In the serene waters off Sicily, disaster struck last year as the Bayesian superyacht capsized, tragically claiming the lives of seven individuals. A recently released report by British maritime authorities shed light on the incident, attributing the sinking to a sudden and intense gust of wind. The investigation revealed that the traditional sailing vessel, boasting one of the tallest masts in the world, experienced catastrophic instability as the storm approached.

A young crew member on watch failed to alert the captain in time and instead chose to share a video of the impending squall on social media. Moments after the captain was alerted, the yacht quickly tipped over, and passengers were thrown into chaos as the vessel began to fill with water. Captain Andrew Moll from the Marine Accident Investigation Branch commented that once the yacht tilted beyond 70 degrees, it was irreversible.

The report highlighted the single mast design of the Bayesian as a critical vulnerability; it was found to be less stable than other models with two masts. The manufacturer had previously declared the yacht "unsinkable," but experts have raised concerns about its overall stability, questioning factors like ballast and superstructure integrity. The findings serve as a grim reminder of the dangers faced on the open seas when severe weather meets design flaws.