Sensational opener for Offshore Superboat Championships

5:39 AM Thu 5 May 2011 GMT

'Victoria (Jaeger Group) versus Queensland (Maritimo) and Queensland emerged triumphant. - Newcastle offshore' Andrew Gricks Click Here to view large photo

More than 15,000 people lined the Newcastle foreshores over the April 30/May 1 weekend as Australia's fastest offshore racers converged to begin their quest for 2011 glory. With all 2010 champions back to defend their hard won trophies, the spectators were primed for some spectacular racing and with ample wind and wave off the city they were not disappointed. That word, 'disappointment', did sit squarely on the shoulders of Tom Barry-Cotter (driver) and Pal Virik Nilsen, the crew aboard the reigning Class 1 champion 'Mustang'. Chasing their fourth successive Class 1 crown, the pair was understandably confident after winning the ...

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