Finished 3rd overall and 1st in division last year, after going to the rescue of a couple of yachts. This is a persistent owner and yacht. Bill Ratcliff is celebrating his 31st race south, whilst his yacht is 22 years old. Top results include 1st in division in the '92 Hobart, 3rd in division in '93, 3rd again in '85 and 3rd in the Illingworth Trophy which he then one in '87. Ratcliff's son Luke will join him this year.