18ft Skiffs – Season Point Score – Race 17
GC Sails secures a historic victory in the 18ft Skiffs on Sydney Harbour, marking Queensland’s first win in decades.
#18skiff #18footers #sailmedia #SailingAustralia #SydneyHarbour
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Setting the Record Straight – Early All-Female 18ft Skiff Sailing
In the early 1970s, Victoria Willman sailed from the Sydney Flying Squadron at Kirribilli, the birthplace of 18ft skiff sailing in a boat named Boobs. They carried an “L” plate on both the mainsail and transom. The crew was entirely female
#18skiff #18footers #sydneyharbour
18ft Skiffs – Victory for Lazarus Capital Partners
Lazarus Capital Partners clinches victory at the Balmain Cup on Sydney Harbour, showcasing skill amidst challenging 20-knot winds and competitive race conditions.
#18skiff #sailmedia #SailingAustralia #SydneyHarbour #BalmainCup
Tapper wins Warren Jones Regatta
Sydney skipper Cole Tapper claims victory at the Warren Jones Regatta in Perth, making it his second consecutive win at this youth event.
#SailingAustralia #WarrenJonesRegatta #YouthSailing
Countdown on to New Zealand SailGP
The Black Foils aim for a triumphant return at the Auckland SailGP and a remarkable recovery from their crash in Perth. Stay tuned!
#SailGP #Australia #Sailing
44Cup season sets sail next week in Puerto Calero
The 44Cup season kicks off in Puerto Calero, Lanzarote, from February 4-8 with thrilling racing from top international teams. Don’t miss it!
#44Cup #Sailing #Australia
Inaugural VX One World Championship to Debut in Miami in 2027
Set against the iconic backdrop of Biscayne Bay, the championship is expected to deliver classic Miami conditions. The venue offers reliable spring weather, warm water and a proven track record for hosting world class sailing events.
#VxOneAus
Super 40 & TP52 Australia classes unite for 2026
The Super 40 and TP52 Australia Classes will unite at the Pallas Capital Gold Cup 2026, enhancing competitive sailing in the country. Get ready for an exciting regatta series!
#SailingAustralia #PallasCapitalGoldCup #TP52 #Super40 #Regatta
Warren Jones International Youth Regatta Day 3
Dane Matias Rossing shines at the Warren Jones International Youth Regatta in Perth, leading to the semifinals with a strong 2-0 lead against Cole Tapper.
#WarrenJonesRegatta #SailingAustralia #PerthSailing
Australian Sailing Team appoints Jim Colley as 49erFX national coach
The Australian Sailing Team welcomes Jim Colley as the new 49erFX National Coach, aiming for excellence ahead of the LA 2028 Olympics.
#aussailingteam #SailingNews #49erFX
Pantaenius Pittwater Regatta – Titans versus Raiders
The 2026 Pantaenius Pittwater Regatta promises fierce competition with the NSW ORC Championship from Feb 13-15 at Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club. Don’t miss out!
#PittwaterRegatta #SailingAustralia #Racing
Warren Jones International Youth Regatta – Day 2
Marcello Torre remains undefeated in the Warren Jones International Youth Regatta in Perth, showcasing his match racing expertise and skill.
#WarrenJones #Sailing #AustralianSailing
21st celebrations at 2026 Sydney Harbour Regatta
Celebrate the 21st Nautilus Marine Insurance Sydney Harbour Regatta on March 7-8, showcasing thrilling races for diverse classes on Sydney Harbour!
#SailingAustralia #SydneyHarbourRegatta #NautilusMarine
The 2026 Australian O’pen Skiff Championships on Sydney Harbour
Experience the excitement of the 2026 Australian O’pen Skiff Championships at Sydney Harbour, showcasing over 80 sailors in thrilling competition.
#SailingAustralia #OpenSkiff #SydneyHarbour
SailGP confirms long-term commitment with Valencia
SailGP announces a three-year deal to host the Spain Sail Grand Prix in Valencia, marking an exciting new chapter in SailGP.
#SailGP #Sailing #Valencia
Warren Jones International Youth Regatta – Day 1
Local skipper Marcello Torre leads the Warren Jones International Youth Regatta in Perth after a strong start with an undefeated day one performance.
#SailingAustralia #WarrenJonesRegatta #YouthSailing
Unforgettable spectacle at 2026 Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta
The Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta showcased thrilling sailing with strong winds and competitive racing, drawing crowds to celebrate this iconic event.
#AADRegatta #AucklandRegatta #SailingNZ #SailorsLife
18ft Skiffs – Queen of the Waves
Join the 18ft Skiffs on Sydney Harbour this Sunday for the Queen of the Waves race, continuing a cherished Australian sailing tradition since 1938.
#Australian18Footers #18footers #SailMedia #QueenOfTheWaves #SailingAustralia
Festival of Sails 2026 concludes
The Festival of Sails 2026 concluded with thrilling racing on Corio Bay, celebrating champions and community spirit at Geelong’s iconic waterfront.
#FestivalOfSails #GeelongSailing #AustralianSailing
18ft Skiffs – President’s Trophy season pointscore
The Balmain team secures a thrilling victory in the President’s Trophy Pointscore race on Sydney Harbour, showcasing their sailing prowess in 14-knot winds.
#18skiff #sailmedia #18ftSkiffs #SydneyHarbour
Breeze builds as Festival of Sails hits stride
The Festival of Sails in Geelong boasts thrilling racing on Corio Bay, showcasing tight competition and exciting action.
#FestivalOfSails #GeelongSailing #AusSailing
Italy dominates 2026 ILCA Under-21 worlds with gold in all three events
Italy shines at the 2026 ILCA Under-21 Worlds in Lanzarote, winning gold in all categories amid thrilling finishes and challenging conditions.
@ilcasailing #ilca_sailing #SailingAustralia #ILCA #SailingNews
Festival of Sails underway for 2026
The Festival of Sails kicks off in Victoria, featuring over 260 boats and thrilling races, including the historic Melbourne to Geelong Passage Race.
#FestivalofSails #SailingAustralia #Geelong
Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta returns with new features and record fleets
The Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta returns on 26 January 2026, celebrating maritime culture with new features and record-breaking participation. Join us!
#AADRegatta #SailingNewZeland #AucklandRegatta #SailingNews
New era, new team name – GB1 – A new bold identity revealed by Britain’s America’s Cup team
Britain’s America’s Cup team reveals new identity ‘GB1’ and appoints Olympic champion Dylan Fletcher as the helm for the 38th America’s Cup.
#AthenaRacingGBR #SailingAustralia #AmericasCup #GB1
ACP formally initiated as Louis Vuitton renews its headline sponsorship
Read about the launch of the America’s Cup Partnership with Louis Vuitton in Naples, Italy, paving the way for the historic 38th America’s Cup in 2027.
#AmericasCup #SailingAustralia #LouisVuitton
Emirates renews naming rights sponsorship of Emirates Team New Zealand
Emirates renews its sponsorship of Emirates Team New Zealand ahead of the Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup in Naples, reinforcing their long-standing partnership.
#Sailing #EmiratesTeamNZ #AmericasCup #Australia
A season ignited – SailGP drama erupts in Perth
The Oracle Perth Sail Grand Prix kickstarts the 2026 season with breathtaking racing amid fierce conditions and crowd excitement along the Fremantle coastline.
#SailGP #Perth #SailingAustralia
Battling the Shifts – A Demanding Day 2 at the 2026 ILCA U21 Worlds
Discover the challenges faced on Day 2 of the 2026 ILCA U21 Worlds in Lanzarote, with unpredictable winds testing sailors’ resilience and adaptability.
#ILCA #SailingAustralia #Lanzarote2026
18ft Skiffs – Australian Champs – Day 3
The Balmain team clinched the 2025-26 Australian 18ft Skiff Championship in Sydney Harbour after a thrilling final race on January 19, 2026.
#SailingAustralia #18ftSkiff #SydneyHarbour
Mack One wins seventh VX One Australia National Championship
Mack One triumphs at the VX One Australia National Championship in Moreton Bay, securing their seventh title amid challenging racing conditions.
#VXOne #SailingAustralia #MoretonBay
SailGP – Fletcher rules the waves in Perth
Emirates GBR wins the Oracle Perth Sail Grand Prix, defending their title and showcasing exceptional racing in challenging conditions on Fremantle’s waves.
#SailGP #Perth #Sailing
18ft Skiffs – Australian Champs – Day 2
Day Two of the 2025-26 Australian 18ft Skiff Championship on Sydney Harbour saw Black Knight make history as the first international heat winner.
#SailingAustralia #18ftSkiffs #SydneyHarbour
Artemis, USA and France locked on points after opening day in Perth
Artemis with the U.S. and France are tied on points for Championship Sunday after a chaotic SailGP opener in Perth, . Who will claim victory?
#SailGP #Perth #SailingAustralia
18ft Skiffs – Australian Champs – Day 1
Yandoo wins Race 1 of the Australian 18ft Skiff Championship on Sydney Harbour, setting the pace for the competition amidst challenging weather conditions.
#SailingAustralia #18ftSkiffs #SydneyHarbour
18ft Skiffs – Rag & Famish Hotel 2025-26
The Rag & Famish Hotel’s young 18ft skiff team impresses in their rookie season, preparing for the Australian Championships on Sydney Harbour.
#18ftSkiffs #sailmedia #SkiffChampionships #SydneyHarbour
Expect the unexpected in Cagliari in May
The first Preliminary Regatta for the Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup will take place in Cagliari, Sardinia, from May 21-24, 2026, offering thrilling sailing action.
#AmericasCup #SailingAustralia #Cagliari2026
WASZP Asia Pacific Championship
Louis Tilly and Pearl Lattanzi triumph at the inaugural WASZP Asia Pacific Championship in Brisbane, showcasing thrilling racing across five days.
Amaala Yacht Club signs partnership with Men’s and Women’s World Match Racing Tour
AMAALA Yacht Club partners with the World Match Racing Tour, enhancing Australia’s sailing scene with equal prize money for genders starting December 2026.
#SailingAustralia #WMRT #AMAALEYachtClub
Damages and Injuries during training at Perth SailGP
The Fremantle Doctor is claiming victims as teams try to tame the wild conditions. This is what racing is about – high winds, challenging sea conditions. Pure adrenaline.
