and first day, to the surprise of no-one, the race record is not under threat. by Richard Gladwell Posted 26 Dec 10:30 AEDT RSHYR 2025 | Race Day Updates by Bow Caddy Media RSHYR 2025 | Race Day Updates by Bow Caddy Media 80th Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race and Bow Caddy Media bring us the race day action Race Day - December 26 2025 - the 80th Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race and Bow Caddy Media bring us the action. by Bow Caddy Media Posted 26 Dec 09:48 AEDT Rolex Sydney Hobart: Battle of the Supermaxis Rolex Sydney Hobart: Battle of the Supermaxis It was all banter and smiles as the leading supermaxi skippers spoke at a media briefing The banter was sharp, the smiles genuine, and the respect unmistakable as the leading maxi skippers gathered for the Compulsory Race Briefing ahead of the 2025 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race. by Steve Dettre/RSHYR media Posted 25 Dec 22:25 AEDT Ocean Graders' Delight in the Sydney Hobart Ocean Graders' Delight in the Sydney Hobart What's in a gradient, and what's that got to do with the Sydney to Hobart race? What's in a gradient, and what's that got to do with the Sydney to Hobart race? Consider a path up to a picnic spot with a grand view – think gentle slope. One that makes you crane your neck back as your eyes go skyward – think goat track. by John Curnow, Sail-World.com AUS Editor Posted 25 Dec 17:03 AEDT Merry Christmas and Thank You! Merry Christmas and Thank You! A time to celebrate sailing I'd like to start by wishing you all a Happy Christmas, and hope that however you are celebrating, you are having fun with friends and family. by Mark Jardine Posted 25 Dec 12:00 AEDT Countdown to Boxing Day Countdown to Boxing Day North Sails Rolex Sydney Hobart 2025 Preview Anticipation is building for the 80th edition of the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, a milestone moment for one of the world's most storied offshore challenges. by North Sails Posted 25 Dec 05:00 AEDT The Famous Project CIC Jules Verne Trophy Day 24 The Famous Project CIC Jules Verne Trophy Day 24 A cape, gifts, and a fishing net for Christmas At the time when Australians open their Christmas presents, due to the time difference, the sailors of the all-female The Famous Project CIC crossed the longitude of Cape Leeuwin at the southwestern tip of the Australian continent at 1:19 p.m. by Agence TB Press Posted 25 Dec 03:26 AEDT 49er and 49erFX Rookie Teams of the Year 2025 49er and 49erFX Rookie Teams of the Year 2025 A new generation steps up Each season brings fresh faces into the fleet, but only a few manage to make an immediate impact. In 2025, several new teams stepped into the senior 49er class with confidence beyond their years — earning recognition as the Rookie Teams of the Year. by Alexia Lahoud Posted 24 Dec 23:04 AEDT World Sailing releases Marine Megafauna guidelines World Sailing releases Marine Megafauna guidelines Developed to help the sailing community better manage the risks World Sailing, the global governing body of the sport of sailing, and the Marine Mammal Advisory Group (MMAG) have announced the release of the landmark Marine Megafauna in Sailing guidelines. by World Sailing Posted 24 Dec 21:39 AEDT SB20 Class 2025 review - a year of global momentum SB20 Class 2025 review - a year of global momentum The epic SB20 Worlds in Singapore set the tone for the year The 2025 season has been a defining year for the SB20 Class, marked by fleet growth, expanding international event participation and welcoming new champions to the world stage. by Anna Zyk / SB20 Class Posted 24 Dec 18:15 AEDT Rolex Sydney Hobart set for demanding first night Rolex Sydney Hobart set for demanding first night Strong southerlies and big ocean swell are shaping as the defining features Strong southerlies and big ocean swell are shaping as the defining features of the opening stages of the 2025 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, equating to a demanding first night at sea. by RSHYR Media Posted 24 Dec 16:35 AEDT The Gear LawConnect and Comanche Trust Offshore The Gear LawConnect and Comanche Trust Offshore Offshore yacht racing demands absolute confidence in equipment Offshore yacht racing demands absolute confidence in equipment. With long hours on deck, crews face constant exposure, changing conditions and sustained physical pressure. Every layer of gear must perform seamlessly, without compromise. by Zhik Posted 24 Dec 15:00 AEDT Win the ultimate smart sailing and data technology Win the ultimate smart sailing and data technology Your chance to win an elite weather forecasting and data gathering/handling system In celebration of 15 years of PredictWind, Sail-World is teaming up with a leading marine weather forecaster to give one winner the ultimate prize: a 12-month PredictWind Professional subscription and DataHub®, the ultimate GPS tracker and smart device. by Casey Hodges/Predictwind Posted 24 Dec 14:43 AEDT SailGP: 13 teams and 13 events for 2026 SailGP: 13 teams and 13 events for 2026 Russell Coutts, CEO of SailGP, reflects on Season 5 and what's ahead for Season 6 Russell Coutts, CEO of SailGP, reflects on Season 5 and what's ahead for Season 6: "As we close the book on our fifth season, I want to start with two numbers that still make me smile every time I say them out loud." by SailGP Posted 24 Dec 12:44 AEDT RS Fest 2026 Heads West RS Fest 2026 Heads West Richmond Yacht Club to host North America's Multi-Class RS Regatta RS Sailing is delighted to announce its flagship North American multi-class regatta, RS Fest 2026, is heading west to the iconic waters of San Francisco Bay! by RS Sailing Posted 24 Dec 06:02 AEDT 2026 Fireball Worlds - You can now enter! 2026 Fireball Worlds - You can now enter! Entries made up to 30th April 2026 are eligible for the Early Bird entry fee The Notice of Race has been published on the Official Notice Board of the event website and entries are now being accepted. Entries made up to 30th April 2026 are eligible for the Early Bird entry fee. by UK Fireball Association Posted 23 Dec 22:12 AEDT Charlie Dalin wins 2025 Magnus Olsson Prize Charlie Dalin wins 2025 Magnus Olsson Prize In recognition of his extraordinary impact on the sport of sailing The Magnus Olsson Foundation has named French offshore sailing sensation Charlie Dalin as the recipient of the 2025 Magnus "Mange" Olsson Prize, in recognition of his extraordinary impact on the sport of sailing. by The Ocean Race Posted 23 Dec 21:36 AEDT America's Cup: Oakely Capital backs Brits America's Cup: Oakely Capital backs Brits Athena Racing today has secured a majority ownership investment from Oakley Capital. Athena Racing today announced a landmark new chapter in its ambition to win the America's Cup for Britain, securing a majority ownership investment from Oakley Capital. by Athena Racing Posted 23 Dec 18:52 AEDT Parade of Sail to set 80th Sydney Hobart scene Parade of Sail to set 80th Sydney Hobart scene In recognition of the founding fathers of the Sydney Hobart Yacht Race In recognition of the founding fathers of the Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, a Parade of Sail will precede the start of the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia's 80th edition of the race on Boxing Day. by RSHYR Media Posted 23 Dec 17:04 AEDT Turning a top Volvo 70 into a 'Ratings Bandit' Turning a top Volvo 70 into a 'Ratings Bandit' A look at how a turbo-charged Volvo 70 can achieve significant rating gains Since yachts first raced, getting a favorable rating for your race-boat has been an indulgence, verging on obsession, for many owners, designers, and crew. Here Philippe Oulhen of the Juan K Design office explains how they do it on a Volvo 70. by Richard Gladwell Posted 23 Dec 10:31 AEDT From racing to cruising: One shared journey From racing to cruising: One shared journey As Palm Beach XI's next chapter takes shape, the journey toward Hobart becomes more than a race As Palm Beach XI's next chapter takes shape, the journey toward Hobart becomes more than a race—it becomes a powerful expression of who we are. by Palm Beach Motor Yachts Posted 22 Dec 23:08 AEDT Entry process now open for 6th AEGEAN 600 Entry process now open for 6th AEGEAN 600 This race is unique and keeps attracting both new and returning entries from all over the world Organizers at the Hellenic Offshore Racing Club (HORC) are pleased to announce that the entry process is now open for the sixth edition of the annual AEGEAN 600, held at Olympic Marine in Lavrion, Greece. by Hellenic Offshore Racing Club Posted 22 Dec 22:11 AEDT World Sailing invites bids to host LA28 Qualifiers World Sailing invites bids to host LA28 Qualifiers And future Youth and Women's Match Racing Worlds World Sailing, the world governing body for the sport, is delighted to announce the bidding processes for Continental Olympic Qualifiers for the LA28 Olympic Games and the Last Chance Regatta, the final opportunity to qualify for the Games. by World Sailing Posted 22 Dec 21:18 AEDT World Sailing welcomes America's Cup Partnership World Sailing welcomes America's Cup Partnership Applauding the founding teams and supporting the collective commitment World Sailing, the international governing body for the sport of sailing, welcomes and is fully supportive of today's announcement of the formation of the America's Cup Partnership (ACP). by World Sailing Posted 22 Dec 20:34 AEDT America's Cup: Five teams announce entry America's Cup: Five teams announce entry Five teams from New Zealand, Great Britain, France, Switzerland and Italy have announced their entry Five teams from New Zealand, Great Britain, France, Switzerland and Italy have announced they have entered the 38th America's Cup. The five teams will become the Founding Partners of the America's Cup Partnership. by America's Cup Media Posted 22 Dec 19:16 AEDT World's best ILCA sailors ready to race in Hobart World's best ILCA sailors ready to race in Hobart In the 2026 Oceania and Australian ILCA Open and Youth Championships A massive fleet of ILCA dinghy sailors will assemble in Hobart in just over a week's time to contest the 2026 Oceania and Australian ILCA Open and Youth Championships. by Jane Austin / RYCT Posted 22 Dec 17:01 AEDT True South World Premiere on January 11 True South World Premiere on January 11 Get set for the premiere of an amazing Hobart tale at Mrs Macquarie's Chair on January 11 Ahead of its national cinema release in 2026, Heckler and Match Point have announced that the landmark Australian documentary True South will have its World Premiere at Sydney's prestigious Westpac OpenAir Cinema on 11 January 2026. by Jillian Heggie Posted 22 Dec 15:12 AEDT PredictWind GPS Tracking Model makes debut PredictWind GPS Tracking Model makes debut GPS Tracker page is free for all users, connecting to a DataHub unlocks next-level precision New GPS Tracking page blends live vessel tracking, rich journey storytelling, and advanced offshore reliability all-in-one seamless platform. by Casey Hodges Posted 22 Dec 12:00 AEDT New and improved Swiss Army Knife New and improved Swiss Army Knife Racing it won't be easy. Enjoying Palm Beach XI should be a Hallelujah Moment! Racing it won't be easy. Owing to the complexities of angles, horsepower, one daggerboard down, the other daggerboard up, C-Foils extended, C-Foils retracted, Leeward Elevator down, Windward Elevator up, and the list would just extend from there… by John Curnow, Sail-World.com AUS Editor Posted 22 Dec 09:23 AEDT Merry Christmas from all at A+T Merry Christmas from all at A+T Gift yourself a Watch App that works with A+T Instruments! Any Android (Wear OS) or Apple watch, phone or tablet can display all the A+T processor data including rig data and special channels. by A+T Instruments Posted 21 Dec 23:00 AEDT 18ft Skiff NSW Championship Races 7 and 8 18ft Skiff NSW Championship Races 7 and 8 The Yandoo team continue to show their class in all conditions The Yandoo team of Tom Needham, Fang Warren and Lewis Brake continued to show their class in all conditions when they won the 2025-26 NSW 18ft skiff Championship after another incredibly crazy weather day on Sydney Harbour today. by Frank Quealey Posted 21 Dec 22:29 AEDT The Ocean Race Atlantic Impact Partner announced The Ocean Race Atlantic Impact Partner announced 11th Hour Racing driving sustainability, science, ocean literacy and gender equity This partnership builds on The Ocean Race and 11th Hour Racing's longstanding relationship to collaborate on initiatives that advance ocean science and literacy, sustainable event excellence, and equity and inclusion in offshore sailing. by The Ocean Race Posted 21 Dec 22:23 AEDT