International-Competition Articles
From Seven Cutters to Seven Hundred Boats
The Cowes story began on 10 August 1826, when seven cutters gathered off Cowes Castle to compete for a gold cup worth the princely sum of £600 — a fortune at the time. There were no racing rules, no handicaps, and no race committees — just wind, tide, and nerve. At the firing of the start gun, they weighed anchor and tore off down the Solent.
© Michael Hodges
Two Hundred Years, One Timeless Race — Cowes Week 2026: Where History Still Sails
18-05-2026
For fans of speed, technology, and pure adrenaline on water, this marks the return of one of sailing’s most respected names. With a reputation forged in America’s Cup campaigns and global circuits, Artemis brings back a mix of experience, innovation, and Swedish competitive spirit that will raise the stakes in SailGP’s record-breaking sixth season.
The new season opens in January 2026 in Perth, Australia, and Artemis will be there, foils humming, ready to prove themselves against the fastest boats and sharpest minds in the sport.
20-10-2025