The KPMG Australia Sail Grand Prix is set to electrify Sydney Harbour once again on February 24th and 25th, 2024! Get ready for two days of intense racing, thrilling action, and stunning views as the world’s best sailors battle it out in identical, foiling F50 catamarans reaching speeds of up to 100 km/h.
Here’s what you need to know:
Start Date and Time
- Saturday, February 24th: Racing starts at 1:30 PM AEDT
- Sunday, February 25th: Racing starts at 1:30 PM AEDT
Where to Watch
- Live on the water: Witness the races firsthand from various spectator boats or even bring your own boat! Tickets and information are available on the SailGP website.
- On TV:
- Australia: Fox Sports and Kayo Sports
- Globally: Check your local listings or stream live on the SailGP app.
- Online: Live stream the races on the SailGP website or app.
Match Preview
- Ten national teams will be vying for supremacy, including Australia, New Zealand, USA, Great Britain, France, Denmark, Germany, Switzerland, Spain, and Canada.
- The Sydney event is the eighth race of the SailGP Season 4 championship.
- Each day will feature fleet races followed by a podium race between the top three teams.
- Expect close racing, tactical battles, and high-speed drama as the teams push their F50s to the limit.
Schedule
The full schedule for the event is available on the SailGP website, but here’s a quick overview:
- Saturday, February 24th:
- Practice races
- Fleet races
- Podium race
- Sunday, February 25th:
- Fleet races
- Podium race
How to Watch
- For free: You can watch the races live on the SailGP website or app. However, you won’t have access to replays or on-demand content.
- With a subscription: A SailGP Season Pass gives you access to live streams of all races, replays, on-demand content, and exclusive behind-the-scenes footage.
TV Channel
The specific TV channel will vary depending on your location. In Australia, you can watch the races live on Fox Sports or Kayo Sports.
