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© Arthur Daniel - RORCRP42 Rikki Secures IRC One Victory in One of the Closest Battles of the Caribbean 600
After nearly three days of relentless trade wind racing, the IRC One battle in the 2026 RORC Caribbean 600 came down to the final miles. RP42 Rikki prevailed by just over nine minutes on corrected time after 600 tactical miles.5 min read
© 2026 Royal Ocean Racing Club - Arthur DanielMach 50 Palanad 4 Wins IRC Zero After 600 Miles of Tactical Pressure Around the Caribbean Islands
Palanad 4 Takes IRC Zero in a Hard-Fought Caribbean 600 In a race where the margins rarely stretched beyond sight of the next headland, the Mach 50 Palanad 4 – E.Leclerc emerged victorious in IRC Zero at the RORC Caribbean 600. Skippered by Antoine Magre, the French team completed the 600-mile Caribbean circuit in 2 days, 10 hours, 32 minutes and 31 seconds, securing class line honours and posting the fastest correct4 min read
Historic Shake-up for the Ocean Race: Sail Newport Declines 2027 Event to Focus on Core Missions
Sail Newport, renowned for hosting The Ocean Race, made a surprising decision to drop its bid for the 2027 North American Stopover in the wake of rising costs and a shift in focus towards public access and marine education.2 min read
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© Tim Wright/RORCTrade Winds and Tactical Nerve Hand Leopard 3 the IMA Maxi Crown in Antigua
Leopard 3 Delivers When It Mattered Most Antigua saved its sharpest conditions for the final act. On the third and decisive day of racing for the IMA Maxi Class at the RORC Nelson’s Cup Series, the trade winds built into the high teens off English Harbour, delivering exactly the sort of pressure-cooker environment that defines Caribbean maxi racing.4 min read
© trishj2commsConstruction Begins on Major South Marina Expansion at Nanny Cay, Tortola
Nanny Cay Resort & Marina: Building the Next Chapter in the BVI On the south coast of Tortola, diggers are moving and steel is rising. Construction has officially begun on a major expansion at Nanny Cay Resort & Marina, marking the start of a $30+ million development designed to reposition the property as one of the Caribbean’s most capable full-service marina resorts.3 min read
© Island Sailing ClubRound the Island Race 2026: One Race, One Thousand Stories
On Saturday 11 July 2026, the unmistakable spectacle returns as the Island Sailing Club once again stages one of the world’s largest and most iconic mass-participation sailing events. For thousands of sailors, the date is already inked into diaries, with race entries opening on 23 January 2026, including a limited early-bird entry period running until 13 February.3 min read
© The Ocean RaceThe Ocean Race 2027 — Where Offshore Sailing Meets Its Ultimate Reckoning
A 14,000-Mile Opening Statement: The Ocean Race 2027 Raises the Bar from Alicante to Auckland With less than a year to go, The Ocean Race has fired a clear warning shot across the bows of the offshore world. When the fleet leaves Alicante on 17 January 2027, crews won’t be easing into the race — they’ll be thrown straight into the longest opening leg in the event’s 53-year history.5 min read
Elevating the Superyacht Industry: The Make Your Mark Marketing retreat sparks conversation on enhancing brand image
Amidst a bustling agenda of events, a unique ‘Superyacht Marketing Retreat’ is set to take place, offering industry marketing leaders an innovative platform for engagement and growth.2 min read
© The Sanctuary Cove International Boat ShowSanctuary Cove International Boat Show 2026: Australia’s Ultimate On-Water Showcase Returns
From 21–24 May 2026, the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show returns to Australia’s Gold Coast for its 37th edition, transforming the iconic marina village into four days of world-class boating, luxury lifestyle and waterfront celebration.2 min read
The Seldén Sailjuice Winter Series: An Engaging Tale of Two Brothers and a Captivating Account of the DF95 Winter Series
Immerse into a riveting account of brotherly sailing camaraderie in the Seldén Sailjuice Winter Series and an exciting chronicle of the DF95 Winter Series at East Kent Radio Sailing Club.2 min read
The 13th Monaco Energy Boat Challenge is Bursting with Ingenuity as 43 Teams from 21 Nations Unleash Their Marine Technologies
The waters off the coast of Monaco will bubble with innovation on 8-11th July 2026 as the 13th Monaco Energy Boat Challenge returns at the renowned Yacht Club de Monaco.2 min read
© Nacra 17New Cycles, New Crews: The 49er, 49erFX and Nacra 17 Fleets Reset for LA 2028
From Olympic farewells to new partnerships, the skiff and multihull classes are already reshaping the road to Los Angeles The off-season rarely means downtime in the skiff and multihull world. As the new Olympic cycle gathers momentum, the 49er, 49erFX and Nacra 17 fleets are already in motion—closing chapters, forming new combinations and quietly laying the foundations for LA 2028.4 min read
© Lanzarote SportFrom Record-Breakers to Corinthian Triumphs, the 2026 RORC Transatlantic Race Sets a New Benchmark
The RORC Transatlantic Race once again proved why it sits at the very top of the global offshore calendar. The 2026 edition delivered outstanding performances across a demanding and complex Atlantic course, blending cutting-edge yacht design with meticulous preparation, seamanship and resilience at the highest level of ocean racing.5 min read
Discover How Modern Technology Transforms Offshore Connectivity for Luxury Yachts
In an interconnected world, the expectation for reliable connectivity aboard superyachts has never been more crucial. Explore the evolution of maritime communication and how it shapes the future of superyacht connectivity.1 min read
© James Mitchell/RORCJackknife Shines, Linnea Aurora Leads the Superyachts as the 2026 RORC Transatlantic Fleet Reaches Antigua
As the RORC Transatlantic Race moves into its final hours, the shape of the IRC leaderboard is now largely set. A diverse fleet of monohulls has completed the 3,000-nautical-mile crossing from Lanzarote to Antigua, with the remainder closing fast after nearly two demanding weeks at sea.4 min read
© Samo Vidic for SailGPRolex Switzerland Sail Grand Prix Returns to Geneva for 2026 SailGP Season
SailGP has confirmed the return of one of its most striking and successful venues, with the Rolex Switzerland Sail Grand Prix set to roar back onto Geneva’s spectacular waterfront on 19–20 September 2026. Staged once again on the deep blue theatre of Lake Geneva, the event will mark a second consecutive home race for the Switzerland SailGP Team, supported by long-standing championship and event Title Partner Rolex.4 min read
© L anzarote SportRaven Rewrites the Atlantic with Record-Breaking RORC Transatlantic Victory
The 2026 RORC Transatlantic Race will be remembered as the moment a new benchmark was laid down in offshore monohull sailing. The 34-metre Baltic 111 Raven didn’t just win — she rewrote the record book, claiming Monohull Line Honours, securing the IMA Transatlantic Trophy, and setting a new monohull race record on the 3,000-nautical-mile passage from Lanzarote to Antigua.5 min read
© Baltic YachtsTwo Visions, One Ocean: Raven and Be Cool Set to Define the 2026 RORC Transatlantic Race
Two Visions, One Ocean: Raven and Be Cool Set the Tone for the 2026 RORC Transatlantic Race The RORC Transatlantic Race has always thrived on contrast. It is a race where outright pace meets endurance, where innovation rubs shoulders with tradition, and where vastly different yachts are measured by the same unforgiving yardstick: three thousand miles of Atlantic Ocean.5 min read