To Race Committee
Please be advised that Gold Coast Australia has passed the eastern ocean sprint gate at 08:53:55z in position 40 25.8N 136 00.0W thereby completing the ocean sprint in 25h 53min 42sec
I am very proud of my team and their efforts. This is a fantastic run by Gold Coast Australia, averaging over 11kts for the entire duration of the sprint. I believe that this time will be hard to beat and wish other yachts fair winds and the best of luck for the sprint.
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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