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All Nations Confirmed for the Team Racing World Championship 2026
All Nations Confirmed for the Team Racing World Championship 2026 lands in the racing notebook because the real work will be done in breeze, tide, crew calls and the short moments when a fleet either holds its nerve or starts blaming the sky.3 min read
Steinberg and Van Opzeeland Soar to iQFOiL World Titles in Weymouth Drama
Tamar Steinberg of Israel and Luuc van Opzeeland of the Netherlands secured the 2026 iQFOiL World Championships titles in Weymouth after a decisive Medal Series finale that capped a week of varied and demanding racing.3 min read
From Lone Star to Beau Geste: The Sailors Who Conquered the Solent at Cowes Week 2026
Cowes Week's historic 200th anniversary produced seven memorable days of Solent racing, with Lone Star crowned overall champion before fireworks brought a magnificent week of sailing and celebration to a close.3 min read
Back 2 Black Writes Another Chapter in the Rich History of the Noakes Sydney Gold Coast Yacht Race
Sean Langman's Back 2 Black overcame an early setback to win the 2026 Noakes Sydney Gold Coast Yacht Race, adding another memorable chapter to one of Australia's most respected offshore sailing classics.3 min read
A Chilly Departure and a Famous Passage: The Noakes Sydney Gold Coast Yacht Race Once Again Tested Australia's Offshore Elite
Nearly four decades after its inaugural race, the Noakes Sydney Gold Coast Yacht Race continued to prove that offshore success depends as much on patience and seamanship as outright speed.3 min read
Round the Island Race Became a Journey of Recovery, Friendship and New Beginnings for the Stride Forward Crew
The 2026 Round the Island Race was about far more than finishing positions as a remarkable crew demonstrated how sailing can rebuild confidence, purpose and lives after serious injury.3 min read
The countdown to the Round the Island 2026
Countdown to Round the Island 2026 Few races capture the spirit of British sailing quite like the Round the Island Race. With more than 600 boats already entered, the countdown is on for another unforgettable day as sailors of every ability prepare to tackle the famous 50-mile circuit of the Isle of Wight, where skill, teamwork and the ever-changing Solent conditions will decide the day's fortunes.3 min read
The Sailing World in Anticipation: Naples to Host the 2026 Louis Vuitton Preliminary Regatta, A Prelude to the Prestigious America's Cup Event
Get ready for an exhilarating spectacle as Naples prepares to host the second Louis Vuitton Preliminary Regatta in September 2026, a precursor to the 38th America's Cup in 2027.2 min read
From Arctic Ice Lines to Caribbean Trades — IMOCA’s 2026 Calendar Promised a Full-Throttle Year
The IMOCA Class entered 2026 with a five-race calendar blending solo endurance and fully-crewed intensity, setting the stage for one of the most demanding and technically advanced offshore seasons yet.3 min read
A Riveting Race Awaited as Seasoned Pros and Fresh Faces Gear Up for the 57th La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec
Fans and competitors alike are buzzing with anticipation as the 57th edition of La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec approaches, promising an exhilarating mix of experienced pros and ambitious newcomers.2 min read
Armada Cup 2026: A Riveting Return to the Atlantic Calendar with Diverse Offshore Racing in the Heart of the Basque Coast
The highly anticipated Armada Cup 2026 re-emerges as one of the most distinctive offshore races on the Atlantic calendar, reconnecting British and Basque sailing traditions.2 min read
Exciting Week 6 of DF95 Spring Series at East Kent Radio Sailing Club and Ash Trophy at Littleton Sailing Club in 2026
In 2026, sailing enthusiasts witness thrilling competition as East Kent Radio Sailing Club holds its 6th Week of the DF95 Spring Series, and Littleton Sailing Club hosts the Ash Trophy.1 min read
Everything You Need to Know to Follow the 49er, 49erFX & Nacra 17 World Championship of 2026 in Quiberon
In the picturesque environment of Quiberon, France, the 2026 49er, 49erFX & Nacra 17 World Championship is set to take place, featuring some of the best sailing talents from around the globe.1 min read