The Proving Ground

The Proving Ground is a nail-biting tale of the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race that turned deadly. Author G. Bruce Knecht recounts the tragic storm that shredded the fleet with hurricane-force winds and 80-foot waves. Through the eyes of three yachts and their crews, Knecht delivers a raw portrayal of the fight for survival in the face of an unforeseen tragedy. With gripping detail, high drama, and outsized personalities, Knecht reveals how the disaster changed those involved. The Proving Ground is an enthralling adventure tale that reads like fiction.