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Aussies make history as first-ever champions of the Rio SailGP

Australia makes sailing history by winning the inaugural Rio Sail Grand Prix, topping the 2026 championship leaderboard with a perfect race performance.

#bondsflyingroos #SailGP #RioSailGrandPrix

Rolex Middle Sea Race attracts both new and old

The Rolex Middle Sea Race 2026 is set to attract a diverse fleet, with entries ranging from newcomers to seasoned sailors in Malta’s stunning waters.

#rolexmiddlesearace #rmsr2026

Zofia Wells with her trophies moments after becoming the first female sailor to win the overall title at the New Zealand Optimist National Championships. She won by a comfortable 18-point margin

Auckland teenager makes NZ sailing history

Auckland teen Zofia Wells creates history as the first female winner of the New Zealand Optimist National Championships, triumphing with an 18-point lead.

#YachtingNewZealand #OptimistChampionships #WomenInSailing

Antigua Racing Cup – Day 2

Catch the latest highlights from Day 2 of the Antigua Racing Cup 2026, featuring thrilling racing in the Caribbean’s renowned regatta.

#AntiguaRacingCup #SailingAustralia #SailingNews

ENEL Rio Sail Grand Prix | Rio de Janeiro
Event 4 2026 Season

Aussies win opening day of Rio SailGP

The BONDS Flying Roos lead the ENEL Rio Sail Grand Prix after a thrilling day 1, securing 1st place & aiming for the podium. Stay tuned for final day!

#SailGP #RioSailGP #BondsFlyingRoos

Howie Hamlin's Giltinan World champion GE-US Challenge racing against a UK competitor on Sydney Harbour (Frank Quealey)

18ft Skiffs – USA 18ft skiff challenge

The USA team made a splash at the 2026 Giltinan 18ft skiff championship, with hopes for a stronger challenge in 2027 on Sydney Harbour.

#18ftSkiff #Australia

Palm Beach Motor Yachts named as Destination Partner of the 2026 52 SUPER SERIES season

Palm Beach Motor Yachts commits to all regattas of the 2026 52 SUPER SERIES

Palm Beach Motor Yachts is now the official Destination Partner for the 2026 52 SUPER SERIES, enhancing the experience across regattas in Europe.

#52SUPERseries #YachtRacing #PalmBeachMotorYachts

Antigua Racing Cup – Day 1

Day 1 of the Antigua Racing Cup saw thrilling racing under superb wind conditions, with fierce competition among international fleets. Stay tuned for updates!

#AntiguaRacingCup #SailingNews #AustralianSailing

PUERTO PORTALS 52 SUPER SERIES SAILING WEEK

Three new teams set to start the 52 SUPER SERIES season

Three new teams join 2026 52 SUPER SERIES at Puerto Portals, Mallorca, as they prepare for a thrilling season of grand prix sailing action.

#Sailing #52SuperSeries #PuertoPortals #Australia

First Light thinks that consistency will bring the win - Nic Douglass @sailorgirlhq

TP52 – Gold Cup resumes – Matador the mark

The TP52 Australia fleet returns to Sydney Harbour for the Pallas Capital Gold Cup, as Matador leads the pack in Act 2 competition this weekend.
#SailingAustralia #TP52 #SydneyHarbour

Rio takes center stage as SailGP debuts on Guanabara Bay

Twelve teams kick off the Enel Rio Sail Grand Prix with practice sessions on Guanabara Bay, as Rio de Janeiro welcomes high-speed sailing action this weekend.

#SailGP #RioDeJaneiro #bondsflyingroos

Quantum Pacific Enters SailGP with Acquisition of Spainish Team

Quantum Pacific enters SailGP with acquisition of Los Gallos

Quantum Pacific’s acquisition of the Los Gallos SailGP team marks a milestone in Spanish sailing, reinforcing its commitment to competitive excellence and growth in the sport.

#SailGP #LosGallos #QuantumPacific

Chris Welch and Karel Komárek Co-Founders of American Racing Challenger Team USA

America returns to challenge for the Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup

American Racing Challenger Team USA challenges for the Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup in Naples, marking a significant moment for American sailing history.

#AmericasCup #Sailing #TeamUSA #SailNewport #AC38 #Naples2027

Cyan Moon at a mark rounding last year - Andrea Francolini, AWKR pic

Kiwis return as new skippers practice for Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta

Join the New Zealand team as they gear up for the 34th Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta in June, promoting women in sailing across the region.

@AustralianWomensKeelboatRegatta #AWKR.RMYS

Ullman Sails is the multi racing boat to beat - Andrea Francolini, ABRW pic

New sponsor and first entries in for Airlie Beach Race Week

Discover the exciting first entries and new sponsorships for the Jeanneau & 74 Islands Airlie Beach Race Week in Whitsundays this August! Join the fun!

#AirlieBeachRaceWeek #Jeanneau #SailingAustralia #74IslandsDistillery

SailGP makes its South American debut this weekend in Rio de Janeiro

SailGP makes its thrilling South American debut this weekend in Rio de Janeiro with the Enel Rio Sail Grand Prix, showcasing elite racing in Guanabara Bay.

#SailGP #Rio2026 #bondsflyingroos

B2G - Credit - Sunset Media - @sailorgirlhq-1

2026 Brisbane to Gladstone Race

Discover the results of the 78th Gladstone Ports Corporation Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race, Australia’s prestigious sailing event this season.

#BrisbaneToGladstone #SailingAustralia #YachtRace

America’s Cup Partnership announces new CEO

The America’s Cup Partnership has appointed Marzio Perrelli as CEO, enhancing governance for the prestigious sailing event ahead of 2027 in Naples.

#AmericasCup #SailingNews #AustralianSailing

Globe40 – Fierce strategies and competitions on the road to Lorient

Catch the latest highlights of the GLOBE40 race as teams tackle fierce conditions on the final leg from Recife, Brazil, to Lorient, France.

#GLOBE40 #OceanRacing

2026 RORC Easter Challenge – Final report

Discover the results and highlights from the 2026 RORC Easter Challenge in the Solent, showcasing exceptional sailing talent and thrilling competition.

@royaloceanracingclub #RORCracing #RORCEasterChallenge #Sailing

First Skippers named for Vendée Arctique – Les Sables d’Olonne

The Vendée Arctique – Les Sables d’Olonne announces its first skippers for the 2026 edition, a key race leading to the 2028 Vendée Globe. #SailingAustralia #VendeeGlobe #OffshoreRacing

Glenn Ashby joins DS Automobiles SailGP Team France for Rio

Glenn Ashby joins SailGP Team France for Rio

Glenn Ashby joins the DS Automobiles SailGP Team France for the Enel Rio Sail Grand Prix, boosting their chances in the 2026 season ahead of Rio.

#SailGP #Sailing #TeamFrance #GlennAshby #RioSailGrandPrix

55th Trofeo S.A.R. Princesa Sofía – Day 6

Emil Järudd and Hanna Jonsson triumph in the Nacra 17 class, claiming overall victory at the 55th Trofeo Princesa Sofia in Mallorca.

#TrofeoSofia @TrofeoPrincesaSofia #Sailing #Olympics2028

Wearn wins on return as Australian Sailing Team shows depth in Palma

Double Olympic Champion Matt Wearn triumphs at the Trofeo Princesa Sofía in Palma, kicking off his campaign for LA 2028 with a stellar ILCA 7 performance.

#AustralianSailing #Sailing #TrofeoPrincesaSofia

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B2G 2026 Credit - Sunset Media - @sailorgirlhq-5-4

Wild Thing claims line honours in 2026 Brisbane to Gladstone

Wild Thing wins Line Honours at the 78th Gladstone Ports Corporation Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race, finishing in Gladstone at 6.24am today.

#BrisbaneToGladstone #sailorgirlHQ #SailingAustralia #WildThing #SailorsLife

World Sailing Championship dates confirmed

World Sailing has officially announced the dates for the 2027 World Sailing Championships, promising an exciting year for sailing in Brazil and Poland.

#SailingNews #worldsailingofficial #AustralianSailing

BELGIUM OCEAN RACING becomes first Class40 to cross the equator - Credit Jean Marie Liot

Globe40 – Belgium team lead at the equator

Belgium Ocean Racing makes history as the first Class40 to cross the equator in the GLOBE40 race, returning from Recife, Brazil to the Northern Hemisphere.

#SailingAustralia #GLOBE40 #OceanRacing

Brin Liddell Rhiannan Brown CREDIT Beau Outteridge

Wearn in gold medal contention on return to international racing

Matt Wearn leads the ILCA 7 fleet for Australia at the Trofeo Princesa Sofía in Mallorca, ahead of the new format meadal races.

#TrofeoPrincesaSofia #SailingAustralia #AustralianSailing

Online alert: 55th Trofeo S.A.R. Princesa Sofía – Day 5

Exciting Day 5 at the 55th Trofeo Princesa Sofía Mallorca features thrilling medal races in perfect conditions on the Bay of Palma ahead of finals!
#Sailing #TrofeoSofia #AustraliaSailing

55th Trofeo S.A.R. Princesa Sofía – Day 4

Day 4 of the 55th Trofeo Princesa Sofia Mallorca heats up as Australian teams lead the 49er Skiff class amidst unpredictable winds.

#TrofeoSofia @TrofeoPrincesaSofia

VX One Victorian 2026 titles at Royal Brighton Yacht Club

The VX One Victorian State Titles at Royal Brighton Yacht Club showcased top competition with interstate teams dominating the podium in challenging conditions.

#VXOne #SailingAustralia #RoyalBrightonYachtClub

55th Trofeo S.A.R. Princesa Sofía – Day 3

The chaotic Day 3 of the 55th Trofeo Princesa Sofía in Palma tests the skills of top sailors, including Australian champion Matt Wearn and Micky Beckett.

#TrofeoSofia @TrofeoPrincesaSofia #Olympics2024 #PalmaSailing

55th Trofeo S.A.R. Princesa Sofía – Day 2

Australians Harry Price and Max Paul currently lead the 49er Men’s Skiff and Matt Wearn leads in the ILCA 7.

#TrofeoSofia @TrofeoPrincesaSofia #Sailing #Olympics2024

It's a wrap - the spectacular 2026 BVI Spring Regatta & Sailing Festival concludes. Gunboat 72 Layla - top Gunboat - Credit Andrea Azzopardi

53rd BVI Spring Regatta and Sailing Festival wraps up

Experience thrilling races and stunning conditions at the 53rd BVI Spring Regatta, where competitors showcased skill and spirit in Tortola’s beautiful waters!

#BVISR #BVISpringRegatta #SailingAustralia

55th Trofeo S.A.R. Princesa Sofía – Day 1

The 55th Trofeo Princesa Sofia regatta kicks off in the sunny Bay of Palma, featuring fierce competition among Olympic hopefuls under shifting winds.

#TrofeoSofia #TrofeoPrincesaSofia #AustralianSailing #OlympicSailing

Borch triumphs in five-race classic to claim Macao Match Cup title

Denmark’s Jeppe Borch wins the 2026 Macao Match Cup, defeating Sweden’s Oscar Engström in a thrilling final on the Macao River.

#MacaoMatchCup #WorldMatchRacingTour #Sailing #SailingNews #MatchRacing

Photo by Beau Outteridge / Australian Sailing Team

Australian Sailing Team set for season opener at Sailing Grand Slam

The Australian Sailing Team kicks off its international season at the Trofeo Princesa Sofia in Palma, Spain, featuring 38 competitors across 10 Olympic classes.

#AusSailingTeam #SailingGrandSlam @TrofeoPrincesaSofia #trofeosofia #AST

Inside America’s Cup – Luna Rossa’s final piece

Episode 2 of Inside America’s Cup showcases Luna Rossa’s journey and strategies in Cagliari for the Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup. Discover the insights!

#AmericasCup #LunaRossa

Good training conditions in the Bay of Palma © Sailing EnergyTrofeo Princesa Sofía

Olympic sailors predict a blustery battle on Bay of Palma

Get ready for a thrilling showdown as Olympic sailors face challenging northerly winds at the Trofeo Princesa Sofia in Mallorca, Spain.

@TrofeoPrincesaSofia #trofeosofia

GLOBE40 fleets set off today from Recife, Brazil - Credit Jean-Marie Liot

Globe40 -Final words of an extraordinary sporting and human story

Exciting final leg of the GLOBE40 2025/2026 race begins in Recife, Brazil, featuring a thrilling showdown between CREDIT MUTUEL and BELGIUM OCEAN RACING.

@Globe40 #GLOBE40_ #SailingNews