Jimmy SpithillAustralian sailor Jimmy Spithill's desperation for a win was the reason for a protest deciding the Sydney to Hobart Yacht race, Kiwi Matt Mason says. It was a 50-50 call at the end of the day," Mason said. On their arrival into Hobart, LDV Comanche lodged their protest and it was upheld by an international jury of five from Germany, Australia and New Zealand. Both now go to LDV Comanche. At the end of the day, you don't want to go to the protest room – stay out of it"We were confused that they gave us an hour.

Source: Otago Daily Times December 28, 2017 20:37 UTC