Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez Day 2 Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez Day 2 One hundred years of naval architecture At the stroke of 10 this morning in bright sunshine, the kilted crewman on Elena of London breathed life into his bagpipes to signal the Tradition yachts' departure from the port of St Tropez. by Maguelonne Turcat Posted 30 Sep 12:47 PDT 2025 Formula Kite Worlds Quartu Sant'Elena day 1 2025 Formula Kite Worlds Quartu Sant'Elena day 1 Kampman & Maeder lead after four races Jessie Kampman leads the women and Max Maeder leads the men after a four-race opening day of the Formula Kite World Championships in Sardinia. by International Kiteboarding Association Posted 30 Sep 11:01 PDT World Sailing's Sustainability Sessions Season 3 World Sailing's Sustainability Sessions Season 3 A new series of 12 webinars focused on sustainability in sailing World Sailing's Sustainability Sessions will return for season three with a new series of 12 webinars focused on sustainability in sailing. by World Sailing Posted 30 Sep 07:54 PDT Caring for your technical clothing Caring for your technical clothing Top tips from Henri-Lloyd Henri-Lloyd is leading the way in the sailing apparel space with fabric innovations that are designed and manufactured using environmentally-friendly C0 Durable Water Repellent (DWR) technology. by Henri-Lloyd Posted 30 Sep 04:00 PDT 2026 Fireball Worlds Expression of Interest 2026 Fireball Worlds Expression of Interest Sign-up and get into the draw for some great prizes Preparations continue for the 2026 Fireball Worlds hosted by Royal Torbay Yacht Club at the end of July. As part of the entry process, an Expression of Interest has been launched. by UK Fireball Association Posted 30 Sep 03:10 PDT Voiles de Saint-Tropez Day 1 Ingrid Abery Galley Voiles de Saint-Tropez Day 1 Ingrid Abery Galley She knew just where to be to catch the autumn light on the stunning yachts The one and only Ingrid Abery is in Saint-Tropez for Les Voiles, and knew just where to be to catch the autumn light at its best on day one of the regatta. Enjoy some of her great shots here! by Ingrid Abery Posted 30 Sep 03:00 PDT Mackay Boats crosses technology over to SailGP Mackay Boats crosses technology over to SailGP At the Geneva SailGP, teams raced for the first time with newly designed light-air rudder wing foils SailGP's latest innovation isn't just about performance on the water—it's in how the boats fly. At the Geneva stop, teams raced for the first time with newly designed light-air rudder wing foils, built specifically to excel in low-speed conditions. by Julia Faire/Mackay Boats Posted 29 Sep 21:25 PDT 2025 Hobie 16 Open North Americans Day 1 2025 Hobie 16 Open North Americans Day 1 69 teams from six countries are competing in the largest championship in ten years 69 teams from six countries are competing in the largest Hobie 16 North American championships in ten years. by Rich McVeigh Posted 29 Sep 17:04 PDT Maxi racing underway at Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez Maxi racing underway at Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez Racing held for all five maxi sub-classes despite the light wind forecast Despite an ultra-light forecast, on the Baie de Pampelonne the Société Nautique de Saint-Tropez's race committee for the maxi fleets managed to pull a certain animal out of the hat and successfully held racing for all five maxi sub-classes. by International Maxi Association Posted 29 Sep 16:21 PDT Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez Day 1 Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez Day 1 A dazzling start in light airs and glorious sunshine Light airs and glorious sunshine dominated play on this first day of competition in the 27th edition of Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez. by Maguelonne Turcat Posted 29 Sep 11:59 PDT Breaking Point in Germany Breaking Point in Germany New Racing on the Edge episode captures SailGP's most extreme test yet The latest episode of Racing on the Edge, SailGP's acclaimed behind-the-scenes docuseries, launches today with "Breaking Point: The Sassnitz Miracle". by SailGP Posted 29 Sep 10:33 PDT 2025 Philadelphia Cup Regatta 2025 Philadelphia Cup Regatta Defiant & Jawn Win Classes Wind is everything in sailboat racing. So, it was knowing how to manage Mother Nature's whisper of breath on Saturday at the 2025 Philadelphia Cup Regatta which proved the secret to success for the event's class winners. by Carol Bareuther Posted 29 Sep 10:14 PDT J/70 Worlds 2025 Essentials Webinar J/70 Worlds 2025 Essentials Webinar Unlocking the Río de la Plata The waters off Buenos Aires are unlike anywhere else on the J/70 circuit — a river with tides, unique wave patterns, strong gusts and chocolate-brown water create challenges and opportunities for every team. by Walter Saettone Posted 29 Sep 08:16 PDT Switch UK Championship at the WPNSA overall Switch UK Championship at the WPNSA overall Four races held in Portland Harbour to determine the inaugural champion! At the top of the fleet Fin Dickinson and Sam Whaley went into the day on equal points, thanks to the unique 'daily ranking' scoring system, so it was all on the line. by Mark Jardine Posted 29 Sep 07:41 PDT Antoine Mermod The Ocean Race Europe success Antoine Mermod The Ocean Race Europe success IMOCA President looks back at the superb second edition The second edition of The Ocean Race Europe is now behind us - an event that produced compelling racing over seven hectic weeks on a course that circled Europe, from Kiel to Boka Bay in Montenegro, and with one clear winner at the end in Biotherm. by Ed Gorman / IMOCA Globe Series Posted 29 Sep 07:02 PDT Crossroads Moment for Olympic Sailing Crossroads Moment for Olympic Sailing Many changes to scoring over the last 20 years - it looks like it's all going to change again Perceived lack of attention span, confusing scoring systems, the need for TV to have an understandable format and grandstand' moment has led Olympic sailing to experiment with various formats over the past 20 years, and it is now looking to change again. by Mark Jardine Posted 29 Sep 06:30 PDT Cascais J/70 Winter Series - Portuguese Nationals Cascais J/70 Winter Series - Portuguese Nationals This Championship held particular weight, as it served as a qualifier for the 2026 J/70 Worlds The Clube Naval de Cascais hosted the Cascais J/70 Winter Series - Portuguese National Championship, bringing together 22 boats from 8 nations for a regatta marked by tactical racing, international talent, and the powerful influence of Storm Gabrielle. by Press CNCascais Posted 29 Sep 05:47 PDT 2025 ILCA Master Worlds at Formia, Italy 2025 ILCA Master Worlds at Formia, Italy Aa week of challenging conditions and fierce international competition The 2025 ILCA Master World Championships came to a close on Sunday in Formia, wrapping up a week of challenging conditions, fierce international competition, and unforgettable moments both on and off the water. by Agustín Argüelles / ILCA Posted 29 Sep 03:30 PDT 2025 J/88 North American Championship overall 2025 J/88 North American Championship overall No additional racing on the final day due to light and unstable breeze The 2025 J/88 North American Championship, hosted by the Annapolis Yacht Club, concluded on Sunday, September 28, with no additional racing due to light and unstable breeze. by Dick Neville Posted 28 Sep 16:59 PDT 2025 IC37 North American Championship 2025 IC37 North American Championship Qubit team win by the narrowest of margins By the narrowest of margins, Chris Lewis and his Qubit team won the 2025 IC37 North American Championship. Starting the final race of the regatta earlier today, four teams were within three points of the lead. by New York Yacht Club Posted 28 Sep 16:23 PDT Offshore Double Handed Worlds Repechage Offshore Double Handed Worlds Repechage Kiwis Clinch Golden Ticket After two qualifying races, ten teams from nine nations had already booked their places in the final of the 2025 Offshore Double Handed World Championships. One final berth remained; the winner of the nerve-shredding Repechage Race. by Louay Habib / RORC Posted 28 Sep 14:37 PDT The Gulf of St Tropez in her Sunday best The Gulf of St Tropez in her Sunday best Racing at Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez starts tomorrow The gentle majesty of sail was omnipresent in the port of St Tropez this Sunday, where large crowds of visitors had the chance to enjoy a foretaste of the showstopping spectacle that will grace the race zones from tomorrow. by Maguelonne Turcat Posted 28 Sep 14:20 PDT Multihull Cup 2025 overall Multihull Cup 2025 overall Allegra achieved her ambition, winning the title Allegra achieved her ambition at the Multihull Cup 2025 today, taking the title by a clear margin after consistent sailing and a trio of race wins earlier in the event. by Multihull Cup Posted 28 Sep 14:09 PDT 2025 Formula Wing Worlds Sardinia overall 2025 Formula Wing Worlds Sardinia overall Ghio & Spanu crowned champions in Cagliari Mathis Ghio and Maddalena Spanu have been crowned the winners of the first ever Formula Wing World Championship in Cagliari, Sardinia. by WingFoil Racing World Cup Posted 28 Sep 13:20 PDT All Hands Boatworks Annual Hands-On Benefit All Hands Boatworks Annual Hands-On Benefit To be held on Wednesday November 5, 2025 All Hands Boatworks will be holding its 4th annual Hands-on Benefit on Wednesday November 5, 2025. by Midwest Women's Sailing Conference Posted 28 Sep 11:44 PDT Maxis trimming on for Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez Maxis trimming on for Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez The deciding event of the IMA Mediterranean Maxi Inshore Challenge for 2025 2025's inshore racing for the maxi fleet culminates this week. Alongside the IMA Maxi Europeans and the recent Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup, the event organised by Société Nautique de Saint-Tropez one of the pinnacles of the maxi racing season. by International Maxi Association Posted 28 Sep 10:47 PDT 5o5 Open Europeans at L'Estartit, Spain Preview 5o5 Open Europeans at L'Estartit, Spain Preview Over 50 boats entered from nine nations With just over a month to go to the 5o5 Open European Championship, there are over 50 boats entered including boats from Australia, Canada, France, Great Britain, Germany, Italy, Poland, Switzerland and the USA. by Michael Quirk Posted 28 Sep 09:16 PDT Melges 24 Worlds 2025 at Trieste, Italy overall Melges 24 Worlds 2025 at Trieste, Italy overall Nefeli (Overall) and Zhik Race Team (Corinthian) are crowned champions After four days of uncertain weather, resulting in only three races, the 2025 Melges 24 World Championship delivered its verdict on the final day. by International Melges 24 Class Association Posted 28 Sep 03:29 PDT J/70 Corinthian Worlds at Massachusetts overall J/70 Corinthian Worlds at Massachusetts overall Alec Cutler's Hedgehog takes the title With only one point separating the leaders on the final day of the J/70 Corinthian World Championship in Marblehead, Massachusetts USA, Edward Gary's Ayacucho (USA) and Alec Cutler's Hedgehog (BER) were set for the final face-off. by Julie & Christopher Howell Posted 27 Sep 22:37 PDT 47th Régates Royales de Cannes overall 47th Régates Royales de Cannes overall An exceptional edition Generally, the last week of September in Cannes is favourable to sailing, and previous editions have proven it... but this year, the weather was just exceptional, with winds between 5 and 25 knots or more. by Yacht Club de Cannes Posted 27 Sep 22:30 PDT Bulwarks and Bulldust – Show 1 Season 3 Bulwarks and Bulldust – Show 1 Season 3 Shane Guanaria from Doyle Sails and Zen Racing talks Admiral's Cup, Hobart, Hammo and a heap more... Episode One - Straight from the Admiral's Cup and Hamilton Island Race Week, Shane Guanaria from Doyle Sails and Zen Racing talks about those events, the impending 80th Hobart, and pathways into sailing. Lots to learn, so strap in for a terrific time. by Bulwarks and Bulldust Posted 27 Sep 14:25 PDT 2025 Formula Wing Worlds Sardinia day 4 2025 Formula Wing Worlds Sardinia day 4 "A rollercoaster day" was how Kamil Manowiecki described it "A rollercoaster day" was how Kamil Manowiecki described day four of the Formula Wing World Championships in Cagliari. After six chaotic races, few of the 93 competitors would disagree with the Polish rider. by WingFoil Racing World Cup Posted 27 Sep 13:26 PDT Sunshine vibes at Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez Sunshine vibes at Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez The Village des Voiles opened its doors this morning The Village des Voiles opened its doors wide to the public this morning at 9 am and it was officially inaugurated on Sunday at 5 pm. by Maguelonne Turcat Posted 27 Sep 12:02 PDT Multihull Cup 2025 Day 2 Multihull Cup 2025 Day 2 Brisker wind conditions and two races held Brisker wind conditions and two races gave the second day of Multihull Cup 2025 added impetus today with close racing across the board. by Multihull Cup Posted 27 Sep 11:09 PDT Switch UK Championship at the WPNSA Day 2 Switch UK Championship at the WPNSA Day 2 Unique scoring format in week of disquiet from world's top Olympic sailors about scoring systems In a week that has seen considerable disquiet from the world's top Olympic sailors about scoring systems that could be used at the Los Angeles 2028 Games, it's interesting to see this fast-growing foiling class also try something new. by Mark Jardine Posted 27 Sep 11:00 PDT 52 Super Series 2025 Porto Cervo overall 52 Super Series 2025 Porto Cervo overall Concluding an 18 year journey, American Magic Quantum Racing sign off at the top with a 7th title Doug DeVos and the American Magic Quantum Racing team lifted their seventh season championship title today in Sardinia, Italy at the conclusion of the 52 SUPER SERIES Porto Cervo Range Rover Sailing Week. by 52 Super Series Posted 27 Sep 10:47 PDT 2025 Six Metre World Championship Overall 2025 Six Metre World Championship Overall Bribon and Momo II are crowned champions at Seawanhaka Corinthian YC Three races for both divisions on the penultimate day of the 2025 Six Metre World Championships at the Seawanhaka Corinthian Yacht Club, produced some great competition and a new race winner. by Fiona Brown Posted 27 Sep 07:11 PDT 29er Class open for championship bids 29er Class open for championship bids Inviting venues to submit proposals for the events The 29er Class Association is delighted to announce that bids are now open to host our upcoming major championships. by International 29er Class Posted 27 Sep 01:32 PDT 46th Cannes Royal Regatta day 5 46th Cannes Royal Regatta day 5 The 'Ponant' breeze brings 15-20 knots with a short and choppy sea At lunchtime, the Cannes "fan" got under way, and the race committees were able to launch starts in a southerly to south-westerly breeze climbing very quickly to 15-20 knots or even more offshore. by Yacht Club de Cannes Posted 26 Sep 22:57 PDT Switch UK Championship at the WPNSA Day 1 Switch UK Championship at the WPNSA Day 1 Finn Dickinson leads Sam Whaley by a single point Imagine stepping in to the DeLorean and arriving at the first ever National Championship of your class. Would those present be aware that they were in the throws of making history and how long in to the future will this journey take us? by Simon Hiscocks Posted 26 Sep 22:51 PDT