Australian Maxi Championship | SOLAS Big Boat Challenge

TUESDAY 8 DECEMBER 2026

The SOLAS Big Boat Challenge on Sydney Harbour, is the final leg of the Australian Maxi Championship, with some of the biggest and fastest yachts in the world. This is the most exciting lead-ups to the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race your chance to get unbelievably close to the racing action as the major contenders battle it out on Sydney Harbour.

Join us aboard Starship Sydney, one of Sydney’s most iconic glass vessels, for four action-packed hours on the Harbour. Our experienced crew know the yachts, the race-course and where to position the vessel to give you a fantastic view of the racing. Enjoy race commentary, follow the CYCA TV live action on the big screen, and soak up the atmosphere alongside fellow sailing enthusiasts all while enjoying canapés, food stations and an inclusive beverage package.

About SOLAS

The CYCA Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) Trust was established following the tragic loss of six lives in the 1998 Sydney Hobart Yacht Race. Since then, it has raised more than $2.4 million to support families of sailors lost at sea, assist search and rescue organisations, and fund research and training to improve safety at sea.

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