The magnitude of this 70th edition is reflected in the size of the international fleet: the forecast 117 race entrants, comprising yachts from seven different countries, represents the most sizeable Rolex Sydney Hobart depart since 1994.
The race record to beat is one day, 18 hours, 23 minutes and 12 seconds set by Wild Oats XI in 2012; requiring the first boat to arrive in Hobart on Sunday 28 December before 07:23.12 local time.
The race start will be shown live on the official race website at www.rolexsydneyhobart.com
A Parade of Sail, welcoming historic competitors from the race’s proud history, takes place from 10:30-11:30 AEDT before the race start.
From Regatta News
