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Day 2 of the 2026 Sail Port Stephens Super Series delivers stunning conditions as the sun shines over a challenging 25 nautical mile racecourse.
Sailors face early rainstorms, but the weather turns perfect for racing, revealing a spectacular backdrop as boats navigate from Nelson Bay to Broughton Island and back. Peter Lowndes's Lyons 49 Wine-Dark Sea, the smallest yacht in the Super Racer Cruiser Division, clinches its first win of the regatta, expertly maneuvering through tricky wind conditions. Lowndes highlights the advantage of using a spinnaker pole, allowing his team to finish strong with minimal gybes.
Geoff Hill's Santa Cruz 72 Antipodes secures second place, leveraging its waterline length, while the Oatley family's Wild Oats X continues to impress with another podium finish. Notably, Richard Freeborn and Alexandra Early's Lagoon 450F, Hawkeye, travels from the UK and excels in its division, finishing just behind Nicholas Jones's Lightwave 38, Two Shea.
Over at the Bay Sailing Centre, Ben Austin’s Shoobydoowah dominates the Bay Series with three wins, leading a competitive field of nearly 90 entries. This thrilling day of sailing showcases the camaraderie and strategic sailing that make Sail Port Stephens a must-see event.
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