Sydney

We flew to Australia from New Zealand for the weekend - which was the first time we attended a SailGp event.

Spent the first day on a spectator boat, which was good - but lacked audio and visual.

On the second day we went to Shark Island to watch the event, and this was a good move.

Closer to the action, more atmosphere, and a great vibe.

If we went back, we would do this again.

Poor planning have on same weekend as Taylor Swift and Pride Festival. Too busy no accommodation

Poorly organised event. Portaloos were disgusting, expected something a bit nicer than portaloos with signage ‘dial-a-DUNNY’ on the door (how classy) for $330 per ticket to Club (lounge was $170). There was not enough seating whatsoever so most were left standing. Some people would ‘reserve’ their seat by placing a handbag or jacket on the seat and walk away for majority of the day so others couldn’t have a seat even though it was being used. Security was minimal so lounge ticket holders were walking into club area for free food/drinks. They ran out of wrist bands on arrival for the club area so we had to wear ‘crew’ bands. The MC made rude remarks over loudspeaker (for example made fun of female photographer there saying they only makes $13 an hour, told the girls that didn’t win fashions on the field to jump off stage and go have a cry). Went years ago and it was bad then, went back this year hoping it had improved but it was even worse. Not enough food going around and it was mostly cold mini burgers and sausage rolls anyway. Catering staff were lovely though that’s the only positive of the day. Horribly overpriced for what it is. My husband and I attend beautiful events regularly, I work in media and he in banking so we attend and host many events a year. Polo in the city Sydney however was an epic disappointment. Never again.

This was one of the most incredible experiences I have ever had in Australia in the skateboarding community.

Everything was run so well with precision and kindness.

The only challenge was the HUGE LINE to get in as so many people missed the start 🤍

The atmosphere was second to none

It was the best event ever. 5 stars on the event. Best venue but a bit poorly organised with the booze and food situation. Mid strength is a bit of an insult. A couple of my friends spotted type of beer that they got all excited about when we got in 20 minutes after it started. The lineup to get in went for about 300m but that’s our fault for turning up on time. I’ll take that. We got in 20 minutes after it started and they were out of this beer. The lines for food and booze made people miss loads of the event