Exciting News - The 2026 ORC Double-Handed World Championship Introduces Trailblazing Incentives to Boost Entry

In a bid to facilitate greater participation in the upcoming 2026 ORC Double-Handed World Championship, the organizers have launched a series of practical and cost-efficient initiatives. These measures, introduced by the Offshore Racing Congress and hosted by Jachtclub Scheveningen, underscore a commitment towards ensuring accessibility for both Dutch ORC Club fleet and the international IRC teams.

The innovative initiatives are part of a concerted effort to make transitions to ORCi certification simpler, reduce preparation costs significantly, and provide teams with enhanced flexibility in the months leading to the championship. These steps have been fostered to ensure that administrative and logistical hurdles do not impede teams from contesting one of offshore sailing’s most competitive double-handed championships.

Stoking the spirit of competitive sailing, these initiatives are expected to heighten international interest and ensure a tremendous championship. It further emphasizes the event’s dedication to promoting the highest level of double-handed offshore racing, making the sport more inclusive and appealing in the process.