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The Great Race South starts here

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Six hundred and twenty-eight nautical miles of open ocean, variable weather, and some of the most competitive offshore racing in the world.

The 2026 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race starts on Sydney Harbour on 26 December and your campaign begins the moment you enter. Find everything you need to get your yacht and crew on the start line in the Competitor Hub.

Important Dates

23 October
1700hrs
Documentation Entries Close & Initial Documentation
Coming Soon
25 November
1700hrs
Documentation Final Documentation Deadline
25 November
1700hrs
Fees Entry Fee Payment
11 December
1900hrs
Ratings IRC Certificate Deadline
22 December
Opens 15 Dec
Communications Satphone Text to Race Control
Later
More info to follow
24 December
0900 / 1100hrs
Briefing Race Briefing
Later
More info to follow
26 December
0800hrs
Briefing Weather Briefing
Later
More info to follow

Useful Links

Enter the Race Yacht Service Directory How to Enter Kit

Questions? Contact the CYCA Sailing Office at sailingoffice@cyca.com.au .