Olympics Articles

Harken UK Pledges Continual Support to British Sailing Team Ahead of Los Angeles 2028 Olympics

Celebrating a sporting partnership that has weathered the test of time, Harken UK has proudly declared a fresh agreement to continue their alliance with the illustrious British Sailing Team, igniting ambitions for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. Their sustained cooperation is a testament to Harken’s unwavering commitment to performance sailing at every level, from novice learners to the highest-tier professional sailors globally.

Their renewed partnership fosters an environment ripe for Britain’s emerging and established sailors, offering opportunities to thrive and excel. The wholesale benefits include access to Harken’s specialised knowledge, product counsel, and their market-leading hardware at preferential, discounted rates. This uplift in the partnership enables both collaborators to drive R&D initiatives to upgrade their deck hardware scope and serve all ranks of sailors partaking in the sport.

17-03-2026

Olympic Talent, and Unpredictable Winds in Balatonfüred

2025 EurILCA Europa Cup HUN: Record Fleet, Olympic Talent.
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From the very first boat arriving at the Balatonfüredi Yacht Club, it was clear that this year’s edition would be a record-breaker. The ILCA 4 class (formerly Laser 4.7) was the star of the show, with 84 entries, making it the largest fleet of the event. The ILCA 6 class drew international attention with high-profile sailors including Nethra Kumanan (India), the first Indian woman to qualify for the Olympic Games in sailing, Ameena Shah (Kuwait), and Ines Gmati (Tunisia).
24-09-2025

Marstrand 2025: New Champions, Fresh Legends, and History Rewritten at the ILCA Europeans

The 2025 ILCA Senior European Championships & Open European Trophy closed in Marstrand after six days of shifting breezes, rising swells, and fierce racing. When the spray settled, Europe’s best had been crowned in the ILCA 7, ILCA 6 Women, and ILCA 6 Men fleets. This year’s results didn’t just decide medals – they carved fresh names into the ILCA Hall of Fame and rewrote the historical record.
26-08-2025

Australian Sailing Team and Element 6 Evolution Carry Forward Elite Partnership on Road to LA 2028

Australia's acclaimed sailing team and top-rated Element 6 Evolution extend their paramount partnership in a drive towards LA 2028 Olympic Games.
31-07-2025

Hamilton Island Race Week to showcase Olympic class sailing

Hamilton Island Race Week’s 40th anniversary celebrations are hotting up, with more than 160 entries confirmed for the annual sailing regatta to be contested from 16-23 August in the glorious Whitsunday Islands.
05-07-2025

Australian Sailing Team Continues Successful Partnership with B&G Through to Los Angeles 2028 Olympics

The Australian Sailing Team (AST) has reinforced its bond with sailing navigation supremos B&G, extending a productive eight-year partnership.
02-07-2025

Australian Athletes Ready to Take the Sails: Breaking New Ground at French Olympic Week

Australia's seasoned sailors have their sights set on French Olympic Week, ready to harness the winds to charge full speed ahead.
21-04-2025

Lanzarote's Marina Rubicón Set to Blaze a Trail with First iQFOiL Games of the LA 2028 Olympic Cycle

The inaugural iQFOiL International Games of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic cycle are poised to make breakers at Marina Rubicón, Lanzarote.
27-01-2025