Conditions not as treacherous as 2024 when two sailors died LawConnect skipper downplays chances of third straight win The skipper of the Sydney to Hobart’s reigning overall winner is warning the fleet to brace for retirements and injuries on the first night of racing. Friday’s final weather briefing confirmed the fleet of 129 boats will face a strong southerly going down the New South Wales coast that will persist overnight on Boxing Day. Continue reading...