Night sailing, Transat Paprec, Congressional Cup Night sailing, Transat Paprec, Congressional Cup Night sailing, encountering light airs in the Transat Paprec, Congressional Cup We bundled up as the last of the rays sunlight dipped below the Olympic Mountains and night quietly fell on Puget Sound. We'd been racing for about twelve hours in the Seattle Yacht Club's Protection Island Race (April 26), and we were getting tired. by David Schmidt Posted 6 May 10:00 PDT Bulwarks and Bulldust – new Vodcast Show launches Bulwarks and Bulldust – new Vodcast Show launches Join us as we pan for the gold dust, whilst sifting out the bulldust. Bulwarks and Bulldust looks at the serious subjects from inside the world of boating, but we don't take ourselves too seriously. The show covers off everything from Off The Beach to Superyachts, Powerboats to Ocean Racing, and the marine industry itself by Bullwarks and Bulldust Posted 6 May 15:00 PDT iQFOiL Youth & Junior International Games day 1 iQFOiL Youth & Junior International Games day 1 Unexpected breeze delivers a spectacular opening day of racing on Lake Garda The iQFOiL Youth & Junior International Games are officially under way in Torbole, Lake Garda, marking the second major event of the 2025 season for the U19/U17/U15 athletes of the iQFOiL Youth & Junior International Class. by iQFOiL Communications Posted 6 May 11:07 PDT Transat Paprec Day 17 Transat Paprec Day 17 "An Atlantic Crossing with the Intensity of La Solitaire" They've proven that persistence pays off—even when faced with serious setbacks. Lola Billy and Corentin Horeau had to make a pit stop in Lisbon during the first week of the race to replace a damaged rudder. by Transat Paprec Posted 6 May 10:58 PDT Triple amputee passes halfway point of challenge Triple amputee passes halfway point of challenge Craid Wood is more determined than ever, despite troubles during Pacific crossing Despite experiencing a number of technical issues with his boat, Craig Wood is now halfway through his sail with well over 4000 nautical miles done. He is feeling positive about reaching the finish line at Osaka in Japan in just over a months' time. by Mia Hodgkinson Posted 6 May 09:34 PDT Swan Bonifacio Challenge 2025 Preview Swan Bonifacio Challenge 2025 Preview A record-breaking 31 ClubSwan one-design yachts representing 27 nations taking part The highly anticipated 2025 edition of The Nations Cup officially sets sail today from Bonifacio, Corsica, with a record-breaking 31 ClubSwan one-design yachts representing 27 nations. by ClubSwan Racing Posted 6 May 08:21 PDT Offshore Special Regulations Lighting Guide Offshore Special Regulations Lighting Guide Released by Exposure Marine ahead of the Rolex Fastnet Race Exposure Marine has launched a dedicated Offshore Special Regulations Lighting Guide to support sailing enthusiasts and offshore racers—particularly those preparing for this year's Rolex Fastnet Race. by Exposure Marine Posted 6 May 04:00 PDT Zhik expands Danish Sailing Team partnership Zhik expands Danish Sailing Team partnership Continuing for another four years as Official Technical Apparel Supplier Zhik, global leader in high-performance water wear, is proud to announce its partnership with the Danish Sailing Team will continue for another four years, as Official Technical Apparel Supplier through to the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. by Zhik Posted 6 May 02:52 PDT Biotherm set for The Ocean Race Europe Biotherm set for The Ocean Race Europe Paul Meilhat assembles a team of winners for the event A little over three months after securing 5th place in the Vendée Globe, Paul Meilhat is preparing to set sail for new horizons. by Biothern Posted 6 May 02:42 PDT Paul Whiting: Tribute to top designer Paul Whiting: Tribute to top designer A tribute is being held for one of New Zealand's leading designers, Paul Whiting. The Paul Whiting Tribute is being held at the Ponsonby Cruising Club on Thursday May 15 2025. The Whiting designed and built "Taranui 3" (the plug for the Whiting 47) and the mighty "Magic Bus" will be on display right outside the club. by Whiting Family Posted 5 May 18:05 PDT Excellent condition at Sailing League Championship Excellent condition at Sailing League Championship Ethan Doyle and San Francisco Yacht Club Team qualify for finals in Kiel, Germany St. Francis YC hosted the second year of the US Sailing League West Coast Championship, an offshoot of the SAILING Champions League, an international high-level club vs. club fleet racing circuit that's been held in Europe and Australia since 2014. by St. Francis Yacht Club Posted 5 May 17:12 PDT New Maxi Edmond de Rothschild gears towards flight New Maxi Edmond de Rothschild gears towards flight The future 32-metre giant is gradually taking shape, a day at a time In December 2023, Ariane de Rothschild officially announced the start of construction for a new oceanic maxi-trimaran designed to venture ever further along the path towards offshore flight initiated by her predecessor, Gitana 17. by Gitana Team Posted 5 May 12:32 PDT iQFOiL Youth & Junior International Games Preview iQFOiL Youth & Junior International Games Preview Over 200 athletes from 23 nations gather at Lake Garda following a high-level Coppa Italia opener The international iQFOiL Class is surging into the 2025 season with record participation and growing global engagement. by iQFOiL Communications Posted 5 May 12:30 PDT 2025 Yachting Cup at San Diego YC overall 2025 Yachting Cup at San Diego YC overall Awarding 7 class winners along with the overall award to J/24 Wharf Rat Day 2 of SDYC's Yachting Cup started with a bit of rain and overcast coastal skies. The race management team was concerned about the forecast conditions - specifically the sea state, which built as a result of an overnight offshore front. by San Diego Yacht Club Posted 5 May 10:44 PDT The Stop-Start SailGP Season So Far The Stop-Start SailGP Season So Far Season 5 of SailGP has already had more than its fair share of drama and excitement Season 5 of SailGP has already had more than its fair share of drama and excitement, and is currently on pause ahead of the Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix, which is set to take place on 7th & 8th June. by Henri-Lloyd Posted 5 May 10:30 PDT An evening honouring the Vendée Globe heroes An evening honouring the Vendée Globe heroes On Saturday, May 10, Les Sables d'Olonne will once again come alive to celebrate On Saturday, May 10, Les Sables d'Olonne will once again come alive to celebrate the epic journey of the Vendée Globe and pay tribute to the skippers of the 2024 edition, during a spectacular evening filled with emotion and festivity. by Vendée Globe media Posted 5 May 08:48 PDT Sail America Industry Conference concludes Sail America Industry Conference concludes Attendees hailed from around the country and enjoyed all that Annapolis has to offer The annual Sail America Industry Conference (SAIC) landed in Annapolis, MD, in mid-April, bringing the industry together for an engaging two days of camaraderie and learning. by Sail America Posted 5 May 06:33 PDT IMA challenges resume with Sandberg PalmaVela IMA challenges resume with Sandberg PalmaVela The event has traditionally started the Mediterranean maxi yacht racing season There was huge anticipation from within the maxi community with Sir Lindsay Owen-Jones' new Verdier 100 Magic Carpet E making her debut at Sandberg PalmaVela that concluded yesterday. by James Boyd / International Maxi Association Posted 5 May 05:49 PDT Monnin Victorious in 60th Congressional Cup Monnin Victorious in 60th Congressional Cup Defeating defending champion Chris Poole 3-2 in a closely contested final Switzerland's Eric Monnin and his Capvis Swiss Match Racing Team of Ute Monnin Wagner, Mathieu Renault, Jean-Claude Monnin, Simon Brügger, Julien Falxa, and Maxime Mesnil clinched a long awaited win of the 60th Anniversary Congressional Cup on Sunday. by World Match Racing Tour Posted 4 May 22:02 PDT For the love of slightly larger, even faster boats For the love of slightly larger, even faster boats Bring it on. No chicken chutes allowed. Celestial, the newest Cape 31 in Oz is up and racing Thank you. You have let For the love of small, fast boats run before the breeze like a superlight planning hull under way too big a kite, with immense sheep in the paddock, and the Sailing Master grasping the flare gun in his pocket... No chicken chutes. by John Curnow, Sail-World.com AUS Editor Posted 4 May 15:00 PDT 21st Sandberg PalmaVela overall 21st Sandberg PalmaVela overall A breezy finale in the Bay of Palma A thrilling and intense final day at Sandberg PalmaVela was enjoyed with choppy seas and wind conditions ranging from gentle airs to gusts of up to 23 knots. Several broken masts are evidence how tough the day was for some. by Alejandro Varela Posted 4 May 13:51 PDT 2025 ILCA 6 Women's & ILCA 7 Men's Worlds Preview 2025 ILCA 6 Women's & ILCA 7 Men's Worlds Preview The eyes of the sailing world will turn to Qingdao, China The eyes of the sailing world will turn to Qingdao, China, from 10-17 May 2025, as the city prepares to host the 2025 ILCA 6 Women's and ILCA 7 Men's World Championships. by ILCA Posted 4 May 13:37 PDT 52 SUPER SERIES Saint-Tropez Cup overall 52 SUPER SERIES Saint-Tropez Cup overall World Champions Gladiator score 52 SUPER SERIES season opening win. Britain's Tony Langley and his world champion crew secured overall victory at the first regatta of the five event 2025 52 SUPER SERIES season, the 52 SUPER SERIES Saint Tropez Sailing Week. by 52 Super Series Posted 4 May 12:19 PDT Transat Paprec Day 15 Transat Paprec Day 15 As the final sprint begins, reflecting on the unique journeys and experiences Among the 19 duos who set off from Concarneau, 8 are international teams, including 5 from the UK. by Transat Paprec Posted 4 May 10:22 PDT 2026 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta - Save the date 2026 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta - Save the date The premier classic sailing event of the Caribbean The Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta is the premier classic sailing event of the Caribbean attracting a large number of Classics every year from all around the world. by Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta Posted 4 May 07:48 PDT Diego Botin on 'getting back in the game' Diego Botin on 'getting back in the game' After a slow start to SailGP Season 5 Young guns Spain may have swept to victory last season, stealing the Season 4 Championship title from under the noses of league heavyweights Australia and New Zealand, but they began the 2025 Season with a string of mixed results. by SailGP Posted 4 May 07:14 PDT 60th Anniversary Congressional Cup Day 4 60th Anniversary Congressional Cup Day 4 High-stakes racing on the penultimate day Light airs and overcast conditions brought high-stakes racing to the penultimate day of the 60th Congressional Cup in Long Beach as the final four teams advanced to the semi-finals. by World Match Racing Tour Posted 3 May 22:57 PDT Ed Baird: From Laser Worlds to America's Cup Ed Baird: From Laser Worlds to America's Cup Shirley Robertson's new podcast season kicks off with US sailing legend Ed Baird A World Sailor of the Year award winner, Baird also holds a coveted spot in the America's Cup Hall of Fame, he's a multiple World Champion and is a regular across multiple Grand Prix Sailing leagues, from the 52 Super Series to the Maxi circuit. by Shirley Robertson Posted 3 May 21:30 PDT 5.5m Alpen Cup at Fraglia Vela Riva overall 5.5m Alpen Cup at Fraglia Vela Riva overall The Jean Genie wins the title for a record fourth time The Jean Genie (GBR 43, Peter Morton, Andrew Palfrey, Ruairidh Scott) only needed one more race to secure a record fourth Alpen Cup for Peter Morton, and took a third place in race 7 to win with a race to spare. by Robert Deaves Posted 3 May 19:48 PDT 2025 Yachting Cup at San Diego YC Day 1 2025 Yachting Cup at San Diego YC Day 1 Competitive racing with light conditions for the seven classes After all the concern about inclement weather and alternate plans... Day 1 of San Diego Yacht Club's Yachting Cup defied the forecasts. by San Diego Yacht Club Posted 3 May 19:26 PDT Antigua Race Week overall Antigua Race Week overall Steve Rigby's chartered J/122 El Ocaso claimed Antigua Sailing Week's most coveted prize After a week of intensely close racing, Steve Rigby's chartered J/122 El Ocaso, triumphed in CSA Racing Class 3, and claimed Antigua Sailing Week's most coveted prize, the Lord Nelson Trophy. by Rupert Holmes/Antigua Sailing Week Posted 3 May 16:06 PDT SailGP: Russell Coutts gives a progress report SailGP: Russell Coutts gives a progress report Progresson on review of wingsail structures, new boat builds, and building up the spares inventory. SailGP CEO Russell Coutts has provided an update on the League's issues as it undertakes a review of the wingsail structures, new boat builds, and building up the spares inventory. by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World NZ Posted 3 May 16:03 PDT 21st Sandberg PalmaVela Day 3 21st Sandberg PalmaVela Day 3 Light winds returned to the Bay of Palma again Light winds returned to the Bay of Palma again but that didn't stop the 11 classes getting new races. by Alejandro Varela Posted 3 May 13:08 PDT 2025 Formula Kite Europeans preview 2025 Formula Kite Europeans preview A critical moment in the evolution of the sport at Urla, Türkiye The 2025 Formula Kite European Championships are set to bring high-stakes competition and fresh challenges as the world's top riders take to the waters of Urla, Türkiye. by International Kiteboarding Association Posted 3 May 11:33 PDT 52 SUPER SERIES Saint-Tropez Cup Day 4 52 SUPER SERIES Saint-Tropez Cup Day 4 No racing Saturday so Gladiator leads into last day in Saint-Tropez Saint-Tropez in the South of France produced yet more frustration with next-to-no wind for the penultimate day of the 52 SUPER SERIES Saint-Tropez Trophy regatta. by 52 Super Series Posted 3 May 10:26 PDT Ibiza JoySail Race Director on the event evolution Ibiza JoySail Race Director on the event evolution How it has anchored its position as a benchmark Mediterranean race Ibiza JoySail has anchored its position as a benchmark race in the superyacht calendar, with outstanding growth since its launch in 2021. This year's edition will be held from 18 to 21 September 2025 at the spectacular Marina Ibiza. by Ibiza JoySail Posted 3 May 08:51 PDT 60th Anniversary Congressional Cup Day 3 60th Anniversary Congressional Cup Day 3 Crucial races to decide Semi-Finalists The race to the semi-finals at the 60th Long Beach Yacht Club Congressional Cup is going down to the wire. With just two flights remaining in the double round robin stage, four teams are locked in a high-stakes battle for the final semi-final slots. by World Match Racing Tour Posted 2 May 21:34 PDT Antigua Race Week Day 5 Antigua Race Week Day 5 Steady tradewinds return The final day of racing at Antigua Sailing Week saw a return to steady winds of 10-12 knots that gradually built to 13-14 knots, accompanied by plenty of tropical sun. by Rupert Holmes/Antigua Sailing Week Posted 2 May 16:50 PDT SDYC hosts the 2025 Yachting Cup this weekend SDYC hosts the 2025 Yachting Cup this weekend Featuring one design and handicap classes racing Each year as the calendar flips to May, San Diego Yacht Club hosts the annual Yachting Cup regatta, featuring one design and handicap classes racing. by San Diego Yacht Club Posted 2 May 15:40 PDT 5.5m Alpen Cup at Fraglia Vela Riva Day 2 5.5m Alpen Cup at Fraglia Vela Riva Day 2 The Jean Genie extends lead The Jean Genie (GBR 43, Peter Morton, Andrew Palfrey, Ruairidh Scott) extended their lead to 11 points after three more races on Friday at the 5.5 Metre Alpen Cup at Riva del Garda, Italy. by Robert Deaves Posted 2 May 14:42 PDT