Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race Start Time
The Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race is an annual 628-nautical-mile (1,163-kilometer) yacht race held on the waters of the Tasman Sea from Sydney Harbour to Constitution Dock in Hobart, Tasmania. It is one of the most prestigious and challenging yacht races in the world.
The start time of the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race has been a contentious issue in recent years. In 2022, the race was originally scheduled to start on Boxing Day (December 26), but was postponed due to strong winds and large waves. The race eventually started on December 27 at 1:00 pm AEDT.
The postponement of the race led to calls for the start time to be changed to a later date, such as January 2 or 3. Proponents of a later start time argue that it would give the yachts more time to prepare for the race and would reduce the risk of accidents. However, opponents of a later start time argue that it would interfere with the race’s traditional Boxing Day start and would make it more difficult for spectators to watch the race.
The Cruising Yacht Club of Australia (CYCA), which organizes the race, has not yet announced whether it will change the start time of the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race. However, it is likely that the issue will be discussed at the CYCA’s annual general meeting in March 2023.
Here are some of the pros and cons of a later start time for the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race:
Pros:
- Gives the yachts more time to prepare for the race.
- Reduces the risk of accidents.
- Allows more spectators to watch the race.
Cons:
- Interferes with the race’s traditional Boxing Day start.
- Makes it more difficult for yachts to complete the race within the time limit.
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