Race Articles

Aussie Sailors Turf: Clipper Race Fleet Overcomes World's Toughest Sailing Challenges to Dock in Fremantle

After an incredible 4,800nm race from Cape Town, South Africa, overcoming notorious winds of 50 knots, ‘phenomenal’ sea states, and frigid temperatures, the Clipper Race fleet has arrived at Fremantle, WA. Australia welcomed its heroes, including a Viictorian firefighter and a Perth doctor, among the 15 Australian nationals returning home.

The third leg of the Clipper Race circumnavigation is one of the most challenging routes taken on by sailors, sailing through the infamous Roaring Forties. This remote region remains an elusive voyage for many due to its extreme weather conditions and inherent perils.

Among the returning Aussies is Craig Head, a project manager from South Bunbury, Western Australia. As part of the winning team, GOSH, he spoke of the formidable yet exhilarating experience of racing the Roaring Forties. The sense of accomplishment echoing from his words, Craig exclaimed joyously about his well-deserved homecoming.

11-12-2025

Engines Over Canvas – The Lymington Challenge Powers In

Crews from across the UK, Sweden, and Spain are lining up in Classes 1, 1L, 2 and 3. The course loops the Solent’s finest backdrops — 78 and 62 nautical mile races, depending on class — with the start/finish line north of Newtown Creek. The racers will loop past coastal vantage points up to four times, giving fans multiple chances to watch the action thunder by. The Big Boats: Class 1 + 1L Championship leaders Double Trouble (Eastwood Racing, with Gary Aldington at the helm) are looking to cement their position at the top, but they’ll have to fend off heavyweight challengers.

08-08-2025

Ultim SVR Lazartigue Outraces the Opposition at Rolex Fastnet: Supermaxis Primed

In a thrilling turn of events at the Rolex Fastnet race, French Ultim SVR Lazartigue beats Banque Populaire by an hour to round Fastnet Rock first.

27-07-2025

Victory in DYSC Marine Supplies Winter Series Race 1

Melbourne, VIC – Under crisp winter skies and a solid northerly breeze, the Ocean Racing Club of Victoria’s (ORCV) DYSC Marine Supplies Winter Series Race 1 delivered spectacular racing this weekend. With 36 boats lining up for the start, competitors were treated to classic Port Phillip conditions – shifting winds between 10 to 20 knots, flat seas, and plenty of tactical opportunities.

26-06-2025

Round the Island Race 2025

Good luck to all taking part in today's the Round the Island Race 2025, 7th June. Organised by the Island Sailing Club, this annual spectacle draws over 1,700 boats and 16,000 sailors, making it one of the largest yacht races globally and the fourth largest mass participation sporting event in the UK.

07-06-2025

Betting a head of Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix

SailGP Hits the Bookies as High-Speed Catamarans Return to New York. SailGP, the high-octane, data-fuelled racing league that’s turned sailing into a stadium sport, has dropped anchor in the world of sports betting. Just ahead of this weekend’s Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix (June 7–8), the global series is now letting fans back their hunches with a wager or two.

04-06-2025

The Admiral’s Cup

The Admiral’s Cup stands as one of the most storied and prestigious events in the world of offshore yacht racing, a competition that has long been regarded as the unofficial world championship of the sport.

28-05-2025

The 100th Rolex Fastnet Race

The Rolex Fastnet Race, one of the most prestigious offshore yacht races, is set to celebrate its centenary on Saturday, 26 July 2025. Organised by the Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC), this 695-nautical mile race will commence from Cowes on the Isle of Wight and conclude in Cherbourg-en-Cotentin.

25-05-2025

Inshore Embellishments Shine on Day 2 of the Tre Golfi Sailing Week IMA Maxi Championship

The enthralling second day of the venerable Tre Golfi Sailing Week's IMA Maxi European Championship Inshore Series sets new benchmarks.

20-05-2025

Stone Sailing Club Gears up to Host the Thrilling Kick-off of the 2025 GJW Direct Phantom Super Series

The idyllic Stone Sailing Club is all set to usher in the exhilarating 2025 GJW Direct Phantom Super Series. Expect a spectacle of high-speed water action like none other.

02-04-2025