Dinghy-Racing Articles

2025 ILCA Senior European Championships – Drama in Marstrand

Boats slipped out on time at 09:30, but the Bravo course became a waiting game. The ILCA 6 Women Gold fleet sat under AP flags as a shaky 4–5 knot breeze toyed with the race committee. A string of general recalls didn’t help, and the first start didn’t stick until after 12:15. That delay trickled through to the Women’s Silver and the ILCA 6 Men sharing the same patch of water.
2025 ILCA Senior European Championships
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From light airs to heavy hitters — Marstrand turns up the heat at the ILCA Europeans.

29-08-2025

Unveiling the Top-notch Skippers for 2026 New York Yacht Club International Women's Championship

Esteemed Skippers Invited to New York Yacht Club International Women's Championship 2026
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The countdown for the New York Yacht Club International Women’s Championship in 2026 has begun, and with it comes the thrill of competition, teamwork, and the anticipation of great sailing races. A major milestone in the preparations for this exciting event is the unveiling of the invited skippers. Among the notable names is South African sailor Dominique Provoyeur, an ardent competitor with a rich history of racing, having represented her country in the 2008 Olympics.
14-07-2025

Experience History Through Motion: Unveiling the Oldest Video Footage Capturing the Solo Dinghy Class at Sea

Journey back in time to relive nautical history, as we unveil the oldest known video footage depicting the elegant Solo Dinghy Class.
13-04-2025