Stage 4: Marlow's Blue Ocean Sleigh Ride takes Race Crew on an exhilarating 4,800nm ocean crossing from Cape Town, South Africa to Fremantle, Australia. After departing Table Bay, teams head south into the infamous Roaring Forties, where powerful low-pressure systems and strong westerlies create fast and thrilling sailing conditions.

Crew can expect relentless downwind conditions, towering waves, and icy spray as they surf through remote ocean in a test of endurance and teamwork. As the fleet turns north towards Western Australia, the weather begins to moderate, and the sight of Fremantle’s coastline offers a warm welcome and the reward of completing one of ocean racing’s greatest challenges.