Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race 2019 – 30 December – An Enduring Quest for Excellence

By winning the 75th edition of the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race and lifting the Tattersall Cup for a second time in three years, Matt Allen and the crew of Ichi Ban, overall winners of the 2019 race, have joined an elite group which consists of those whose dedication and passion are as enduring as this great race itself. The Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race is one of the world’s legendary contests. With its second victory, the Ichi Ban crew has comprehensively affirmed that preparedness, determination, endurance and skill are vital characteristics required to succeed in the discipline of offshore racing. Discover more https://on.rolex.com/3iBuCrd Rolex has always associated with activities driven by passion, excellence, precision and team spirit. The Swiss watchmaker naturally gravitated towards the elite world of yachting six decades ago and the brand’s enduring partnership now encompasses the most prestigious clubs, races and regattas, as well as towering figures in the sport, including ground-breaking round-the-world yachtsman Sir Francis Chichester and the most successful Olympic sailor of all time, Sir Ben Ainslie. Today, Rolex is Title Sponsor of 15 major international events – from leading offshore races such as the annual Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race and the biennial Rolex Fastnet Race, to grand prix competition at the Rolex TP52 World Championship and spectacular gatherings at the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup and the Rolex Swan Cup. It also supports the exciting SailGP gl