First racing yachts arrive in Plymouth

First yachts competing in offshore race arrive in Plymouth

The first yachts have begun arriving in Plymouth in the Rolex Fastnet race. Among them was the British 100-ft Maxi Leopard yacht.

A record 356 yachts took part in the 2015 offshore race. Credit: Rolex/Arrigo

The first yachts have begun arriving in Plymouth in the Rolex Fastnet race.

Jim Clark’s 100-ft American Maxi Comanche has claimed monohull line honours at the 2015 Rolex Fastnet Race.

Arriving in Plymouth at 05:22 BST on Wednesday morning, Comanche completed the 603-nm offshore race in 2 days, 15 hours, 42 minutes and 26 seconds.

The teams have been competing for the Fastnet Challenge Cup. Credit: Rolex/Arrigo

The Ken Read-skippered Comanche finished a mere four minutes ahead of her closest rivals, George David’s 88-ft Rambler (USA).

Mike Slade's 100-ft Maxi Leopard (GBR) was third finisher at 06:26 followed by the Maxi 72 Momo (CAY) at 06:57.

Local sailor Henry Bomby is due to arrive tomorrow.

The challenge takes place every two years. Credit: Rolex/Arrigo

Last updated Wed 19 Aug 2015