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RORC Nelson’s Cup Series 2026 - Race Ready in Antigua

RORC Nelson’s Cup 2026: Antigua’s Final Proving Ground Before the Caribbean 600 The Caribbean campaign is shifting up a gear. The format is deceptively simple: two days of tight coastal racing in the waters off Falmouth and English Harbour, followed by the Antigua 360 — a full circumnavigation of the island. But simplicity is not the same as ease. The Nelson’s Cup compresses decision-making, exposes weaknesses and demands precision in conditions that mirror exactly what crews will face offshore days later.
RORC Nelson’s Cup 2026: The Final Caribbean Proving Ground Before the 600
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From 100-foot maxis to Corinthian Class40s

21-02-2026

Anticipation Builds as the 2026 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta Approaches: A Nautical Festival Not to Be Missed

As the maritime world prepares to tilt its compass towards the sunny exotic reaches of Antigua in 2026, anticipation abounds for the Classic Yacht Regatta. This much-awaited event, renowned worldwide, calls every sailing enthusiast to its shores for an unmatched experience of camaraderie, competition, and charm.

The Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta is an annual much-loved gathering that celebrates the beauty and elegance of classic yachts. An event that consistently showcases a spectacle of sleek hulls and billowing sails against the dreamy backdrop of the Caribbean Sea. For sailing purists and enthusiasts, the shipshape structures and elegant riggings of these classic yachts never fail to captivate.

04-05-2025

The Essential Tradewinds Re-emerge, Underscoring the Thrills of the Renowned Antigua Sailing Week

Heartening news for boating enthusiasts- the consistent tradewinds are making a resurgence at the Antigua Sailing Week.
02-05-2025

A Sailors' Paradise: The Relentless Duel Between Race and Rally at Antigua's ASW 2025

Welcome aboard a fierce competition where sails meet the Caribbean air, a nautical masterpiece – Antigua's ASW 2025 Challenge.
13-03-2025

Sponsors, teams and partners set the stage for the 16th RORC Caribbean 600 in Antigua

The Royal Ocean Racing Club's (RORC) Caribbean 600 is returning for its sixteenth year, with sponsors, partners, and maritime enthusiasts ready for yet another vibrant spectacle in Antigua.
20-02-2025