Pragmatism ruled the Sydney Hobart Yacht Race when a mistake was made and a hand went up to admit responsibility. Honourable gesture as the action cost BNC the 80th Sydney Hobart Yacht Race and Mia River took the silverware and overall win. Jiang Lin, Co-Skipper of Mia River, said "Look at me. if I can do it. Surely you can!" - the Double Handers are here to stay and the first female won the iconic yacht race taking the plaudits! Footage © Cruising Yacht Club of Australia
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