Former model Kristy Hinze-Clark made history as the first female boat owner to win the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race.
American yacht Comanche crossed the finishing line on Monday first – after 2days 8hours 58min 30sec – to win the 71st Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race for 2015.
Hinze-Clark, the co-founder and co-skipper, steered the yacht to victory and her husband Jim Clark was waiting for her at Constitution Dock.
“I just got more wet then that I did the entire race,” she said when showered by champagne on arrival at the finish line.
Skipper Ken Read praised Hinze-Clarke saying, “First time out in the open ocean. She has been out in plenty of boats but has never done anything like this.”
“And she was as tough as nails. There was no baby sitting involved and [she] did some driving and she is one the grinders and everything else. She as very impressive.
“All you Australians should be proud of your little daughter here.”
Comanche was a popular favourite in the race after being damaged on the first night and returning for repairs.
