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Rolex Sydney Hobart finish, images of Wild Oats XI and Skandia

6:20 AM Sun 28 Dec 2008 GMT

'Skandia approaches the finish - Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race 2008' Crosbie Lorimer Click Here to view large photo

Crosbie Lorimer joined the numerous journalists and spectators on the water and dockside this morning to see Wild Oats XI power up the Derwent River to her fourth consecutive Line Honours win.

Grant Wharington's Skandia, which had led for much of the race finished just over an hour later.

Bob Steels' Quest finished early this afternoon and at present seeems a likely IRC Overall handicap winner.

More of Crosbie's photos from Hobart will appear later.

by Crosbie Lorimer

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