Solent Articles
With the wind ghosting in from the north at 5 to 11 knots, and a west-going tide ripping across the course, PRO Stuart Childerley set up a windward-leeward challenge — 1.6nm for AC1 and 1.4nm for AC2 — well off the Hill Head shore. With the breeze flickering and the water still, it was brains over brawn from start to finish.
In AC1, it was Karl Kwok’s Beau Geste (TP52, RHKYC) that led the charge — at least on the water.
© Paul Wyeth
Solent chess in slow motion — every second counted in a race that turned brains into the biggest sails
26-07-2025
Cowes Week 2025, marking its 199th year, promises to be an exhilarating celebration of sailing excellence, set to unfold from Saturday, August 2, to Friday, August 8, on the iconic Solent waters off Cowes, Isle of Wight. Established in 1826, this prestigious regatta is the world’s longest-running sailing event, blending competitive racing with a vibrant social atmosphere, attracting around 1,000 boats, 8,000 competitors, and over 100,000 spectators. The event’s rich history and evolution from an elite pastime to an inclusive sport make it a cornerstone of the British sporting summer.
25-07-2025