Bid Now for 2030-2031 World Sailing Championships – Showcasing Olympic Class Sailing at its Best

World Sailing has sounded the klaxon for preliminary invites to the 2030-2031 World Sailing Championships, presenting a golden opportunity for international member national authorities, cities, and venues. The call is out to submit bids for hosting the monumental event, casting an exhilarating stage for sailors attempting to secure their position for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games. As The World Sailing Championships is the main qualification event for the Olympic Games, it represents the biggest gathering of Olympic-class and Para inclusive sailors globally.

The Championship events are planned to be scheduled between July 2030 and February 2031, or alternatively, between July and September 2031. By securing the bid to host this esteemed event, Cities or regions will avail the opportunity to endorse themselves to a worldwide audience while aligning with World Sailing’s sustainability and gender equity goals.

The bidding process is welcoming hosts who can demonstrate a commitment to sporting excellence and state-of-the-art facilities while envisaging a sustainable event legacy. Total dedication to the detailing of the events, the state of readiness of the venue, and tangible planning for a sustainable legacy are all components of a winning bid. The deadline for expressions of interest and preliminary bids is slated for 24th April 2026, with final bid documentation due by 10th September 2026. The sailing community anticipates a thrilling countdown to what promises to be a momentous global event on the sporting calendar.