The Hardway 100 certainly lived up to its reputation!

Published 19:34 on 26 Jul 2026

Six boats left the slipway (Phil S, Andy, Gareth, Peter, Tony and Ruby).

Four made it to the start (Gareth, Peter, Tony and Ruby).

Three abandoned (Gareth, Peter and Ruby).

After countless capsizes, turtles, lost mainsheets, missing rudders and plenty of determination… there was just one finisher.

Huge congratulations to Tony for being the only sailor to complete the Hardway 100. An epic effort in some seriously testing conditions!

Sometimes just getting afloat is an achievement—but today, finishing was something else. Well done to everyone who gave it a go!

Last updated 19:34 on 26 July 2026