Four Records Were Up For Grabs in The 2005 Rolex Transatlantic Challenge
- The Atlantic's record, for yachts which do not use a powered sailing system.
- The NYYC organised Ambrose Tower to The Needles Race, open to all entrants.
- The monohull transatlantic passage record.
- The transatlantic powered sailing systems record .
In addition to some official records, there were also a number of impressive silver cups to be passed along for various titles and classes, and some major pre- and post-race festivities held respectively by the New York Yacht Club and the Royal Yacht Squadron at Cowes, on the Isle of Wight.
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