Departing from Hong Kong on October 15, approximately 150 sailors steered 12 boats to conquer a line-up of challenges such as rough seas, strong winds and complications during typhoon season.
The Australian ‘Ragamuffin’ 100 won the tournament after 40 hours of sailing to Nha Trang Bay, breaking its own 42-hour record set two years ago.
Meanwhile, the ‘Black Baza’ was awarded first prize in the small boat category and ‘Alive’ received first prize for the large boat category.
Officially launched in 2004, the biennial tournament is organised by the Hong Kong Royal Yacht Club, the VinaCapital Vietnam Opportunity Fund., Ltd and the Saigon Marina Co., Ltd.
The event aims to showcase coastal tourist destinations, such as Nha Trang. It also aims to encourage yacht racing and friendship between countries in the region.
