SYDNEY - HOBART YACHT RACE - SOUND

The transcript describes the Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, highlighting the performance of the French schooner Penn Dewick III, which led the fleet but lost time honours to the New Zealand sloop Fidelis. Despite a strong start and leading position, Penn Dewick was unable to secure both line and handicap honours due to a drop in wind speed. The race concluded with another triumph for New Zealand yachting.

Which yacht was leading the Sydney Hobart Yacht Race near the end?

• Eric Tabali

• Rainbow Two

• Penn Dewick III

• Fidelis

How long did it take for Penn Dewick to cross the finish line at Hobart?

• Three days and four hours

• Four days and four hours

• Five days and four hours

• Four days and five hours

Who was the skipper of Penn Dewick III?

• Eric Tabali

• John Smith

• Michael Johnson

• David Brown

What was the main reason Penn Dewick lost out on time honours?

• A collision with another yacht

• A drop in wind speed

• A navigational error

• A broken sail

Which yacht took the time honours in the race?

• Eric Tabali

• Rainbow Two

• Penn Dewick III

• Fidelis