Anthony Bell's Tribeca LOYAL is back for the 2026 Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race after a 10-year hiatus.
Hear, hear! A fabulous invite is hard to refuse. It was a real who's who of sailing, celebrities and chefs. Launched at Deckhouse, Woolwich, Sydney. Anthony Bell's "Loyal" racing program has won line honours in 2011 and 2016 and is aiming for his third title on Tribeca LOYAL (formerly Comanche).
Thanks to everyone and to hospitality maestro Con Dedes and team at Deckhouse for all the delicious food and hospitality.
Beautiful snaps by Andrea Francolini.
Anthony Bell with Anthony Miniciello.
PHOTO: Courtesy of Andrea Francolini.
Some of the luminaries and guests included: Tom Slingsby OAM, Layne Beachley AO, John Bertram AO, Anthony Miniciello, Phil Waugh, Phil Kearns, Larry Emdur, Karl Stefanovic, Guillaume Brahimi, Grant Hackett, Peter Dutton, Skye Leckie, Richard Wilkins and Johanna Griggs, Patron of the Humpty Dumpty Foundation. PLUS the entire LOYAL crew.
Tom Slingsby OAM, Master of Sailing on Tribeca LOYAL.
PHOTO: Courtesy of Andrea Francolini.
Founder of The LOYAL Foundation, Anthony's program supports the Humpty Dumpty Foundation, an Australia-wide charity, raising significant funds for children's hospital equipment.
Tom Slingsby OAM interviewed by Layne Beachley AO, sharing stories at the launch.
Anthony Bell thanking sponsors, guests and crews for all their support.
Key Details & Race Dates
Date: Saturday, 26 December 2026 (Boxing Day)
Start Time: 1:00 PM AEDT
Start Venue: Sydney Harbour (with the official start line positioned between Nielsen Park / Vaucluse and the Sydney Heads, and spectator vessels operating out of hubs like King Street Wharf, Darling Harbour).
Finish Venue: Constitution Dock, Hobart, Tasmania (following the 628-nautical-mile course down the coast).