I still believe that the AHPC Viper (F16) stand the best chance of being selected over the "just recently announced designs"

I don't think the F16 class as a formula class is in any way likely to be selected. Mostly because I don't see any effort on that front to be slected, just as the F18 class is not actively seeking selection.

It is all up to the individual builders with their individual designs and the succesful F16 and Taipan parent classes guarantee that already lots of development have gone into these designs especially with regard to sailshapes. What more can you wish for?

Other then that the Viper is an excellent choice in my opinion and has the beginnings of a great fleet the world over. It fits the mixed crew criteria perfectly. Furthermore, the succes in the Taipan and F16 parent classes have led to lots of development related to the overall design and sailshapes especially.

What more can you wish for ?