Joyous Winners of the Fireball Worlds Draw gear up for 2026 Races with P&B Jib

Published: 26 Feb 2026
56 boats from 13 countries didn't let the pandemic dampen their racing spirit as the 2026 Fireball Worlds Expression of Interest Draw saw its winners receive their new jib, courtesy of the P&B.

The sea is a fickle friend, ready to test the metal of the most seasoned sailors. Yet, the brave hearts of the Fireball Worlds Expressions of Interest Draw have shown no signs of backing down. Among this audacious bunch hailing from 13 diverse countries and sailing 56 eager boats, a UK team and a Czech sailor stand triumphant, each scoring a major win.

The moment was captured at the Dinghy and Watersports Show as the Scott duo received their prize from P&B’s Rhys Rollitt. Imagine the sails filled with the invigorating sea breeze, leveraging its power to cut through the waves and establish dominance in the competition. Life at sea does not get any better! P&B, globally trusted by competitive sailors, proudly reiterated their dedication to nurturing class development through innovative sail design and fitting boat outfits.

Coming July, the twelve-day tournament incorporating the UK Nationals is set to polarize all attention towards the Fireball Worlds Championship. The sea will not cut any slack, and the sailors know it too well. Enveloped in their technical gear by P&B, the participating yachts will engage in a battle of skill, strategy, and seamanship.

So, will the victor’s jib help Derian and Andy Scott climb the results table? Only time will tell. But as salty air meets the course-markers and the race commences, the spirit of competition will unfurl alongside the colorful sails over the horizon.