IRC - Sydney-Hobart Race 2016 - Sydney AUS - Day 1

This morning at 2 hrs UTC, the start to the 72nd Sydney Hobart Race was given on Sydney Harbour. 88 teams participate, and the weather forecast promises a fast, perhaps even record race. One day 18 hours would be the time to beat. A 10 kn north-easterly breeze should allow a fast downwind race directly to Hobart. A video replay of the start has already been posted. The fleet is now sailing down South along the Australian coast with the favorite Super-Maxis in the lead. 'Perpetual Loyal' and 'Wild Oats XI' are sailing closely together at speeds around 25 kn.
The race tracker and the news from the start.