Anybody know what has happened? The reports I've read say the two yachts collided while racing.
Very unfortunate, rare and tragic accident.

I'm a member of one of the clubs.
We were in the Sydney Hobart Classic this weekend.
Some absolute TWAT had laid a Laser mark about 10meters from East Channel!!
Absolute madness ! There was absolutely no reason for this stupidity. Deliberately bringing big fleets into conflict.
As I understand it the racing committee has to submit all mark positions to Maritime. If anyone is serious there has to be more thought and oversight.