The Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race has formed a significant part of Rolex’s 60-year involvement in yachting since 2002. The 76th edition of the 628 nautical mile offshore challenge set off today. Some 88 crews headed out of Sydney Harbour under a sunlit sky and into fresh 15 – 20 knot southerly breeze. As always, the traditional 26 December start offered the crowds gathered on the land and water a magnificent spectacle as the fleet poured out of the Heads into the open sea. This year’s wind and sea conditions are expected to provide a tough test over the first few days.
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