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An update from Sailing Master Tony Mutter on board LawConnect, a sample of the conditions, and all three in super close proximity.

The race leader MasterLock Comanche is making the best of the breeze, flying towards Tasman Island, the final major turning point in the Rolex Sydney Hobart

Sailors have enjoyed smooth sailing conditions across Bass Strait for their first night at sea in the 53rd Melbourne to Hobart ‘Westcoaster’ Yacht Race.

Now at just after 1110hrs AEDT on December 28, 2025, the leaders are just South of a place called Friendly Beaches. SHK Scallywag still leads, but now Master Lock Comanche is in second, with LawConnect in third.

Rolex Sydney Hobart Line Honours leader at 23:30 hrs UK time, Saturday 27 Dec is SHK Scallywag 100 with 122 nm to go to the finish

As predicted yesterday afternoon, by Sail-World, the supermaxi Master Lock Comanche has struggled in an area of light winds from an advancing cell of High pressure. The race is now led by SHK Scallywag.

Moving from third to first is SHK Scallywag as it plays out abeam St Marys.

We’re excited to bring you the latest updates, achievements, and upcoming events from our sailing community. This time of year is a time for reflection and summary, so let’s take a look at what we’ve accomplished together and what lies ahead.

Looking at it and seeing Comanche doing just two knots SOG. Problem? Or realisation?

Overall winners of the Brass Monkey at the Yorkshire Dales SC, at the Seldén Sailjuice Winter Series, were Jonny McGovern and Arran Holman in a Merlin Rocket