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One wild ocean race

It may be just a 630 mile dash down the east coast of Australia, but when it comes to complications, this event ranks up there with the worst in the world

Updates 2001

December 30: Close finish as winds fade in Storm Bay ... only to return with a punch for middle fleet

December 28: Slow and smoky start belies wild weather further south

Waterspout creates havoc for leading yachts

December 20 Early forecast calls for a mix of light airs and headwinds

Background

Sydney severe weather forecaster and experienced navigator Kenn Batt takes us on a tour of the highest profile race in Australian yachting.

 


History: The race of 2000

Stalled weather system directs southerly stream of air at line-honours contenders. From Montegue Island to Tasman Island, gale force winds were on the nose, and damage to yachts was great.


 

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