Sailing at the 1956 Summer Olympics – 5.5 Metre

The 5.5 Metre was a sailing event in the sailing program of the 1956 Summer Olympics, held on Port Phillip. Seven races were scheduled. 33 sailors, on 10 boats, from 10 nations competed.

Results
DNF = Did not finish, DNS= Did not start, DSQ = Disqualified = Male, = Female

Conditions on Port Phillip
Three race areas were needed during the Olympics on Port Phillip. Each class used the same scoring system. The center course was used for the 5.5 Metre.