LawConnect Wins 2024 Sydney to Hobart Race in Year of Tragedy

Two sailors lost their lives and one was rescued after being swept overboard during the race's challenging first night.

• LawConnect secured back-to-back line honours in the Sydney to Hobart yacht race, finishing in 1 day, 13 hours, 35 minutes, and 13 seconds.
• The race was marred by the deaths of two sailors: Roy Quaden, 55, and Nick Smith, 65, in separate incidents involving a boom and a mainsheet during rough weather on the first night.
• A third sailor, Luke Watkins, was rescued after being swept overboard and spending 45 minutes in the ocean near Green Cape, New South Wales.
• Strong winds and challenging conditions led to 27 of the 104 competing yachts retiring due to damage, injuries, or safety concerns.
• The deaths are the first in the race since 1998, prompting investigations into the incidents and reaffirmation of safety protocols.

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