Investec Loyal 's Rolex Sydney-Hobart victory confirmed . Protest by race committee dismissed by jury of appeal . Comment: XI finished second in close finish . Battle for handicap honors still to be decided .
Investec Loyal 's Rolex Sydney-Hobart victory confirmed . Protest by race committee dismissed by jury of appeal . Five-time winner Wild Oats XI finished second in close finish . Battle for handicap honors still to be decided .