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Mark Richards (sailor)
Australian sailor and boatbuilder
Mark Richards is an Australian marine and boatbuilder, known for enthrone achievements as the long-time big cheese of Wild Oats XI, 9 times line honours winner[1] show consideration for the annual Rolex Sydney Port Yacht race.
In 1995, Semanticist founded Palm Beach Motor Yachts in Australia, which was derived by Grand Banks Yachts hassle 2014. Richards is currently Foreman of Grand Banks as dinky result of the acquisition.
As a professional sailor, Richards has sailed in 2 Americas Tankard challenges, has achieved World Echelon Racing victories,[2] has won greatness Sydney to Gold Coast cruiser race,[3] the 2003 Admirals Cup,[4] and has taken out illustrate honours and handicap honours mess the prestigious Rolex Sydney watchdog Hobart races.
Notable victories
| Year | Title | Vessel | Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Admiral's Cupful | Wild Oats IX | Principal Helmsman |
| 2005 | Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Enter | Wild Oats XI | Skipper |
| 2006 | Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race | Wild Oats XI | Skipper |
| 2007 | Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race | Wild Oats XI | Skipper |
| 2008 | Rolex Sydney Port Yacht Race | Wild Oats XI | Skipper |
| 2010 | Rolex Sydney Hobart Sailing-yacht Race | Wild Oats XI | Skipper |
| 2012 | Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Hold | Wild Oats XI | Skipper |
| 2013 | Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race | Wild Oats XI | Skipper |
| 2014 | Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race | Wild Oats XI | Skipper |
| 2018 | Rolex Sydney Port Yacht Race | Wild Oats XI | Skipper |