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With the first event of Season 5 just a week away in Dubai, SailGP have made a number of news announcements, all connected to the British team, Emirates GBR. Dylan Fletcher Whilst many SailGP followers were expecting Ben Ainslie to…
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18ft Skiffs – Kevin Wadham, multi class sailing star
The period from the early 1970s to the mid-1980s was one of the greatest, probably THE greatest, periods of racing in the 132-year history of 18 footer racing in Australia and New Zealand, and produced some of the greatest competitors…
Huge Summer of ILCA class Regattas in Australia
There is a big program of events in Australia across the 2024-2025 summer for the ILCA (Laser) dinghy class with large fleets being entered for ILCA4, 6 and 7 divisions across Youth, Open and Masters age groups. The program kicks…
Entries shaping up nicely for 2024 Sydney Short Ocean Racing Championship
Entries for the 2024 Nautilus Marine Insurance Sydney Short Ocean Racing Championship (SSORC) to be held on the weekend of 23 and 24 November are flourishing across the board. Craig Neil (Quest) and Gordon Ketelebey (Zen) were quick off the…
Who is in Form for the Etchells World Championship 2025?
Graeme “G.T.” Taylor has done it again, winning the Etchells National Championship on AUS1486 Magpie, with the return of Ben “Lamby” Lamb to his crew alongside long-time crewmate James “Jimmy” Mayo. ”Lamby is fitting in really well. Obviously not having…
Dangerzone wins 2024 North Sails Young 88 Owners Championship
On Sunday, 10 November 2024, ten highly competitive Young 88 yachts assembled for the North Sails Young 88 Northern Owners Championship, hosted by Bucklands Beach Yacht Club. Dangerzone, the defending champion, led by owner/skipper Harry Thurston, returned to the water with their 2023…
Entry open for Pantaenius Pittwater Regatta
Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club (RPAYC) welcomes Pantaenius Australia aboard as long term naming rights sponsor for the Pittwater Regatta, with continued support from Sydney Marine Brokerage for the NSW ORC Championship, held in tandem with the Regatta – and there is a…
Australia SailGP Team update
Tom Slingsby’s Australia SailGP Team Gears up for 2025 with Fresh Talent SYDNEY, Australia – 13 NOVEMBER 2024 – Olympic Gold Medalist and three-time SailGP Champion Tom Slingsby has announced his Australia SailGP Team lineup for the 2025 Season, marking…
Andoo Team Australia Update
Andoo Team Australia 2024 wraps-up with thanks to all supporters. The Andoo Team Australia Challenge campaign for 2024 UniCredit Youth and Puig Women’s America’s Cup has wrapped up, marking a memorable chapter in Australia’s return to the most prestigious competition…
World Sailing approves urgent changes to storm sail design
Following recommendation from the Special Regulations Sub-Committee, the Oceanic and Offshore Committee unanimously approved changes to design requirements of storm sails, aiming to clarify the primary role as essential safety equipment. Matt Allen, Chair of the World Sailing Oceanic and…
Leo Takahashi will be joining the The Black Foils as flight controller
The Black Foils have today announced that rising star Leo Takahashi will be joining the team on a three-season contract as flight controller. A member of the Japan SailGP Team for Season 1 and 2, as a grinder and flight…
Manly 16ft Skiff Club Championship Race 3 Report
FOR FIVE YEARS, KURT HANSEN WAS LOST TO SAILING. Burnt out after a prolonged stint travelling the globe in the 49er class, the then 22-year-old walked away from the sport to pursue other interests – including ironman triathlon events –…
Offerman and Houtman crowned 2024 Nacra 17 European Champions
Congratulations to our Aussie sailors Ruben and Rita Booth who finished the event in 5th with Brin Liddell and Rhiannan Brown in 8th, claiming Junior Bronze on the way. Junior Podium Results 🌟 Our junior sailors made their mark: Explore…
2024 North Sails Young 88 Owners Championship
The owners are on the helm for the 2024 North Sails Young 88 Owners Championship The North Sails Young 88 Northern Owners Championship are set to unfold on Auckland’s stunning Waitematā Harbour, organised by Bucklands Beach Yacht Club. This year’s regatta promises…
Nacra 17 European Championships Day 3
Aussie sailors Ruben and Rita Booth are sitting in 5th with Brin Liddell and Rhiannan Brown just behind in 8th. Four Races, Intense Competition! The Nacra 17 European Championships brought excitement today as the fleet completed four races at the…
Australia to lose ‘a big name’ and speculation on Italy’s line-up
The 2025 Season is just around the corner and the league is rife with rumors. Our pre-season podcast has dropped and is asking all the questions our fans want to know. Who could replace Andy Maloney as Kiwi flight controller,…
Defender and Challenger of Record paving the way for the 38th America’s Cup
The Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron (RNZYS) and Emirates Team New Zealand are pleased to confirm that the RNZYS has accepted a Notice of Challenge for the 38th America’s Cup (AC38) from the Royal Yacht Squadron Limited, represented by INEOS…
Vilamoura Sailing Launches 8th Algarve Dragon Cup
Vilamoura, Portugal – The much-anticipated 8th Algarve Dragon Cup is set to commence, with Round 1 taking place from November 8th to 10th at the world-renowned Vilamoura Sailing venue. This event marks the beginning of an exceptional Dragon sailing series…
Canadian SailGP team unveils new name
November 6, 2024 // Today marks a new era for the Canadian team competing in SailGP with the unveiling of a new name, the NorthStar SailGP Team. Inspired by Canada’s northern spirit and dedication to excellence, the NorthStar SailGP Team is steadfast in…
Australian Sailors set sail for LA 2028 at Nacra 17 European Champs
The Nacra 17 European Championships is set to commence in Palermo, Sicily, marking the first major international regatta for Australian sailors in the new Olympiad on the road to the LA 2028 Olympics. Paris 2024 Olympians Brin Liddell and Rhiannan Brown return…
Double Championship win in Bermuda for Pauline Courtois and Normandy Elite Team
(Hamilton, Bermuda – 5 November 2024) – France’s Pauline Courtois and her Match in Pink by Normandy Elite team of Louise Acker, Maëlenn Lemaître, Sophie Faguet and Laurane Mettraux clinched victory at the 2024 Aspen Bermuda Women’s Match Racing Regatta…
Marit Bouwmeester and duo of Botin and Trittel named 2024 Rolex Sailors of the Year
After a stunning year on the water, sailing’s highest achievers were honoured at the World Sailing Awards ceremony at Singapore’s historic CHIJMES Hall. The 2024 Rolex World Sailor of the Year awards were presented to Paris 2024 Olympic gold medallist…
Vamos victorious at NSW J/70 Championship 2024
The 2024 J/70 NSW Championship was sailed from 2-4 November 2024 from the Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron, with 14 boats from clubs around Australia and even some international visitors amongst the crews. Tim Ryan skippered his Vamos team to their…
Luke Deegan becomes first non-European OK Dinghy European Champion
Luke Deegan, from New Zealand has won the 2024 OK Dinghy European Championship in Palma after a shortened week of challenging conditions with only four races completed. Britain’s Charlie Cumbley took silver while Niklas Edler, from Sweden, took the bronze….
Berntsson victorious at Bermuda Gold Cup
(Hamilton, Bermuda – 4 November 2024) Sweden’s Johnie Berntsson and his Berntsson Sailing Team of Herman Andersson, Oscar Angervall and Björn Lundgren have won their fourth Bermuda Gold Cup, successfully defending their 2023 title by narrowly defeating Switzerland’s Eric Monnin/…
Excitement Builds for the 30th HARKEN International Youth Match Racing Championship!
Just two weeks remain until the highly anticipated 30th HARKEN International Youth Match Racing Championship, and the excitement is palpable! This year’s event promises to showcase some of the Southern Hemisphere’s finest youth match racing talent, with thrilling matchups between…
Affordable Precision – How the Atto changes the game
Digitalisation has changed sailing. Technologies once reserved for Grand-Prix are permeating every level of the sport, giving sailors the ability to adopt elite racing and training practices – elevating the game across the board. Leader in wireless load sensing, Cyclops…
Anticipation builds for the Hansa Worlds
Anticipation is building as sailors worldwide prepare for the 2025 Hansa World Championships, set to be hosted at the Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club in Newport, Australia. Fresh off the recent Hansa Class Asia Pacific Championships at Southport Yacht Club,…
Match racing veterans meet in finals of Bermuda Gold Cup
(Hamilton, Bermuda – 2 November, 2024) Match racing veterans Eric Monnin from Switzerland (Capvis Swiss Match Racing Team) and Sweden’s Johnie Berntsson (Berntsson Sailing Team) will meet again in tomorrow’s final at the 72nd Bermuda Gold Cup after winning their…
18ft Skiffs Spring & Club Champs
Another impressive performance by the talented Rag & Famish Hotel 18ft skiff crew of Harry Price, Max Paul and Finn Rodowicz secured the team their second win of the series when they took out Race 2 of the Australian 18…
Luke Deegan takes lead at OK Dinghy Europeans
Luke Deegan, from New Zealand has taken the lead at the 2024 OK Dinghy European Championship in Palma after just one more race was sailed on Saturday. Overall, Britain’s Charlie Cumbley dropped to second while Sweden’s Niklas Edler climbed to…
From Champion to Advocate: Caterina Banti Exposes “Equality” in Sailing
After winning her second consecutive Olympic gold medal in Paris, 37-year-old Caterina Banti has decided to step back from competitive sailing. This choice was a thoughtful one; she feels a pull toward new life adventures beyond the wind and waves….
Kristine Mauritzen leads final four
(Hamilton, Bermuda 1 November 2024). – Denmark’s Kristine Mauritzen and her Team Seagulls upset the form book on Day 3 of the Aspen Bermuda Women’s Match Racing Regatta. They defeated regatta leader Julia Aartsen (NED) 3-2 in the best-of-five quarter-final…
Final four skippers advance to semi-finals at Bermuda Gold Cup
(Hamilton, Bermuda 31 October 2024) The final four skippers advancing to the semi-final were decided today on Day 3 of the Bermuda Gold Cup in Hamilton Harbour. Defending 2023 event winner Johnie Berntsson (SWE) joins Chris Poole (USA), Nick Egnot-Johnson…
Could You Complete the Vendée Globe?
The world’s best skippers are making their final preparations for the “Everest of the seas”—the 24,300 mile non-stop round-the-world solo epic that is the Vendée Globe. “It’s a combination of factors that makes this race as extreme as it is—two-and-a-half…
New York Yacht Club Announces Biennial International Women’s Championship in IC37s
Newport, R.I. — The New York Yacht Club is pleased to announce the inaugural International Women’s Championship, a female-only competition that will be sailed in the Club’s fleet of 37-foot IC37 yachts, September 12 to 19, 2026. “The New York Yacht Club…
Three races, three winners at OK Dinghy Europeans in Palma
Charlie Cumbley, from Britain, leads the OK Dinghy European Championship in Palma after the first three races were sailed on Thursday in Palma Bay. Luke Deegan, from New Zealand, is second, on equal points with Britain’s Matt Howard. All three…
Aartsen and Courtois lead debut Bermuda Women’s Match Race into quarter finals
(Hamilton, Bermuda 31 October 2024) The Netherlands’ Julia Aartsen and France’s Pauline Courtois completed the round robin stage of the inaugural Aspen Bermuda Women’s Match Racing Regatta yesterday in a joint lead, each with six wins and one loss. The…
Defending Bermuda Gold Cup champion leads race to quarter finals
(Hamilton, Bermuda 31 October, 2024) Sweden’s Johnie Berntsson, 2023 defending champion of the Bermuda Gold Cup and three-time winner of the event, completed the round robin stage of this year’s Bermuda Gold Cup event with six wins out of seven…
18ft Skiffs – Vaikobi leads the Sixt Spring Series
Great consistency is a winning formula Since the beginning of last season’s (2023-24) 18 footer campaign, the Vaikobi team of Kirk Mitchell (skipper), Andrew Stephenson (sheet hand) and Daniel Barnett (bow) have been one of the most consistent teams in…
