First video of 2009 Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race Line Honours Winner Alfa Romeo

[bobthepeaceful]

The 1998 Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race was marred by tragedy when, during an exceptionally strong storm (which had similar strength winds to a lower-category hurricane), five boats sank and six people died. Of the 115 boats that started, only 44 made it to Hobart. As a result, the crew eligibility rules were tightened, requiring a higher minimum age and experience......

[bobthepeaceful]

Alfa Romeo was never headed after leading the 100-strong fleet out of Sydney Heads on Boxing Day, Alfa arrived in Hobart at 10.02pm (AEDT), completing the slow 630 nautical mile voyage (1,170km) in two days, nine hours, two minutes and ten seconds.

The Kiwi Maxi took line honours in the 65th annual Sydney to Hobart race on Monday, her first in the event, for her 146th consecutive ocean classic victory.

[jamiestrikesout]

It would take a hell of an effort to win a yacht race like that