Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race 2021 – The ‘Great Race South’ is underway

The Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race has formed a significant part of Rolex’s 60-year involvement in yachting since 2002. The 76th edition of the 628 nautical mile offshore challenge set off today. Some 88 crews headed out of Sydney Harbour under a sunlit sky and into fresh 15 – 20 knot southerly breeze. As always, the traditional 26 December start offered the crowds gathered on the land and water a magnificent spectacle as the fleet poured out of the Heads into the open sea. This year’s wind and sea conditions are expected to provide a tough test over the first few days. Discover more Rolex has always associated with activities driven by passion, excellence, precision and team spirit. The Swiss watchmaker naturally gravitated towards the elite world of yachting six decades ago and the brand’s enduring partnership now encompasses the most prestigious clubs, races and regattas, as well as towering figures in the sport, including ground-breaking round-the-world yachtsman Sir Fr