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Melbourne Osaka start delayed – 12 boats to greet the starter on Monday

by Melbourne Osaka Cup 15 Mar 02:50 UTC 17 March 2025
Melbourne Osaka Cup © Ian Macwilliams

After careful consideration, Race Officials from the on-water management team, the Ocean Racing Club of Victoria, have decided to err on the side of caution after strong winds and heavy seas were forecast for Sunday afternoon.

"It's a long race, with many crews from interstate or overseas who are not familiar with Port Phillip Heads and Bass Strait", said Race Officials.

"It's prudent for safety to delay the start." going on to say:

"It's a long endurance race, and although these yachts and crews are prepared for various weather conditions, we believe it prudent for safety to delay the start to avoid very challenging conditions in the first few hours of the race".

A meeting was held at 6:00 pm last night and it was decided that while the winds were strong but manageable, the sea state at Port Phillip Heads and into Bass Strait was of significant concern.

"The waves will be standing up tall, with sharp tops creating a hazardous and potentially boat-breaking environment, one that we wish to avoid", said the Race Officials,

"It's a long race with so much investment into making it happen. Delaying the start will provide better conditions for all competing."

The main start for the 2025 Melbourne Osaka Cup is now expected off Portsea Pier on Monday at 11.30 am.

More information at melbourneosakacup.com.

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