Sea-Bear Awaits: Ross Hubbard Prepares to Tackle the Global Solo Challenge

Ross Hubbard, a seasoned sailor from sunny California, is all set to participate in the Global Solo Challenge 2027-2028. This determined sailor is not a newcomer to the world of solo sailing. With decades of experience under his belt, Hubbard is ready to transform his lifelong dream into a thrilling reality.

The call of adventure was instilled in Hubbard at the tender age of 11 when he first discovered the National Geographic series chronicling Robin Lee Graham’s remarkable solo circumnavigation aboard the vessel Dove. That gripping series gave Hubbard a glimpse into a life he yearned for - that of an ocean adventurer.

30-11-2025

iQFOiL Sailboarding Senior European Championship Peers Towards High Stakes Medal Series Showdown

The clock is ticking down to a thrilling climax at the iQFOiL Senior European Championship held in the scenic Sferracavallo. On what was meant to be the penultimate day of racing, light and unstable winds made competition impossible. The forecast had failed to deliver, the Gulf of Palermo remained tranquil, and no races could be held across any fleet. As a result, the standings from the end of the qualification series lasted into the next day, cementing the top ten competitors in both the men’s and women’s categories for the upcoming, high-stakes Medal Series.

28-11-2025

Grit and Gusto: How Aussies are Bracing for The Intense Showdown at SailGP Grand Championship

Australia's BONDS Flying Roos make a bold statement of intent on the eve of the nail-biting SailGP Grand Final.
28-11-2025

Fresh Prospects and Anticipation High as 12ft Skiff Fleet Readies for New South Wales Championship

One of the most exciting events for sailing enthusiasts, the NSW Championship, sees the 12ft skiff fleet gearing up for a thrilling showdown.
27-11-2025

Exciting Windfall! 'Solent Fuzz' Takes Gold in the BUSA London Six Pack 2025 Regatta at Welsh Harp Sailing Club

The BUSA London Six Pack 2025 Regatta saw the top teams jostle for dominance, with 'Solent Fuzz' emerging as champions at the Welsh Harp Sailing Club.
25-11-2025

Grace Under Pressure: How the Port Phillip Women's Championship empowers female sailors and fosters unity on the high seas

The Port Phillip Women's Championship Series 2025-2026 is setting sail to create opportunities for aspiring female keelboat sailors, fostering unity and competitive spirit in equal measure.
24-11-2025

Human Spirit Soars As Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race Marks Its 80th Edition

The 80th edition of the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race celebrates a legacy of courage, endurance, and remarkable human achievement.
22-11-2025

Thrilling Start to the J/70 Championship and Tenzor International Cup in Turkey: A Beacon of Sailing Excellence

The J/70 Turkish Championship and the Tenzor International Cup have officially begun amid an atmosphere of electric anticipation and competitive spirit in Turgutreis, Turkey.
21-11-2025

Transatlantic Triumph: Bauza and Pillain Celebrate Memorable Finish at Transat Café L'or Race

In a show of grit and determination, Aina Bauza and Axelle Pillain showcased their skill in sailing by finishing 20th in the 17th Transat Café L'or Class 40 race.
20-11-2025

Announcing the 2025 29er Awards and Thrills of the M32 World Championship 2025 Set to Begin in Miami

The 29er Class announces the 2025 29er Awards to recognize sporting excellence and community spirit, while the M32 World Championship 2025 is ready to launch in Miami.
18-11-2025

Exciting Showdown at KZN Flying 15 Regionals Yacht Race: A Nail-biter Full of Adventure and Skill

A riveting show of aquatic skill and strategy played out at the KZN Flying 15 Regionals at Henley Midmar Yacht Club in South Africa, as the newbies clinched the top spot.
17-11-2025

Absorbing the Success: The Reinforced Spirit of Sailing After Securing Second at Transat Café L'OR

Grabbing a moment to absorb and appreciate the achievement, the second-place finish at the Transat Café L'OR brings introspection and joy.
15-11-2025

CHARAL STORMS TO VICTORY

FORT-DE-FRANCE, MARTINIQUE — After nearly two weeks of relentless ocean racing, Jérémie Beyou and Morgan Lagravière aboard Charal have claimed a resounding victory in the 17th edition of the Transat Café L’OR, sealing their dominance in the IMOCA Class with a performance that will be remembered for years to come
12-11-2025

Gareth Ede Shines at the Grafham Catamaran Open: An Exhilarating Display of Nautical Dexterity

The Grafham Catamaran Open witnessed Gareth Ede sailing into glory, marking an unrivaled winning streak in the Jon Montgomery Travellers Trophy series.
05-11-2025

Clapcich and Harris Utilise Météo France Weather Buoy to Enhance Oceanographic Research During Transat Café L'OR

Francesca Clapcich and Will Harris, participating in the Transat Café L'OR race, have used their race boat to deploy a weather buoy for oceanographic research.
03-11-2025

High Stakes Afloat: The Singular Challenge of the Seldén Sailjuice Winter Series

For the seventeenth time, the much-acclaimed Seldén Sailjuice Winter Series takes to UK waters, securing its spot on every water-pressed contender's calendar.
03-11-2025

High Impact Radio Sailing on Display: The Dragon TT Series Concludes at the Gosport Model Boat and Yacht Club

The Dragon TT Series, a global phenomenon in radio yacht racing concludes its final match at the historic Gosport Model Boat and Yacht Club.
29-10-2025

Enthralling 2025 French Flying 15 National Championship Spanning Lavacourt Lake

The 2025 French Flying 15 National Championship takes to the scenic Moisson Lavacourt Lake, where 13 elite crews lock horns in this captivating contest.
28-10-2025

A Close Contest at the DF95 Eastern District Championship Round 3, Reveals Skippers Pushing the Envelope of Precision

The competition heaved up at the Huntingdon Radio Yacht Club, with a nail-biting finish at the 3rd round of the DF95 Eastern District Champion Skipper Series.
27-10-2025

Three Trimarans Toppled: Wild Seas Capsize Trio of Ocean Fifty Entrants in Transat Café L'or Regatta

Adventurous sailing took a harrowing turn in the recent Transat Café L'or as three Ocean Fifty trimarans capsized in challenging weather conditions.
26-10-2025

Champion Berntsson Takes Dramatic Charge in the 2025 Bermuda Gold Cup Amid Intriguing Tactics and Fierce Competition

Rising tides in the 2025 Bermuda Gold Cup as defending champion Johnie Berntsson shows his mettle, battling out a sparklingly flawless second day.
23-10-2025

Ruthless Racing and Innovation at The International Moth Winter Championship 2025 Hosted by Rutland Sailing Club

The International Moth Winter Championship 2025, held at Rutland Sailing Club, proved to be a thrilling two-day sailing spectacle, showcasing both fierce competition and innovatively designed vessels.
22-10-2025

Thrilling Two-day Rooster ILCA 6 National Open Event at Weymouth & Portland Sailing Academy Dazzles Crowd

Rooster ILCA 6 National Open event culminated an action-packed two-day sailing spectacle at Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy, attracting international participants.
21-10-2025

A Thrilling Tale of the 46th Rolex Middle Sea Race: Athletic Offshore Adventurers Tackle Historic Voyage

The 46th iteration of the prestigious Rolex Middle Sea Race kick-started amid much fanfare, boasting an expansive and diverse fleet of 117 entries from 31 nations.
18-10-2025

Relive the Excitement of Sydney-Auckland and Ready Up for the 80th Rolex Sydney-Hobart Yacht Race

Experience the thrill of ocean racing as we take you through the oaths of the Sydney to Auckland ocean race, followed by a peek into the upcoming Rolex Sydney-Hobart Yacht Race.
18-10-2025

Intense Competition and Fierce Determination Mark Week 3 of DF95 Autumn Series at the East Kent Radio Sailing Club

In the autumnal chills of the East Kent Radio Sailing Club, the third week of the DF95 Autumn Series unfolded with much excitement.
17-10-2025

Day One of Cape 31 European Championship 2025: Farragut, High Spirits, and Shotgunn's Sensational Stride

The Cape 31 European Championship 2025 commences with a perfect blend of anticipation, team spirit, and a stellar performance from team Shotgunn.
16-10-2025

Commodore of CYCA Sam Haynes Targets a Triumphant Third Win at the Rolex Sydney Hobart Race

Commodore Sam Haynes, the defending champion at the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, is eyeing a historian three-peat at the iconic race's 80th edition.
16-10-2025

Force 4 Chandlery Sponsors Exciting Turns in Second Week of Hamble Winter Series 2025

Action-packed and dramatic, the Hamble Winter Series 2025 sailed into its second week, challenging crews with lacklustre winds and spring tides, and ultimately drawing victories from the jaws of defeat.
15-10-2025

Intense Competition and Unwavering Spirit Define the 2025 UK Nacra 15 National Championship

Thrilling races, unexpected weather changes, and fierce competition - the UK Nacra 15 National Championship 2025 had it all. Let's revisit the exhilarating event.
15-10-2025

Discover the Unparalleled Excitement of the ILCA Northern Series 2025

Thirteen notable events across one gripping season, the ILCA Northern Series 2025, sponsored by PerformanceSailcraft.com, showcased incredible single-handed racing talent.
13-10-2025

SailGP Season Nears Its Grand Finale

CÁDIZ, SPAIN — In a masterclass of precision, patience, and pure nerve, Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team stormed to victory in the Rolex SailGP Championship 2025 stop on Cádiz Bay, extending their lead at the top of the season standings and tightening their grip on the Grand Final berth.
10-10-2025

Biotherm Crowned in Boka Bay

The Boka Bay Coastal Race, sailed against the dramatic backdrop of Montenegro’s mountains and calm turquoise waters, was the perfect finale to this summer’s edition of The Ocean Race Europe 2025. It had everything: close-quarters duels, tactical brilliance, and one last show of dominance from Paul Meilhat’s Biotherm, who sealed overall victory with yet another flawless performance.
08-10-2025

Offshore Double Handed World Championships 2025: France Excels, as Young Talent and Nations Across Continents Battle it Out

At the enthralling Offshore Double Handed World Championships 2025 finale, France emerges victorious, showcasing the allure of offshore sailing.
05-10-2025

Echo of Sails and Roar of Waves: A Close Look at the 2025 Hobie 16 Open North American Championships

A riveting account of the 2025 Hobie 16 Open North American Championships, a thrilling competition under varying wind conditions and surging waves.
03-10-2025

Epic Conclusion to the 2025 JOG Season at the Henri-Lloyd Cowes-Lymington Weekend

The 2025 JOG Season ended on a thrilling note at the Henri-Lloyd Cowes-Lymington weekend, challenging crews with shifting winds and testing tidal conditions.
02-10-2025

A Thrilling Nautical Adventure Unfolds at the Welstead September Yawl Open - Blue Fleet

The Welstead September Open - Blue Fleet held not in the choppy waves but in a serene yet unpredictable breeze, captured the hearts and minds of the sailing world.
02-10-2025

Biotherm Clinches Final Leg in Montenegro to Seal Dominant Victory in The Ocean Race Europe 2025

Paul Meilhat’s French-flagged IMOCA Biotherm has crowned a masterclass campaign with victory in the fifth and final leg of The Ocean Race Europe 2025, securing an emphatic overall championship win in the five-week, 4,500-nautical-mile sprint around Europe.
22-09-2025

The Ocean Race Europe Fleet Battles Storms and Shifty Mediterranean Winds

The Ocean Race Europe 2025 fleet four days into the gruelling fifth leg, a 1,600-mile Mediterranean marathon from Genova, Italy to Boka Bay, Montenegro — and the battle at the front is as intense as ever.
20-09-2025

Biotherm Seals Dominant Victory in The Ocean Race Europe 2025 with Triumphant Final Stage Win

Biotherm, a French-flagged IMOCA, has skilfully sailed to victory in the final leg of The Ocean Race Europe 2025, securing their overall dominance.
15-09-2025

Teams from Six Continents Gearing Up for 2025 Offshore Double Handed World Championships

The thrilling 2025 Offshore Double Handed World Championships sees 22 teams from six continents push their boundaries, set to unravel between September 22nd and October 1st.
14-09-2025

Vincentia Sailing Club Hosts its First Competitive Wave Grand Prix, Highlighting the Thrill of Hobie Wave Sailing

In an exhilarating sailing spectacle, the inaugural Hobie Wave Grand Prix was recently staged at the Vincentia Sailing Club.
12-09-2025

Thrilling Channel Crossing in First Leg of 56th La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec as Loison Takes the Lead

The first leg of the historic and prestigious La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec regatta offers plenty of excitement and demanding sailing maneuvers.
10-09-2025

Mateusz Kusznierewicz, Bruno Prada and a Star-Filled Fleet Highlight a Day of Tactical Mastery at the 2025 Star World Championship in Croatia.

Day 2 of the 2025 Star World Championship in Split, Croatia unraveled a canvas of tactical acumen, courage, and relentless triumph on the unpredictable Adriatic waters.
09-09-2025

Young and Talented Vaikobi 18ft Skiff Trio Leading the Charge for 2025 Australian 18 Footers League

The Vaikobi 18ft Skiff Team, helmed by luminary Kirk Mitchell, is gearing up to make waves in the upcoming 2025-26 Australian 18 Footers League's season.
07-09-2025

Introducing the Streaker Northern Championship 2025: A Tale of High Tides, Rigorous Challenges and Ultimate Victory

From big winds to daunting challenges; the story of Streaker Northern Championship 2025 shines a light on sailing's authentic spirit.
04-09-2025

The 14th Clipper Round the World Yacht Race Begins, Marking a Historic Moment in Sailing Sport

The 14th edition of the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race commences, signaling the start of an exhilarating 11-month-long maritime challenge.
04-09-2025

In the Heart of Sailing Glory: Key Players to Watch in 2025's J/24 World Championship in Plymouth

The 2025 J/24 World Championship in Plymouth is a gathering of 250 sailors from across the globe, keenly eying the crown. Who are the possible victors to watch?
03-09-2025

How the XR 41 Sailing Yacht Conquered the World: A Tale from Idea to Championship Glory

Charting the thrilling chronicle of the XR 41, a ship that sailed from the drawing board to the gleaming podium of the World Championship.
02-09-2025

2025 Finn Gold Cup Kicks Off in Cascais: Epic Conditions and Outstanding Performances Mark the Opening

Cascais, Portugal, is proving to be a sailor's utopia as it hosts the iconic 2025 Finn Gold Cup, offering exceptional conditions and thrilling race days.
02-09-2025

Offshore Glory and a New Champion Crowned

Last weekend, the storied waters off the Isle of Wight roared to life as the GoGPS Cowes International Powerboat Festival delivered another adrenaline-fuelled weekend of offshore excitement. Against a backdrop of choppy seas, fierce competition, and crowds lining the coast, seven boats battled across the Cowes–Torquay–Cowes course, delivering drama in every wave. When the smoke cleared, Good Boy Vodka emerged victorious—marking a stunning breakthrough in this legendary event.
30-08-2025

2025 ILCA Senior European Championships – Drama in Marstrand

The penultimate day of the ILCA Senior European Championships & Open European Trophy threw everything it had at the sailors – from fickle zephyrs in the morning to punishing breeze and swell by the afternoon.
29-08-2025

Marstrand 2025: New Champions, Fresh Legends, and History Rewritten at the ILCA Europeans

The 2025 ILCA Senior European Championships & Open European Trophy closed in Marstrand after six days of shifting breezes, rising swells, and fierce racing. When the spray settled, Europe’s best had been crowned in the ILCA 7, ILCA 6 Women, and ILCA 6 Men fleets. This year’s results didn’t just decide medals – they carved fresh names into the ILCA Hall of Fame and rewrote the historical record.
26-08-2025

Preparations Begin for the 2025 Melbourne to Hobart Yacht Race as Entries Open and On Track Meals Comes Onboard as Premium Partner

The eagerly awaited 2025 Melbourne to Hobart Yacht Race presents a call for entries and a new premium partner, On Track Meals.
26-08-2025

Sleepless Hours Ahead as Porto’s Scoring Gate Looms Large

Two days into Leg 2 of The Ocean Race Europe, and the Bay of Biscay is dishing out exactly what everyone feared — flat seas, fickle breeze, and a fleet so tight you can throw a net over the top five. With Cape Finisterre closing fast, the sailors are staring down a long, sleepless night where one bad sail trim could cost everything.
25-08-2025

Poole and Burnham Weeks Begin with Sun, Gusts, Shifty Winds, and a Bit of Drama

The yachting world welcomes the exhilarating start of Poole and Burnham weeks, with splendid weather conditions and a hefty mix of anticipation, competition and camaraderie.
25-08-2025

Cowes–Torquay–Cowes Powerboat Race Roars into Life

It’s that time of year again—Sunday dawned on Cowes with a roar of engines, a flash of sun on horsepower, and a hum that made even Cowes Castle wake from slumber. The legendary Cowes–Torquay–Cowes powerboat race, the world’s longest continuous offshore powerboat contest, thundered back onto the water as part of the Cowes Powerboat Festival, organised by the British Powerboat Racing Club (BPRC). For weeks, the bay has smelled of fuel and anticipation. Today, it finally delivered.
24-08-2025

Experience the Thrill of the 2025 Snipe North American Championship in San Diego Through the Lens of Bob Betancourt

The 2025 Snipe North American Championship in San Diego welcomed spectacular conditions for sailing, as evident in the riveting photo gallery by Bob Betancourt.
24-08-2025

From Toppers to Vintage: Battle for Prestigious Crossley Holland Trophy in Overy Staithe Regatta

The Overy Staithe Regatta saw a spirited race for the 'Crossley Holland Trophy', with a mixed fleet of 40 boats sailing in pursuit.
23-08-2025

Fleet storms away from the Solent as Ocean Race Europe Leg 2

Portsmouth turned on the sunshine this evening as seven IMOCAs thundered off the Royal Yacht Squadron line at 17:00, launching the second leg of The Ocean Race Europe 2025. Ahead lies 1,400 nautical miles of hard running to Cartagena, Spain, with a midweek fly-by off Matosinhos-Porto to keep things lively.
23-08-2025