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title: Success for J/99's in Sydney to Gold Coast Yacht Race
description: 5 J/99's in the top 10 for the recent Noakes Sydney to Gold Coast Yacht Race
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# [Success for J/99's in Sydney to Gold Coast Yacht Race](https://docklines.ensignyachts.com.au/success-for-j/99s-in-sydney-to-gold-coast-yacht-race)

 Written by [Ensign Yachts](https://docklines.ensignyachts.com.au/author/ensign-yachts) | Jul 30, 2025, 1:14:57 PM

The recent Noakes Sydney to Gold Coast Yacht Race brought some great achievements for the [J/99](https://ensignyachts.com.au/ensign/yachts-for-sale/new/sail-monohulls/j-boats-j-99/306928/) class with 5 boats in the top 10 for the double-handed IRC division. The J/99's were Balancing Act (2nd place), Jupiter (3rd place), The Gaffer (6th place), Verite (7th place), and Rum Rebellion (10th place). Plus a special mention to J/122e Rumchaser coming in at 5th on PHS. 

A classic strategic dilemma presented itself for the competitors: stay close to shore in flatter water and slightly softer breeze, or gamble on the offshore route, chasing stronger pressure but contending with larger waves. 

[Results here](https://goldcoast.cycaracing.com/Standings?categoryId=1065&raceId=186&seriesId=3)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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