ANOTHER WIN FOR GOLD COAST AUSTRALIA – YELLOW PENNANT NO 6

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This afternoon at approximately 1600 (0800 UTC) the decision was made by the race committee not to re-start race 7 of the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race

As a result Gold Coast Australia has officially won Race 7 of the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race by 1 hour and 19 minutes picking up our 6th Yellow Pennant.

GCA will continue the remaining passage of 600nm to Singapore via Batam under axillary engine.

I would like to thank the other yachts in the race, particularly Derry (2nd) and Geraldton Australia (3rd) who sailed extremely well and made the race very close and exciting.

I would also like to thank all our family, friends and supporters for their support. The race from Gold Coast to the Celebs sea was certainly one of the most mentally challenging and frustrating races to date and the words of encouragement from so many people provided the inspiration required to stick to the game plan and win!

Richard Hewson
Gold Coast Australia

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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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