The Australia SailGP Team emerged victorious at the 2024 KPMG Australia Sail GP following an incredible weekend of racing on Sydney Harbour. Over two days of intense competition, the ten participating countries grappled with varying conditions, ranging from solid southerlies to more stable northerlies, offering spectators the fast and furious racing they were promised.

On the first day of racing, teams reconfigured their F50’s with smaller wings and lower aspect foils to contend with higher wind speeds. While this setup reduces drag and facilitates higher speeds, it also posed challenges for foiling maneuvers due to the decreased lift. In such demanding conditions, consistency emerged as the crucial factor, with teams like ROCKWOOL Denmark, Australia, and New Zealand exhibiting commendable performances.

As the event progressed into its second day, competitors experienced our home water in a different setting compared to the previous day. Lighter, more stable breeze and less choppy water. Boats were again reconfigured, featuring the largest available wings, jibs and foils to match the gentle racing environment, leading to another thrilling day of competition.

Despite the Australian’s sluggish start on the final day, the team rallied and secured their spot in the event finals alongside ROCKWOOL Denmark and team New Zealand. Demonstrating their mastery of the F50, the Australians surged ahead, overtaking the Danish team at the first top mark rounding and continued on to claim victory.

This triumph marks the first win for the Australians in Season 4. Moreover, it solidifies their position at the top of the overall leaderboard, extending their lead to 8 points over team New Zealand. With the next event set to unfold in Christchurch, New Zealand, followed by four more events, the race for the Season 4 SAILGP title remains fiercely contested.