Please select your home edition
Edition
Maritimo 2023 S-Series LEADERBOARD

New Zealand Millennium Cup: Sea Eagle wins on first day of her debut regatta

by Isla McKechnie 2 Feb 11:43 UTC
NZ Millennium Day 1 - Auckland - February 2, 2025 © Jeff Brown, Breed Media

The New Zealand Millennium Cup is underway and Sea Eagle has taken the win on Day 1 in the Auckland regatta.

The Orams Marine sponsored race day marked the opening of the regatta, which runs from 1-4 February, on the waters of Auckland’s Waitemata Harbour.

“With ten yachts competing, and regatta debuts out on the water, we can’t wait to see how the competition unfolds this year,” says organiser Stacey Cook.

It was a day of two races on Day 1 of the 2025 edition of the Cup, and a two-yacht race at the line. The big 81 metre Royal Huisman looked in control as she took the win on the first race of the day - her first ever regatta event - and then secured a second place as Kawil took the top spot in race two, with only two seconds between them on corrected time.

“It’s the first regatta for Sea Eagle and the crew absolutely nailed it, we’re thrilled,” said a Sea Eagle representative.

After light airs during the practice days, Auckland’s breeze filled in and racing started promptly at 11am with yachts racing on a course from the Hauraki start line. At the end of day, at Yachting Developments’ happy hour and prize giving, NZ Millennium Cup entry Sharlou picked up the prize for best start in her class, crossing the line within four seconds of her start time, while Innismara was crowned fastest over the line in the Pacific Cup Class.

Overall results in the NZ Millennium Cup after Dy 1 see Sea Eagle in first place, with Kawil close behind and Sassafras in third, with everything still to play for by the fleet.

In the Pacific Cup class, competition was just as intense with Hikurere and Lion New Zealand battling it out for first place in both races. However it was Hikurere who managed to take the win in both races with a mere one second separating the two on corrected time in the first race of the day.

“We’ve got a fantastic crew and had great weather, it’s been a lovely, enjoyable day on the water,” said Hikurere’s owner when asked about the win.

Racing continues on Monday and Tuesday, as the yachts battle for top spot in Auckland.

Follow race updates at www.millenniumcup.com

Related Articles

Bulwarks and Bulldust – watch Episode Four
Episode Four - Mark Elkington, The Yacht Sales Co. - is now up and running Watch along as we speak with Mark Elkington from The Yacht Sales Co. about his transition from a West Australian crayfisherman to a global sales and support organisation par excellence. Posted on 30 May
All the hurricane preparation info boaters need
Atlantic hurricane season starts June 1 Recreational boaters whose vessels have been impacted by a hurricane and came out relatively unscathed know it all starts with a plan. Posted on 29 May
Hull 68 progresses on all fronts
Interior and structural systems take shape Hull 68 continues to come together with detailed advancements from the anchor locker to the bridge surround. Up forward, the anchor locker chamber is prepped for its topcoat while the bulkhead is already painted and ready for install. Posted on 29 May
6th Daily's Old School Kingfish Shootout Preview
Family Fishing Fun returns on June 14th! One of the largest kingfish tournaments in the world registers hundreds of anglers from across the Southeast to participate in the annual event at Vilano Beach Fishing Pier. Posted on 24 May
Bulwarks and Bulldust – watch Episode Three
Episode Three - Greg Haines, Princess Yachts Australia - is now up and running Episode Three - Greg Haines, Princess Yachts Australia - is now up and running Posted on 24 May
Maritimo S60 Sedan Motor Yacht - Global launch
Enhancements to both the exterior and interior deliver great appeal Leading Australian luxury motor yacht manufacturer, Maritimo, will proudly display the first S60 Sedan Motor Yacht at the 2025 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show. Posted on 21 May
Maritimo M50 Flybridge Motor Yacht - Global launch
Setting the benchmark in long-range cruising motor yachts Maritimo, Australia's world-class luxury motor yacht builder, expands its next generation model line-up with the global launch of the all-new M50 Flybridge Motor Yacht at the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, May 2025. Posted on 21 May
Top 10 baits from Lake Guntersville
Classic, main-river ledge fishing was good, pros slurped fish up off shallower places The Toyota Series Presented by Phoenix Boats Central Division event on Lake Guntersville was a great tournament, where all sorts of patterns worked. Posted on 21 May
Evolving an icon - Yellowfin's new video series
Building boats that deliver unmatched performance and unforgettable adventures on the water We're excited to introduce Evolving an Icon, a new video series that gives you a behind the scenes look at our process. The goal? Building boats that deliver unmatched performance and unforgettable adventures on the water, season after season. Posted on 20 May
Navigating in unfamiliar waters
When it comes to navigation, most of us simply rely on our Global Positioning Systems (GPS) There was a time when every car had a map and every boat had a chart. As Global Positioning System (GPS) displays became a standard feature, maps and charts have become somewhat obsolete. Posted on 19 May
Palm Beach Motor YachtsMaritimo 2023 S-Series FOOTER