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Starting in October 2021 the Great Cape Race will follow the traditional clipper route, taking competitors around the three iconic Great Capes. Eligible boats shall be Grand Prix Racing Yachts over 60ft in length. Boats shall be handicapped using a modified ORC handicapping system, factoring each yacht’s predicted velocity parameters, ensuring boats of different designs can race on even terms.
For more information please check out the notice of race.
Key Dates
STARTLeg 1 UK to South Africa | 03 October 2021 |
Leg 2 South Africa to Australia | 27 November 2021 |
Leg 3 Australia to South America | 16 January 2021 |
Leg 4 South America to UK | 06 March 2022 |
FINISHEstimated Finish (UK) | 02 April 2022 |