Sails Are Hoist For Sydney Classic

The video discusses a fleet of 27 boats, each with unique emblems, highlighting the Yendis as the winner, identifiable by its anchor. Despite being only 18 feet long, some boats have masts over 52 feet high. The video emphasizes the excitement and skill involved in yacht racing, noting the large sail area and the risk of capsizing. The Yendis is celebrated as the 1932 winner.

Which boat won the race this year and can be identified by an anchor emblem?

• Zephyr

• Nautilus

• Aquila

• Yendis

What is the approximate height of the tallest masts on these boats?

• 30 feet

• 18 feet

• 70 feet

• 52 feet

How long are the booms on some of these boats?

• 52 feet

• 70 feet

• 30 feet

• 18 feet

What is the total sail area carried by these boats?

• 2,500 square feet

• 2,000 square feet

• 1,500 square feet

• 1,000 square feet

What is a potential consequence of a slight error in judgment while handling these boats?

• Rudder damage

• Sail tear

• Capsize

• Loss of speed