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Il Duce goes to Number One

by John Curnow, Editor, Sail-World AUS 29 Dec 2019 17:58 EST
Ichi Ban's Navigator, Will Oxley, takes the celebratory plunge © Andrea Francolini

Andrea Francolini was there at Constitution Dock when Ichi Ban was presented with their deserved overall win for the 2019 Sydney Hobart race.

After the plunge comes the toast for Will Oxley. - photo © Andrea Francolini
After the plunge comes the toast for Will Oxley. - photo © Andrea Francolini

Let the Champagne flow - Overall Winner of the 2019 Sydney Hobart was Ichi Ban. - photo © Andrea Francolini
Let the Champagne flow - Overall Winner of the 2019 Sydney Hobart was Ichi Ban. - photo © Andrea Francolini

The Mumm Champagne always tastes better when you have won. - photo © Andrea Francolini
The Mumm Champagne always tastes better when you have won. - photo © Andrea Francolini

Twice in three years is a handy achievement. Ichi Ban has a tremendous crew with a treasure trove of knowledge and experience. - photo © Andrea Francolini
Twice in three years is a handy achievement. Ichi Ban has a tremendous crew with a treasure trove of knowledge and experience. - photo © Andrea Francolini
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