Tony Bullimore in final stages of prep for his attempt at solo circumnavigation record 29/12/06

Sir Robin Knox-Johnston is just 176 miles from Fremantle but it could be over a day before he arrives 27/12/06

Twelve girls from yachting are photographed au naturel to raise money for skipper Jody Hill, paralysed in a car accident

Nine retirements so far including two dismastings and a sinking 27/12/06

Wild Oats XI has laid down the gauntlet to her rivals in a thrilling start to the ocean classic on Sydney Harbour today 26/12/06

Robin Knox-Johnston hopes he'll be in Fremantle in two days depending on weather 26/12/06

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from yachtingworld.com 25/12/06

Spare a thought for the solo sailors out there all alone on Christmas Day