Wild Oats XI has crossed the line ahead of LDV Comanche in a record time to claim a ninth win in the Sydney to Hobart yacht race. “I think it was totally innocent and we should be able to defend ourselves against that quite clearly,” said Wild Oats XI skipper Mark Richards – who was soaked in champagne following dockside celebrations in Hobart. Wild Oats XI hoping it's third time lucky in quest for double success Read morePlay Video 1:35 Wild Oats XI skipper speaks after record Sydney to Hobart finish – videoAfter berthing at Constitution Dock LDV Comanche looked to congratulate the Wild Oats XI crew but a spokesperson confirmed to the Guardian their intention to protest against the line honours winner. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LDV Comanche (right) and Wild Oats XI narrowly miss each other as they tack outside the heads at the start of the 73rd annual Sydney to Hobart yacht race. “Wild Oats was just a better boat in those conditions.”Wild Oats XI (@WildOatsXI) We’ve done it!

Source: The Guardian December 27, 2017 12:33 UTC