The Olympic Clock Starts Ticking There are seasons in Olympic sailing — and then there are turning points. 2027 will be one of them. With World Sailing confirming the key dates for the two-person Olympic events, the roadmap to Los Angeles 2028 has come sharply into focus. And with it, a logistical and competitive challenge that few athletes will navigate cleanly. Because this isn’t just a championship year. It’s a qualification year.