Antigua-360-Race Articles
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.
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From 100-foot maxis to Corinthian Class40s
21-02-2026
The Antigua 360 Race, a high-profile event organized by the Royal Ocean Racing Club together with the Antigua Yacht Club, signaled the end of the grand 2025 RORC Nelson’s Cup Series. The contest started from Fort Charlotte and saw 35 global teams embarking on a gripping 48-nautical mile showdown around the vibrant locale of Antigua. A consistent 15-knot breeze from the southeast created a perfectly dramatic backdrop for this maritime showpiece event.
Victory belonged to Niklas Zennstrom’s Carkeek 52 Rán, which emerged as the undisputed champion of the Antigua 360 Race after IRC time correction. Rán’s Project Manager, Tim Powell, attributed the win to a tactically superior performance and flawless manoeuvres throughout the race.
22-02-2025