Race Articles
The world-renowned Clipper Race, famous for transforming everyday individuals into remarkable ocean racers, set sail from Seattle, commencing the thrilling next stage of their round-the-world adventure. The ten-strong fleet of identical yachts, crewed by ordinary people hailing from diverse walks of life, bid goodbye to the Bell Harbor Marina, motoring through the scenic Puget Sound towards their next destination: Panama. The Clipper Race’s departure from Seattle marked a significant milestone in its history.
29-04-2026
Sailors all over the globe recently tuned their eyes and navigational senses towards two exciting events: the Jack Turner Trophy IOM Open 2026 at Birkenhead’s renowned Radio Sailing & Power Club and the Warsash Spring Championship. Seventeen sailors competed for the illustrious Jack Turner Trophy. The day kicked off with a promising westerly breeze and sunlight glimmering on the water’s surface. Racing got underway on time under the scrutiny of RO pair, Neil Westbrook and Dave Williams.
19-04-2026
After one of the world's toughest sailing challenges, the Clipper Race fleet, carrying 15 Aussie sailors, docks at Fremantle, WA, to a grand welcome.
11-12-2025
Sail takes a back seat this weekend as the offshore racers roll in for Round 4 of the 2025 UKOPRA Championship — and this one’s set to be a belter. The Lymington Challenge kicks off Saturday, August 9th, with a fleet of 15 boats battling it out in the fast-flowing waters of the Western Solent. Expect noise, speed, and a proper offshore showdown between Hamstead Ledge and the Needles.
08-08-2025
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
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
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
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 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 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
The enthralling second day of the venerable Tre Golfi Sailing Week's IMA Maxi European Championship Inshore Series sets new benchmarks.
20-05-2025
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