Anybody who has been watching the race on the tracker would have noticed that at the 1200 sked we were placed in 9th position. This is due to the position of the waypoints used by the race officials so it is not surprising that now we are through the scoring gate we have a 30nm lead on the other boats. Here is what the daily report had to say:
“Gold Coast Australia has reported crossing the Scoring Gate at 1121 UTC and is in line for three bonus points as the first team to reach it, while the second team to report their crossing is Geraldton Western Australia at 1440.44 UTC, who are set to claim two bonus points.”
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Published by Richard Hewson
Richard Hewson is a Tasmania-based ships captain, marine surveyor, and experienced sailor with a lifelong connection to the sea. With experience in project management and vessel commissioning, he has operated and raced a wide range of vessels—from dinghies and Maxi yachts to tankers, icebreakers and research vessels.
Richard has competed in major offshore events including the Sydney to Hobart, Fastnet, Middle Sea, and Transatlantic races including the Mini Transat. In 2012, he skippered the winning yacht in the Clipper Round the World Race. He has sailed to every continent and explored all corners of the world from Antarctica to south pacific atols and recently completed a three-year family voyage from the Netherlands to Tasmania.
Richard holds a Master Class 1 (unrestricted), RYA Yachtmaster Ocean, Engineering (1200kw) and commercial diving certifications, and is an AMSA-accredited marine surveyor. He is also affiliated with the Australasian Institutes of Marine Surveyors and is passionate about all things that float.
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