CNBC Sports - The Spirit of Yachting - The Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race -

Since its beginning in 1945, the Rolex Sydney Hobart Race has built a global reputation and become one of the most famous fixtures on the international sporting calendar. This landmark offshore race celebrates its 80th anniversary this year. With over 600 nautical miles of precarious ocean before the boats reach the finish in Hobart, this is arguably sailing‘s greatest show of skill and fortitude.

The Spirit of Yachting series showcases the foremost yachting events worldwide, from offshore classics such as the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race and the Rolex Fastnet Race, to jewels of the Mediterranean season, the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup and Rolex Middle Sea Race as well as offering insightful documentary content on the exhilarating Rolex SailGP Championship.