Scallywag 100 Makes Historic Finish at Middle Sea Race

Lee Seng Huang's yacht Scallywag 100 became the first monohull to complete the 2024 Rolex Middle Sea Race. The supermaxi covered the 606-nautical-mile course in under three days. Key strategy decisions, including a pivotal call by navigator Juan Vila, were crucial for their success in the challenging race.

In a triumph at the 2024 Rolex Middle Sea Race, Hong Kong tycoon Lee Seng Huang's yacht, Scallywag 100, emerged as the first monohull vessel to complete the arduous course. Known for its formidable challenges, the race spans 606 nautical miles, beginning and concluding in Valletta, Malta.

Scallywag 100, a supermaxi measuring over 100 feet, secured the Monohull Line Honours with a finishing time of two days, 21 hours, 33 minutes, and 29 seconds. The race, which sees a global fleet face severe Mediterranean weather, is among the premier offshore regattas alongside the Fastnet and Sydney Hobart races.

Key to Scallywag 100's achievement was a strategic decision by navigator Juan Vila, who made a critical call at Lampedusa. The yacht's headlong dive into intense weather conditions allowed it to maintain a competitive edge over rival boats like Black Jack 100. The race's ultimate winner will be determined by corrected time calculations, favoring a fair contest among varying yacht sizes.

(With inputs from agencies.)