Racing Articles
Magnificent waves, unyielding spirits, and infinite boundaries of the sea witnessed a benchmark achievement in the world of sailing recently as Belgium Ocean Racing smashed the Class40 24-hour World Distance Record. This groundbreaking achievement was unveiled on the adrenaline–charged battlefield of the Globe40.
Leading this exceptional venture was Jonas Gerckens’ Belgian team, comprising of the indomitable sailors Benoit Hantzperg and Renaud Dehareng. The formidable threesome showcased an extraordinary performance, championing a mesmerising distance of 452.22 nautical miles in a mere span of 24 hours. Average speed? A dazzling 18.84 knots.
This triumph has not merely rewritten history. It has raised the bar of speed and endurance, breaking the previous record held by Guillaume Pirouelle since July 2024, situated at 440.2 miles. That’s a resounding leap of 12 miles!
14-10-2025
The anticipation was palpable as the ITCA Rooster Southern Series 2025 sailed into its grand finale at the Shoreham Super South. This thrilling climax followed a string of exciting events that welcomed a mix of seasoned sailors and promising newcomers, resulting in a year characterised by world-class competition and mutual camaraderie among all participants.
The Shoreham Super South, held on 11-12th October, saw the stalwart Southern Topper sailors battling it out for the top spots. Despite challenging light wind conditions, the hosting club, Shoreham SC, skillfully maneuvered to run four races, resulting in a considerable display of both sailing prowess and resilience under potentially unfavorable circumstances.
13-10-2025
Thirteen notable events across one gripping season, the ILCA Northern Series 2025, sponsored by PerformanceSailcraft.com, showcased incredible single-handed racing talent.
13-10-2025
At the enthralling Offshore Double Handed World Championships 2025 finale, France emerges victorious, showcasing the allure of offshore sailing.
05-10-2025
Echo of Sails and Roar of Waves: A Close Look at the 2025 Hobie 16 Open North American Championships
A riveting account of the 2025 Hobie 16 Open North American Championships, a thrilling competition under varying wind conditions and surging waves.
03-10-2025
The 2025 JOG Season ended on a thrilling note at the Henri-Lloyd Cowes-Lymington weekend, challenging crews with shifting winds and testing tidal conditions.
02-10-2025
Two fantastic sailing events set the waters alight: The Welstead September Yawl Open, Blue Fleet and HD Sails Scottish Solo Travellers event at Dalgety Bay Sailing Club.
02-10-2025
The picturesque town of Malcesine is gearing up to host the Inclusive World Championship 2.4mr 2025, celebrating barrier-free sailing and inclusivity in sports.
01-10-2025
Biotherm, a French-flagged IMOCA, has skilfully sailed to victory in the final leg of The Ocean Race Europe 2025, securing their overall dominance.
15-09-2025
The thrilling 2025 Offshore Double Handed World Championships sees 22 teams from six continents push their boundaries, set to unravel between September 22nd and October 1st.
14-09-2025
In an exhilarating sailing spectacle, the inaugural Hobie Wave Grand Prix was recently staged at the Vincentia Sailing Club.
12-09-2025
The new Maxi Edmond de Rothschild, a masterpiece in the yachting world, has had its unveiling postponed to ensure its state-of-the-art finishing touches are flawless.
11-09-2025
The first leg of the historic and prestigious La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec regatta offers plenty of excitement and demanding sailing maneuvers.
10-09-2025
Day 2 of the 2025 Star World Championship in Split, Croatia unraveled a canvas of tactical acumen, courage, and relentless triumph on the unpredictable Adriatic waters.
09-09-2025
The Vaikobi 18ft Skiff Team, helmed by luminary Kirk Mitchell, is gearing up to make waves in the upcoming 2025-26 Australian 18 Footers League's season.
07-09-2025
Ever wondered what's beneath the polished surface of a championship racing boat? Join us as we 'unbox' the Bieker Moth with Kyle Stoneham.
06-09-2025
The Yare and Bure Open Sailing Weekend at Horning Sailing Club is a celebration of resilience, adaptability, and family strength.
06-09-2025
The 14th edition of the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race commences, signaling the start of an exhilarating 11-month-long maritime challenge.
04-09-2025
The 2025 J/24 World Championship in Plymouth is a gathering of 250 sailors from across the globe, keenly eying the crown. Who are the possible victors to watch?
03-09-2025
Charting the thrilling chronicle of the XR 41, a ship that sailed from the drawing board to the gleaming podium of the World Championship.
02-09-2025
Cascais, Portugal, is proving to be a sailor's utopia as it hosts the iconic 2025 Finn Gold Cup, offering exceptional conditions and thrilling race days.
02-09-2025
The eagerly awaited 2025 Melbourne to Hobart Yacht Race presents a call for entries and a new premium partner, On Track Meals.
26-08-2025
The yachting world welcomes the exhilarating start of Poole and Burnham weeks, with splendid weather conditions and a hefty mix of anticipation, competition and camaraderie.
25-08-2025
An unexpected twist in The Ocean Race Europe sees Team Holcim-PRB triumph via a redress ruling.
24-08-2025
The 2025 Snipe North American Championship in San Diego welcomed spectacular conditions for sailing, as evident in the riveting photo gallery by Bob Betancourt.
24-08-2025
Fresh winds are blowing in the Nacra 17 class as Mateo Majdalani takes the presidential helm, promising to elevate the sport to new heights.
22-08-2025
Day 4 of the Flying Fifteen Worlds saw contenders battling in gusty winds and reclaiming racing discipline.
20-08-2025
Sailing enthusiasts recently rendezvoused at Hythe and Weecher Sailing Clubs, participating in spectacular championship races, showcasing their exceptional navigation skills and sportsmanship.
20-08-2025
Delve into the fascinating history of the Australian 18 Footers League and uncover how it pioneered sailing in the region.
13-08-2025
Collision drama as two boats forced back to Kiel minutes into The Ocean Race Europe.
The Ocean Race Europe barely had time to catch its breath before chaos hit. Just one mile into Leg One, two of the IMOCA giants – Team Holcim PRB and Allagrande MAPEI Racing – collided side-to-side at high speed in the tight, jostling opening exchanges, sending both skippers and shore crews scrambling.
12-08-2025
Strap in for six weeks of offshore mayhem. Seven of the fastest, foiling, fully-crewed IMOCAs on the planet — and their multination, mixed-gender crews — are setting out from Kiel this weekend on a 4,500-nautical mile sprint-slugfest to Boka Bay, Montenegro.
11-08-2025
As sunshine bathed the first leg of The Ocean Race Europe in Kiel, Germany, a startling collision between two entrants added a jolt of adrenaline to the proceedings.
10-08-2025
The Ocean Race Europe experienced a thrilling start to its first leg in Kiel, Germany, including a dramatic collision.
10-08-2025
From 9 to 14 September 2025, Europe’s finest windsurfing talents will gather in Punta Ala, engaging in riveting competition and delivering a spectacular sporting event.
09-08-2025
Big boats. Big stakes. Bigger delays. The Britannia Cup showdown saw Tony Langley’s Gladiator muscle into Class Zero, joining the heavyweight fleet on a day when patience proved the sailor’s greatest virtue.
09-08-2025
Irish offshore sailor Tom Dolan seizes the runner-up spot in the Fig'Armor, showcasing powerful precision as he prepares for the Solitaire du Figaro.
09-08-2025
As the Gran Canaria Wingfoil World Cup hits the water, it's an epic contest between Nía Suardíaz, the reigning champ, and her formidable rival Mar de Arce.
08-08-2025
Tracing the Course of Women in Competitive Sailing: International Championships and Qualifying Races
An exhilarating narrative of women's ascent in competitive sailing, navigating two key events with some of the sport's most accomplished female skippers.
08-08-2025
An exhilarating day unfolded at the Tenby Sailing Club, the site of the gripping 2025 GP14 National Championship.
07-08-2025
There aren’t many sailing events that can claim near-century status with their class, culture, and charisma still fully intact. The Bacardi Cup does it all with a wink and a wedge of lime. Now entering its 99th year, the Bacardi Cup is one of the most iconic, enduring regattas in the world—and one of the very few where the drinks sponsor has been onboard since the start.
07-08-2025
Cowes Week began under a light north‑westerly breeze, with all eyes on the forecast: Storm Floris, emerging from Iceland, promised a dramatic shift in wind direction and intensity later in the day
Due to the lighter airs and anticipated changes, race officials postponed the start for two hours and shifted larger Black‑Group yachts off the Royal Yacht Squadron (RYS) line to a committee‑boat start off Beaulieu, while smaller keelboats and one‑design fleets, including the J/70s, SB20s, Etchells, Dragons, Flying 15s and others, were held offshore near Thorness before any gun was fired
06-08-2025
Will Farnell Named ORCV Youth Sailor of the Year
The Ocean Racing Club of Victoria has named 16-year-old Will Farnell as its 2025 Youth Sailor of the Year — a fitting title for a young man who’s already logged more sea miles than many twice his age, and who carries the saltwater tradition in his bones.
04-08-2025
Battle lines are drawn as Stone's Sailing Club prepares to host the exhilarating Kestrel National Championship in August 2025.
04-08-2025
The coastal town of Penzance prepares to host the Scorpion Nationals, an electrifying sailing competition flavoured with an 80's theme.
03-08-2025
CHERBOURG, July 2025 — The rain eased and the rum bottles emptied as dawn broke over Port Chantereyne, Cherbourg. The tension, the tides, and the spinnakers finally settled after one of the closest Admiral’s Cup battles in decades, with Peter Harrison and Monaco’s own Pierre Casiraghi leading Team Jolt to a dramatic win aboard their TP52 Jolt 3 and the Carkeek 40 Jolt 6. Ten points clear of Karl Kwok’s ever-formidable Beau Geste, the Royal Thames lads (with help from the Yacht Club de Monaco) stood tallest after a week of ferocious racing.
02-08-2025
The Royal North of Ireland Yacht Club (RNIYC) gears up for the fervently awaited Mercedes-Benz RS400 Eurocup and UK-Irish National Championship 2025.
01-08-2025
The Rolex Admiral’s Cup fleet spent a wild second night offshore, taking on the long, punishing beat through the Celtic Sea. The wind wasn’t ferocious, but the sea state was—big Atlantic swell, relentless chop, and a hard-earned haul towards one of offshore racing’s most iconic landmarks: the Fastnet Rock. Standing 54 metres tall, forged from Cornish granite, the lighthouse marks more than just a turning point in the Rolex Fastnet Race. In its 100th edition, it’s a century-old beacon of salt, grit, and glory.
01-08-2025
The world's most prestigious youth match racing championship, the Governor's Cup, had two days full of riveting competitions, champions rising, and favorites faltering.
01-08-2025
Yacht Club de Monaco (YCM) secured a remarkable victory in the Admiral’s Cup 2025, concluding an outstanding debut in the iconic race's 71-year history.
30-07-2025
After the cannon roared, the fleet scattered like gulls in a gale. Black Pearl (YCCS), skippered by Stefan Jentzch, wasted no time — tacking straight toward the mainland shore. She sniffed out a lift and took it like a thief in the night, gaining ground fast. But out near the island side, Jolt 3 (YCM) helmed by Peter Harrison, was all business — early leader on the water and staying sticky to the fleet like barnacles on a buoy.
30-07-2025
As the Admiral’s Cup fleet thundered west toward Start Point, the gloves were off and the tactics got real. The leaders split north of the rhumb line—Black Pearl taking the high road, while Eric de Turckheim’s Teasing Machine dug in low and fast to the south. Black Pearl rounded Start Point with a boat length to spare over Jolt 3, both storming along at nine knots. Slightly offshore, Rán and Teasing Machine were pushing harder, notching up close to ten.
29-07-2025
Well-executed strategies and heart-stopping moments punctuated Day 2 of the Musto Lark National Championship 2025, held at the South Caernarvonshire Yacht Club.
28-07-2025
European sailors showcased their prowess at the 2025 ILCA 4 Youth World Championships, claiming an incredible nine out of twelve possible podium spots.
28-07-2025
The eagerly-anticipated Noakes Sydney Gold Coast Yacht Race 2025 commenced amidst stunning winter weather, showcasing a thrilling, adrenaline-fuelled day on the waves.
26-07-2025
Melges Performance Sailboats makes waves as they announce the eagerly anticipated US launch of the Switch One Design, an innovative foiling dinghy.
25-07-2025
Day 4 of the WASZP Games 2025 was a dynamic mix of sunshine, wind, and racing cut short by rain. Get an inside look.
25-07-2025
The Snipe Women's World Championship 2025 Races were marked by intense competition with impressive performances under challenging sailing conditions in Enoshima, Japan.
24-07-2025
The Admiral’s Cup roared to life with a deceptively light start — and then reminded everyone why it’s earned its legend. The 160nm Channel Race looked tame leaving the Solent, but by sunrise the next day, the fleet limped back soaked to the skin, eyes red and salt-blasted. A confused sea, building pressure topping 25 knots, and a foaming downwind leg back from France — it was a full-pelt Atlantic slap in the face. The final reach to the finish? A screecher, with kites straining and helms gritted.
24-07-2025
Following a Covid-induced hiatus, New Zealand's 18 footer skiff racing community readies another action-packed season, replicating the island's long history of nautical innovation and excellence.
23-07-2025
2025 brought impressive inshore races to the Admiral's Cup competition. Tag along through iconic visuals capturing the exhilarating maritime contest.
22-07-2025
Immerse yourself in the energising and enthralling inshore races of the 2025 Admiral's Cup, faithfully captured by renowned photographer, David Maynard.
22-07-2025
After a season's absence, Team Leeloo racks up a stunning last-minute surge to clinch the Picasso Cup held in stunning Kristinehamn.
21-07-2025
Under blazing skies and with the Solent simmering in summer heat, the UKOPRA Offshore Powerboat Championships roared back into action on Saturday with the third round of the series: the legendary “Solent 80.” Eighteen boats took on the demanding clockwise circuit around the Isle of Wight, delivering drama, mechanical heartbreak, and spectacular performances—classic offshore racing in all its noisy, unpredictable glory.
21-07-2025
The exciting Yachting World Dayboat Open unfolded at Poole Yacht club generating high octane action over two days.
21-07-2025
The opener for the 2025 Tornado Open, Mixed and Youth World Championships marked a spectacular start brimming with high-seas drama.
20-07-2025
Wouldn’t be the first time a Jean-Pierre Kelbert design came in sideways and stole the silverware. His initials are stamped on the transom — literally — and his boats have a reputation for upsetting the pecking order in offshore racing. The 34-foot JPK 1050 might just be the sharpest new weapon in a fleet of 73, and it’s already shown a flash of brilliance.
20-07-2025
The 2025 Long Beach Olympic Classes Regatta witnessed top-drawer competition defining a week of sailing supremacy.
19-07-2025
SailGP, the much-anticipated global sailing event, makes its grand UK stop in Portsmouth. The city buzzes with thrill as renowned sailors gear up, with spectators eagerly waiting.
18-07-2025
In the 2025 Noakes Sydney Gold Coast Yacht Race, a competitive field of J/99 yachts turns heads as they dominate the Double Handed Division.
18-07-2025
Prepare to set sail in the exhilarating 2025 Melges 24 U.S. National Championship, hosted under the vibrant blue skies of Pensacola Yacht Club.
16-07-2025
The 2025 Transpac is full steam ahead, and the fleet is chewing through the miles toward that sweet slice of volcanic paradise: the Diamond Head finish line off Honolulu. It’s the 53rd running of this epic 2,225-mile dash across the Pacific — and it hasn’t disappointed. A race born in 1906, Transpac is part marathon, part chess match, part saltwater soap opera. This year’s show kicked off with staggered starts over five days — a pursuit-style shuffle that’s split the fleet and stirred the pot.
16-07-2025
The much-anticipated Round 4 of Cape 31 Mediterranean Circuit is about to usher in thrilling sailing action, as it berths in the vibrant coastal city of Imperia.
15-07-2025
Whitstable Yacht Club's annual celebration of Laser/ILCA racing, Laserfest 2025, saw a robust participation of 40 boats hailing from local and distant clubs.
15-07-2025
The New York Yacht Club has rolled out the third announcement of skippers for its International Women's Championship in 2026.
14-07-2025
The 7th South West Travellers set sail at Dittisham Sailing Club, presenting a day filled with bright sun, robust gusts, and riveting sailing competition.
14-07-2025
Experience the thrilling sailing journey of the radiant orange International 14, Zog, in the 2025 Lord Birkett Trophy.
13-07-2025
This weekend, the waters of the Solent will come alive with high-octane action as Round 3 of the 2025 UKOPRA Offshore Powerboat Championship roars into Haslar Marina for the much-anticipated Solent 80. Set for Saturday, 12 July, this event is shaping up to be a showcase of raw speed, adrenaline-fuelled competition, and technical mastery – all played out against the iconic backdrop of the south coast’s legendary boating waters.
12-07-2025
The Rolex Fastnet Race could see fierce competition in the IRC Three class, with an impressive array of smaller vessels set for exhilarating matchups.
11-07-2025
IRC Zero has a rich seam of ocean-going history running through it. While French round the world race legend Jean-Luc Van Den Heede (aka VDH) isn’t competing in the Rolex Fastnet Race, two of his former steeds will be on the IRC Zero start line.
10-07-2025
Just 100 days to go until SailGP – the most exciting racing on water – takes flight on the stunning Bay of Cadíz, the global racing championship has today announced that Global Smart Logistics Partner, DP World, will become Title Partner of the Spain Sail Grand Prix, the penultimate event of the 2025 Season Calendar. Unfolding over two action-packed days of racing in the Andalucía region of Spain (October 4-5, 2025), the event marks SailGP’s fourth visit to the city of Cádiz.
10-07-2025
The 2025 International Moth Worlds at Lake Garda, Italy, offer an exhilarating mix of racing action, with Day Two seeing hopeful anticipation stymied by challenging conditions, while Day Five teems with thrilling technical skill showcases.
09-07-2025
Seventeen boats begin the 2,225-mile Pacific Crossing in light air conditions in Transpac's second start
The chase is on in the 53rd edition of the 2025 Transpacific Yacht Race, with 17 boats in three divisions departing Los Angeles today on their 2,225-mile journey to Honolulu. While these boats are competing within their own divisions, they are also chasing down the 16 entrants that started on Tuesday, July 1—preparing to be chased by 20 more that start on Saturday, July 5.
08-07-2025
The 17th Taittinger Royal Solent Yacht Club Regatta showcased the thrilling highs and challenges of yacht racing, with 198 boats battling choppy waves and gusty winds.
07-07-2025
Biotherm's sail team has anchored in Kiel, charging their energies for the upcoming Ocean Race Europe, commencing on August 10, 2025.
06-07-2025
Ferrari Sets Sail: The Hypersail Project Blends Automotive Genius with Oceanic Innovation
Ferrari, a name synonymous with blistering speed, engineering precision, and automotive luxury, has made a bold move beyond racetracks and into the realm of offshore sailing. In an announcement that stunned both the automotive and maritime worlds, Ferrari unveiled Project Hypersail, an audacious fusion of Formula 1-grade technology, renewable energy, and cutting-edge naval architecture.
05-07-2025
After undergoing a massive refit, the Trimaran SVR-Lazartigue has triumphantly reclaimed its natural habitat- the sea.
04-07-2025
In the Course des Caps yacht race, Onboard Reporters (OBRs) take us on an immersive experience, documenting life at sea with breath-taking visuals and compelling narratives.
03-07-2025
The fight to claim the prestigious monohull line honours prize in the centenary edition of the Royal Ocean Racing Club’s Rolex Fastnet Race is lining up to be a tough one between the world’s fastest 100ft maxi yachts. The winner of the Erivale Trophy for monohull line honours will follow a long line of the most significant offshore racing yachts of all time, such as Rambler 88, Comanche, ICAP Leopard 3, Alfa Romeo, Stealth, Steinlager 2, Congere, Nirvana, Condor, American Eagle, Gitana IV, Stormvogel, Latifa, among many others.
03-07-2025
Marstrand challenges Lanzarote Calero Sailing Team in one of the toughest regattas on the circuit
Lanzarote Calero Sailing Team wrapped up their participation in the 44Cup Marstrand in 10th place after a week marked by extreme weather conditions that tested the international sailing elite. Strong winds and a rough sea state caused by Friday’s storm created a technically and physically demanding setting, even forcing the cancellation of the previous day’s racing for safety reasons.
03-07-2025
At the Helly Hansen Merlin Rocket Week 2025, competitors were greeted with challenging weather and exhilarating races, making Day 4 a spectacle to remember.
02-07-2025
The 2025 Helly Hansen Merlin Rocket Week showcases a breathtaking panorama of strategic maneuvers and sails ripping the wind at Salcombe Yacht Club.
02-07-2025
The 2000 Millenium Series 4 recently took place at the Chichester Yacht Club, with competitors experiencing superior sailing conditions and thrilling racing.
01-07-2025
The Lanzarote Calero Sailing Team is heading into the third stage of the 2025 44Cup in Marstrand, Sweden, with a clear objective: to turn the season around and climb the overall rankings. The team returns to these waters with good memories, having claimed a remarkable third place the last time they raced in Marstrand back in 2011.
26-06-2025
Now 20+ years old, the Class40 has proved itself one of the most successful genre of offshore race boat ever. Since Géry Trentesaux and class co-founder, round the world sailor and journalist Patrice Carpentier entered their first Pogo 40 in the 2005 edition, the Rolex Fastnet Race has included a strong entry from this French box rule class, providing it with its own class since 2009. Today the Rolex Fastnet Race features in the Class40’s main championship.
25-06-2025
The annual Hamilton Island Race Week celebration, entering its 40th year, introduces an exciting line-up of world-class Olympic sailors.
24-06-2025
The adrenaline-fuelled start to the Squib National Championship 2025 sees competitors facing severe wind shifts and teasing victories.
24-06-2025
Sailors of the RS600 fleet journeyed south and ignited the seas at the Warsash Sailing Club in an exciting regatta event.
23-06-2025
Puck, Poland, becomes the playground for 440 determined young sailors, competing in the 2025 ILCA 4 Youth European Championships.
22-06-2025
Immerse yourself in the thrills of the first-ever exciting Cannes-Malta Race, a remarkable merger between prestigious sailing clubs and fascinating Mediterranean landscapes.
21-06-2025
World-class Fleet Embarks on Thrilling Journey as the 2025 IMOCA Globe Series Championship Commences
Top-notch sailing teams are aligning their compasses for the start of the captivating Course des Caps, marking the beginning of the 2025 IMOCA Globe Series Championship.
20-06-2025
Hold onto your hats and tighten your lifejackets—SailGP is going to Germany for the very first time, and it promises to be an event for the ages. On August 16–17, the high-octane sailing series known for rewriting the rules of maritime racing will descend on the town of Sassnitz, nestled on the Baltic gem that is the island of Rügen. This isn’t your grandfather’s regatta—this is SailGP, where boats fly, and reputations are forged at over 100 kilometres per hour.
17-06-2025
A spirited display unfolded on the waters as Bembridge and Medway Yacht Club hosted their mid-June sailing bonanzas, replete with high winds and impressive displays of seamanship.
16-06-2025
Explore the pivotal role and versatility of load pins in achieving enhanced performance on both yacht racing and cruising vessels.
15-06-2025
Esteemed sailor Ambrogio Beccaria is preparing for a highly anticipated debut in the world of IMOCA, backed by partner Mapei.
13-06-2025
In a surprise move, a substantial €850,000 discount has been announced on the luxury 41.4-metre Alia motor yacht Ruya, a vessel of striking features and acclaim.
12-06-2025
Diego Botin’s Spain SailGP Team leads the fleet after a stormy and tactical opening day of the Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix. France, ROCKWOOL Denmark and New Zealand are all hot on his heels for all-important leaderboard points heading into Championship Sunday.
12-06-2025
Baltimore Sailing Club from Ireland secured a respected third place at the 2025 Team Racing World Championship, demonstrating the strength of Irish sailing.
12-06-2025
Journey with us to UK's Hayling Island and Riccione, Italy, for the riveting 2025 ILCAUK Masters Nationals and A-Class Cat European Championships, respectively.
11-06-2025
Poole Bay 100 Offshore Powerboat will take place on Saturday June 14th, which will see teams competing for the second round of the 2025 UKOPRA Offshore Championships which will be hosted by Poole Quay Yacht Haven and organised by World Powerboats Events Ltd.
10-06-2025
Honours to Zoulou, skippered by 84-year-old Peter Cunningham
09-06-2025
BONDS Flying Roos Take Flight: Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds Hop Aboard Australia’s SailGP Juggernaut
09-06-2025
The Women's World Match Racing Tour recently celebrated the impressive victory of Team Baam at the 2025 Santa Maria Cup Event in Annapolis, USA.
08-06-2025
The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) enhances its commitment to community engagement by partnering with the prestigious Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix.
07-06-2025
Leaderboard spots shift as the winds pick up at the intense Galicia 52 Super Series Royal Cup, with American Magic Quantum Racing making a solid leap forward.
06-06-2025
Experience the surge of adventure as we reflect on the sensational sailing competitions that recently swept Staunton Harold and Draycote Water Sailing Clubs.
04-06-2025
The revamped Wild Thing 100, under the direction of Grant Wharington, is primed for a record-breaking attempt in the Sydney to Auckland Ocean Race.
04-06-2025
On the third day of the Casa Vela Cup 2025, teams battle it out in awe-inspiring matches, steering the course towards an electrifying final.
31-05-2025
After a turbulent hiatus led by the Covid pandemic, the prestigious Sydney Noumea Yacht Race sails back into the yachting season, testing the mettle of sailors in the vast Pacific waters once more.
30-05-2025
Exciting revelation from World Sailing, one of sailing's global governing bodies: The Techno293 has been confirmed as their equipment of choice for the Summer Youth Olympic Games Dakar 2026.
29-05-2025
Get a glimpse into the secretive and strategic world of the America's Cup, where power players engage in behind-the scenes maneuvers, as they vie for dominance on the high seas.
28-05-2025
The Unsung Heroes on the High Seas: Exploring the Exciting 2025 UK Firefighters Sailing Championship
Sailing the vast blue seas, the 2025 UK Firefighters prove their courage isn't limited to land as they showcase masterful sailing skills in this year's championship.
28-05-2025
The magnificence of the International 14 Prince of Wales Cup Week takes centre stage at the WPNSA, putting on an unforgettable sporting spectacle.
27-05-2025
Porto Cervo, 18 May 2025 – The Lanzarote Calero Sailing Team concluded its participation in the 44Cup Porto Cervo with heads held high and another important step forward in its journey within the demanding RC44 circuit. Although the final results did not reflect the full extent of the effort and dedication invested, the team delivered key tactical and competitive moments that confirm its continued evolution.
25-05-2025
The esteemed Fireball World Championships will grace the captivating English Riviera in 2026, promising a spectacle of intense high-speed sea competition.
24-05-2025
Are you ready to hoist the sails and embark on an exhilarating maritime adventure? Early Bird entries for Abersoch Dinghy Week 2025 are now open.
24-05-2025
Explore the rousing International 14 Prince of Wales Cup Week, brimming with competitive sailing and camaraderie offshore.
23-05-2025
For those with a passion for adventure and sea, the Southern Cross Series awaits. Three legendary races, one audacious goal. Are you ready?
22-05-2025
Steeped in adventure and sporting rivalry, the Topper Traveller Series at Parkstone Yacht Club offers a unique display of nautical excellence.
21-05-2025
A weekend of sail coaching at King George Sailing Club for women who embrace speed and spray. With SailingFast and Wildwind joining forces, this event was nothing short of fabulous.
20-05-2025
Step into the heart of the sailing world. Experience the adrenaline-pumping Allen Solo Midland Series at none other than the esteemed South Staffordshire sailing club.
19-05-2025
In the serene setting of Barton's Point Coastal Park, the adrenaline-fueled excitement of East Kent Radio Sailing Club's DF95 Spring Series unfolds.
18-05-2025
The prestigious Royal Thames Yacht Club hoists its sails on an exhilarating Day 1 of the Cumberland Cup 2025.
16-05-2025
The 74 Islands Distillery Airlie Beach Race Week sees a record registration roster. With more than a hundred yachts entered, it's a boating event like never before.
15-05-2025
Naples Prepares to Welcome Elite Yachting Community for the Louis Vuitton 38th America's Cup in 2027
Italy is set to serve as the picturesque setting for the prestigious Louis Vuitton 38th America's Cup in 2027, with the stunning city of Naples leading the charge.
15-05-2025
The third day of the esteemed Dragon World Championship, hosted by Tivoli Hotels & Resorts in Vilamoura, Portugal, showcased a captivating blend of suspense, speed, and strategy.
14-05-2025
Dive into this comprehensive analysis of the Exposure Marine Fastnet Race Kit, specially curated for the high-stakes watersports enthusiast.
14-05-2025
Unfurl your sails for a thrilling journey on the eve of Yorkshire Dales Sailing Club's Contender Open.
13-05-2025
It's a head-to-head battle of nautical legends: the nimble, swift Pyewacket 70 rivals endurance champion, the steadfast Kialoa III.
10-05-2025
Day One of the eagerly awaited Cape 31 Med Circuit at COYCH Hyères emerged as an intoxicating blend of precision manoeuvring and thrilling sailboat racing.
10-05-2025
Sailing enthusiasts, brace yourselves. ULTIM® Class has revealed their exhilarating race programme spanning through 2028.
09-05-2025
As the renowned Transat Paprec Race closes, competitors approach the finish, just hours from their moment of glory.
08-05-2025
Picture the scene: the D-Zero Northern Championship, a fierce bout of skill and tenacity held at the renowned Yorkshire Dales Sailing Club.
06-05-2025
The ongoing SailGP season is imbued with unanticipated stop-start patterns, creating an unparalleled narrative of sheer resilience.
05-05-2025
Following an uncharacteristically slow start to the racing season, Spanish boat driver Diego Botin talks about picking up the pace.
04-05-2025
Get the scoop on SailGP from the man himself, Russell Coutts, detailing progress made in Pensacola and Southampton.
03-05-2025
The 60th Anniversary of the Congressional Day 3 races proved to be a stunning spectacle as high-stakes races decided this year's semi-finalists.
03-05-2025
Slicing across the sea while defining aesthetics and performance, 'The Jean Genie,' reigns its dominance at the Fraglia Vela Riva Alpen Cup Day 2.
02-05-2025
Immerse in a captivating tale of the 2025 Noble Marine Travellers' Trophy Lightning 368 Southern Championship, sparking the waters of Up River Yacht Club.
01-05-2025
American Magic Quantum Racing is in full swing, all set to make their grand entrance at the 2025 52 Super Series Season's inaugural race.
28-04-2025
The inaugural CIC Med Channel Race kick-starts its journey with an exceptional start, setting high standards for its future.
27-04-2025
Experience the heart-stopping culmination of the prestigious Melbourne Osaka Cup as family crews fought side-by-side in an unforgettable finale.
27-04-2025
Immerse yourself in a riveting recap of the 4th event in the DF95 Spring Series, hosted by East Kent Radio Sailing Club at Barton's Point Coastal Park.
25-04-2025
The prestigious Ocean Race Europe concludes the design of its route, incorporating a mesmerising fly-by of Matosinhos-Porto, solidifying their commitment to exhilarating seafaring.
24-04-2025
As the calendar ticks closer to 2025, excitement grows for the RS Aero European Championships set to unfurl at Italy's picturesque Circolo Vela Arco.
23-04-2025
The 56th Semaine Olympique Française de Hyères sparked exhilarating moments of yachting display, with Days 3 and 5 posing as the event's pinnacles.
23-04-2025
Immerse in the exhilarating world of yacht racing, kickstarting with the Salcombe YC Sailing Club Series' first two races.
22-04-2025
Heads up, sailing enthusiasts! Embark on a nautical adventure of a lifetime as the 2025 Noakes Sydney Gold Coast Yacht Race opens for entries.
22-04-2025
Witness the Breakthrough of the Blaze Eastern Championship 2025. A gathering of sailing virtuosos at the prestigious Royal Corinthian Yacht Club.
21-04-2025
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
The Transat Paprec, a renowned sailing race, kicks off with an exhilarating start amidst the cheers of sailing enthusiasts worldwide.
20-04-2025
Renowned sailing insider, Dalton shares his less than flattering review of the Swiss team's performance during the recent America's Cup race in Barcelona.
20-04-2025
The Phantom Open at Bowmoor Sailing Club is more than just a competitive event. It's a rendezvous for sailing enthusiasts, as the beautiful Phantom boats skim the waves.
19-04-2025
PolarWave is breaking waves with their new lightweight 40mm ratchet block designed to optimize performance in dinghies and skiffs.
18-04-2025
Discover the excitement and competition of the legendary 707 NCS Edinburgh Cup at the esteemed Port Edgar Yacht Club.
18-04-2025
A remarkable story of sailing prowess unfolded as the 2025 Finn Spring Series concluded at Bough Beech Sailing Club.
17-04-2025
Revel in the rapture and beauty of the 2025 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, where Caribbean sailing is at its pinnacle.
17-04-2025
Despite an existing agreement, Auckland is surprisingly bypassed as the host of an upcoming SailGP event.
16-04-2025
The International Canoe Open happens to dazzle spectators at the famed Poole Yacht Club, marking a grandeur event.
16-04-2025
A deep dive into the thrilling Enterprise Northern Series and its impact on the Scammonden Water Sailing Club.
15-04-2025
The sailing world is alight with excitement as the crowning destination for the prestigious RS200 Masters Championship 2025 has finally been revealed.
15-04-2025
Brisk sea breeze, lively currents, and the thrill of a sprint – that's what unfolds with the Scorpion Staunton Spring Sprints!
14-04-2025
An overview of the much-anticipated Bembridge Illusion Designer Trophy that aims to set a new standard in sailing come 2025.
14-04-2025
Expert sailors and novices alike converge for the Border Counties Midweek Sailing Series at the esteemed Nantwich & Border Counties Sailing Club.
13-04-2025
In an exciting turn of events, the prodigious prowess of Lussier was on full display at the 2025 Blokart North American Land Sailing Championship.
12-04-2025
A burst of newly-fashioned entries is set to shake up the Superyacht Cup Palma 2025, breathing fresh life into this prestigious regatta.
12-04-2025
The captivating Pittwater to Coffs Harbour Yacht Race has launched once again with yachts catching a pleasant nor'easter wind.
11-04-2025
Pantaenius, the global titan of yacht insurance, takes the helm as the lead partner of the eminent Yacht Racing Image Award.
08-04-2025
Experience the thrill, action, and adrenaline of the Fireball Ulster Championship at the treasured Lough Ree Yacht Club.
08-04-2025
Dive headfirst into the vivacious world of yachting at the IOM East District Series, hosted by Huntingdon Radio Yacht Club.
07-04-2025
Keen on making waves, the NZL Women's iQFoil Sailing Team commences their campaign for LA28, sealing a bronze medal victory.
06-04-2025
Australia sails to victory, snagging two golds in the prestigious Sailing Grand Slam in Spain; a definitive moment of oceanic prowess.
05-04-2025
Marking a memorable milestone, the city of Seattle prepares to host the spectacular Clipper Race for the 10th year running and proudly unveils its own team entry.
04-04-2025
Irish sailing star, Tom Dolan, is set for his latest endeavor, the Trophée Laura Vergne. A contest of strength, skill, and endurance, in the realm of nautical adventures.
04-04-2025
A deep dive into the fascinating dynamics and personalities of the seasoned mariners from Transat Paprec.
03-04-2025
For sailing aficionados, the spectacular J/70 Corinthian European Championship's heart-pounding opening days in Cascais, Portugal, have been nothing short of a maritime spectacle.
03-04-2025
Take your love for the open waters to new heights with the esteemed Dovestone Sailing Club.
03-04-2025
Be part of an exhilarating voyage as contenders set sail in the celebrated 2025 International Moth Northern Championship at Rutland Sailing Club.
02-04-2025
An exciting development in the world of competitive sailing. Sunglass giant, Triggernaut, has emerged as the prime sponsor of the dynamic Scorpion Youth Series.
01-04-2025
Prepare to be thrilled as powerhouses of yachting vie for supremacy at the 54th Trofeo Princesa Sofia Mallorca.
30-03-2025
In an unexpected twist, the classic Ragtime makes a glorious comeback to the majestic Transpac race, much to the delight of sailing enthusiasts worldwide.
29-03-2025
Immerse in the thrilling world of sailing as we dive into the exhausting yet thrilling National 12 Class Craftinsure National Series at the spectacular Burghfield Sailing Club.
27-03-2025
Get ready for an epic sea journey as 'Exmoor Beastie 2025', a monumental sailing event, is coming soon – powered by Exmoor Ales.
27-03-2025
Alive, a contender in the Melbourne Osaka Cup, is poised for a significant challenge as the Sunday start nears.
26-03-2025
Experience the thrill and skill on the high seas as the Craftinsure Silver Tiller takes on the Allspars SW Series at the acclaimed Salcombe Yacht Club.
25-03-2025
Celebrating the dramatic life of the renowned sailing legend, Matt Mitchell, who has sadly passed away at the age of 53.
25-03-2025
The much-awaited Ginger Boats Bass Week is on the horizon. The sails are almost ready to be set. The excitement is palpable.
24-03-2025
In a surprising twist at the SailGP, the Australian team's wingsail crashes just seconds before Race 7's start, creating a spectacle on the waters.
23-03-2025
A thrilling clash of the waves at the heart of Scarborough, as the IOM unveiling meaningful rankings in the world of model yachting.
22-03-2025
Unfurling the sails of adventure, daredevils showcase their bravery tackling San Francisco's challenging SailGP.
21-03-2025
Gear up for an exhilarating water-bound showdown as the RS Class Association announce incitement for the eagerly anticipated 2025 Noble Marine RS100, RS500 and RS600 Nationals.
20-03-2025
The thrills and spills of the IRC Inland National Championship captivated enthusiasts at the majestic Windermere Cruising Association.
20-03-2025
Discover the heart-throbbing excitement and cool charm of the Ovington and OK Dinghy Inland Championships that shook up the Grafham Water Sailing Club.
19-03-2025
Mercedes IV redefines victory with a stunning performance in the 2024/2025 Classic Yacht Association Summer Series on Port Phillip.
17-03-2025
Join us for an exciting recounting of the compelling K1 Open Meeting, a sailing event of note held at Barnt Green Sailing Club.
17-03-2025
In a gripping tale of resilience and determination, Northstar Canada triumphs at the SailGP series, leaving behind a struggling Blackfoils.
16-03-2025
In a whirl of anticipation, the skippers helming the 2025 CDS Series Finale in Long Beach have been made public.
15-03-2025
On the choppy waves of Rutland, sailors with steely determination battled the elements in the Solo Winter Championship.
15-03-2025
The Transat Paprec sailing race introduces a revolutionary equal-opportunity initiative, propelling gender diversity into uncharted waters.
14-03-2025
Welcome aboard a fierce competition where sails meet the Caribbean air, a nautical masterpiece – Antigua's ASW 2025 Challenge.
13-03-2025
Pouring passion and prowess into the waters of Draycote, the RS Feva Class National Open Training Coached Regatta mirrors the excellent craftsmanship of sailing.
12-03-2025
Llandegfedd Sailing Club welcomes a dazzling new sailing season, kickstarted with thrilling adventure and impeccable energy.
12-03-2025
When the timeless charm of classic sailboats meets the raw power of modern yachts, the outcome is nothing short of an epic sea specter. Behold the centenary Rolex Fastnet Race.
11-03-2025
London's Royal Thames Yacht Club sails to victory, taking the 2025 Greenwich Women's Cup in a stunning display of maritime mastery.
10-03-2025
The second day of the National Openskiff and RS Aero Regatta witnessed a stunning show of sailing expertise and competition.
09-03-2025
The final day of the Bacardi Cup Invitational Regatta 2025 proved to be an encounter of epic proportions, revealing the unmatched beauty of competitive sailing.
09-03-2025
After a thrilling day of competition, Sean Herbert remains the front-runner at the PredictWind Wingfoil Nationals.
08-03-2025
Torrid tides and adrenaline pump the veins of the US Sailing Youth National Team as they reach the mid-point of their qualification process.
07-03-2025
Immerse yourself in the exciting world of maritime racing as we navigate the electrifying contours of the Shustoke Gauntlet 2025.
04-03-2025
As a testament to their prowess, Emirates Team New Zealand's three America's Cup victories are now indelibly inked onto canvas.
03-03-2025
Doug and Jack Jorgensen have written a thrilling chapter in sailing history, triumphing in the prestigious 2025 Islands Race, onboard their J/111 Picosa.
03-03-2025
The Pembrokeshire Model Boat Club recently marked its first anniversary with unbridled pomp and pageantry.
02-03-2025
Round 11 of the IOM Winter Yacht Series at Lincoln Model Yacht Club was a spectacular display of sailing prowess, proving that winter is no hindrance to dynamic yacht racing.
02-03-2025
The iconic sailing town of Trieste is opening its arms for the prestigious 2025 Melges 24 World Championships. Enthusiasts can now register to participate in this thrilling race.
01-03-2025
The Nautilus Marine Insurance Sydney Harbour Regatta, notorious for its thrilling water clashes, surprises enthusiasts with an unusual light and late start.
01-03-2025
At the midpoint of Foiling Week Pensacola, the regatta sees US speedster Given top the Kite Foil Race.
28-02-2025
Recall the thrill of 12ft skiff racing, where Woof's design consistently tops the leaderboard. Meet the respected classic that’s still making waves.
27-02-2025
In a thrilling performance, Niklas Zennstrom's Carkeek 52 Rán has emerged victorious at the Antigua 360 Race, now setting sights on the upcoming RORC Caribbean 600.
22-02-2025
Embrace the exhilarating winds as we dive into the impending UK B14 sailing season for 2025. The anticipation soars as high as the grandiose sails.
21-02-2025
Sailing enthusiasts and novices alike are all set for an extravaganza at the upcoming RYA Dinghy and Watersports Show 2025, with the Europe Class taking centre stage.
21-02-2025
The Royal Yachting Association (RYA) is set to make a splash at the Dinghy & Watersports Show, offering ample guidance, advice, and expertise to sailing enthusiasts.
21-02-2025
The Royal Ocean Racing Club's (RORC) Caribbean 600 is returning for its sixteenth year, with sponsors, partners, and maritime enthusiasts ready for yet another vibrant spectacle in Antigua.
20-02-2025
The summer of 2025 is set for a riveting display of opulence and competition as the 29th Superyacht Palma Cup sets sail with a fresh location.
19-02-2025
The Turkish boatyard has finally delivered Project Toro, a superyacht of unmatched size and grandeur, now christened Nympheas.
18-02-2025
The year 2025 is shaping up to be a sterling year for the UK Finn fleet, following an outstanding 2024 run.
29-01-2025
Balboa Yacht Club, the prestigious and globally-renowned institution, has commenced acceptance of Requests for Invitation (RFI) for the 58th Governor's Cup.
29-01-2025
British sailboat dealership Melges UK prepares for an exhilarating year, featuring product debuts and the biggest European event in their calendar.
29-01-2025
Boris Herrmann and Sam Davies are braving the final miles of the Vendée Globe, an epic test of sailing prowess.
29-01-2025
Celebrating a sporting spectacle with a flood of nostalgia, 18 Footer Racing rings in its 90th year on the captivating waves of Sydney Harbour.
29-01-2025
The RS400 Class Association, collaborating with the Royal North of Ireland Yacht Club, announces the highly-anticipated 2025 RS400 Eurocup and UK & Irish National Championships.
28-01-2025
In the world-renowned Vendée Globe sailing marathon, skippers battle through tough seas and fierce winds, on their thrilling race towards Les Sables d'Olonne.
28-01-2025
A fascinating turn of events has stirred the prestigious world of sailing as Sir Ben Ainslie departs the British-flagged INEOS Britannia team.
28-01-2025
Italian star sailor, Giancarlo Pedote, ventures towards the end of the Vendée Globe solo yacht race, with less than 1,500 miles to the finish line.
28-01-2025
Young sailors are set to compete in the revolutionary new Junior Foiling Cup at McCrae Yacht Club, opening doors for an adrenaline-filled sailing experience.
28-01-2025
Nine daring sailors stare down a squall for the thrill of the high-stakes Dart 15 Winter Time Trials at Rutland Sailing Club.
28-01-2025
The Cruising Yacht Club of Australia (CYCA) emerged victorious in the 2025 Helly Hansen International regatta, winning the prestigious Joy Ride Perpetual Trophy for the second consecutive time.
28-01-2025
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
Windsurfing leaps ahead of the curve, showcasing its fierce spirit in a riveting Indoor Tow-In World Series held at boot Düsseldorf 2025.
27-01-2025
Andrew 'Dolly' Divola, a living legend in the Australian Sailing Community, made waves at the 2025 Vaikobi Australian Windsurfer Class Nationals, undeterred by health struggles, and with pure aquatic finesse.
27-01-2025
The highly anticipated conclusion of the 2025 Vaikobi Windsurfer Class Australian National Championships brought excitement and riveting competition.
27-01-2025
The 2025 County Cooler, hosted at Notts County Sailing Club, proves resilient in the face of a vicious storm, providing spectators with a thrilling sailboat race
27-01-2025
The prestigious 2025 New Zealand Flying 15 National Championship held at the Bay of Islands introduces new winners, after an adrenaline-packed sailing week.
27-01-2025
The famed Festival of Sails 2025 in Geelong, Australia, concluded in a spectacular display of seafaring prowess, crowning nearly twenty division champions.
27-01-2025
In a twist of fate, stormy seas force the latest Vendée Globe finishers, Benjamin Dutreux and Clarisse Crémer, away from the exalted finish at Les Sables d'Olonne.
27-01-2025
Unfolding a perfect spectacle, Bacardi Winter Series Event 2 showcased three days of extraordinary sailing on Biscayne Bay.
27-01-2025
Emerging technology is transforming the world of sailing. The buzz? Online tracking at the Euromarina Optimist Torrevieja Children's Sailing Regatta.
15-01-2025
Avid young sailors at Paignton Sailing Club defied winter's chill in a captivating weekend filled with sailing strategies, camaraderie, and triumphant tacks.
15-01-2025
Yoann Richomme, a strategic maestro and audacious sailor, makes a phenomenal debut in the testing Vendée Globe race, sailing to a laudable second place finish.
15-01-2025
Adventurous sailors of all ages assemble at the Sandringham Yacht Club, setting sail in their sophisticated J/70s for an electrifying practice day for the 2025 Australian Championship.
15-01-2025
Sailing magnate Nico Lunven brings his boat Holcim-PRB back to the Northern Hemisphere during the intense Vendée Globe competition.
14-01-2025
Jono and Freddie Pank clinch victory in the iconic GJW Direct 49th Bloody Mary, outmanoeuvring faster boats and showcasing their savvy light-airs skills.
14-01-2025
Winning is a habit for the Magpie skippered by Graeme Taylor, which recently defended their title at the 2025 Etchells World Championship.
14-01-2025
German sailor Boris Herrmann has reached a significant milestone in the Vendée Globe race, crossing back over the equator and entering the Northern Hemisphere.
14-01-2025
Pulsating Rivalry and Breathtaking Speeds Ignite the 11th Royal Ocean Racing Club Transatlantic Race
The 2025 Royal Ocean Racing Club's Transatlantic Race builds intensity, marked by exhilarating speeds, neck-and-neck rivalry and atmospheric conditions dictating a strategic game.
14-01-2025
Royal Western Yacht Club recreates maritime nostalgia, announcing a race along the 1925 Fastnet Course, while also shaking things up with a date change for the '25 Round Iceland Race.
14-01-2025
In an enticing prelude to the SB20 World Championships, sailor John Pollard steals the spotlight in Singapore, challenging the world's best with aplomb.
14-01-2025
In a breathtaking demonstration of seamanship, Charlie Dalin claimed a resounding victory in the coveted Vendée Globe, leaving fans and competitors awestruck.
14-01-2025