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Sam Goodchild crowned IMOCA Globe Series Champion
After a stunning 2025 season he wins the title for the second time
© MACIF Santé Prévoyance
Harry Melges IV Signs with U.S. SailGP Team
Ahead of the 2025 Season Grand Final
© U.S. SailGP Team
J/24 US Nationals at Florida Yacht Club
Showcasing the resilience and camaraderie of the class
© USA J/24 Class Association
18ft Skiff NSW Championship Races 1 & 2
Another great day for the female helms
© SailMedia
Athena Racing appoints Ian Walker as CEO
Round the World Race skipper Ian Walker joins America's Cup team
© Athena Racing
Save On Dinghy Gear Proven By World Champions
Save On Dinghy Gear Proven By World Champions
More Black Friday Savings at Zhik
Prices are unlocked on Zhik Dinghy Boots, PFD's, Wetsuits and more...
by Zhik
Posted 28 Nov 12:00 PST
8th Portugal Grand Prix at Vilamoura Day 2
8th Portugal Grand Prix at Vilamoura Day 2
Mixed conditions allow the 49er fleet to complete 3 races, while the ILCA fleets complete only one
Day 2 delivered mixed conditions in Vilamoura, allowing the 49er fleet to complete three races, while the ILCA 7 and ILCA 6 fleets each managed one. The 49erFX fleet could not complete any races.
by Prow Media
Posted 28 Nov 10:39 PST
iQFOiL Senior Europeans at Sferracavallo Day 5
iQFOiL Senior Europeans at Sferracavallo Day 5
Top 10 confirmed for tomorrow's Medal Series showdown
The penultimate day of the 2025 iQFOiL European Championship in Sferracavallo brought frustration and waiting as light and unstable wind conditions made racing impossible.
by iQFOiL Class
Posted 28 Nov 08:54 PST
J70 North Americans Race Spotlight: Lydia Woolson
J70 North Americans Race Spotlight: Lydia Woolson
How the J/70 Can Keep Young Sailors in the Game
For many lifelong sailors, the story begins with a family boat or weekend sails. For Lydia Woolson, it began with summer camp.
by DIYC
Posted 28 Nov 07:44 PST
High School & College Regional Qualifier Opens
High School & College Regional Qualifier Opens
A New National Stage for America's Next Generation of Foiling Sailors
The WASZP Class has set the stage for a major shift in American youth and collegiate sailing with the announcement of its Regional Qualifiers for the inaugural National Championship.
by WASZP Class
Posted 28 Nov 07:40 PST
20th anniversary OK Dinghy World Ranking
20th anniversary OK Dinghy World Ranking
Andy Davis is the new World No. 1
Twenty years ago the first ever OK Dinghy World Ranking list was released. It had just 287 sailors listed. Now, 20 years later, the 58th OK Dinghy World Ranking list has 664 sailors listed.
by Robert Deaves
Posted 28 Nov 06:52 PST
World Sailing Inclusion Championships preparations
World Sailing Inclusion Championships preparations
Ahead of the historic first edition of this global event
The organizing committee for the 2025 World Sailing Inclusion Championships—represented by Oman Sail—continues to step up preparations ahead of the historic first edition of this global event.
by Oman Sail
Posted 28 Nov 03:18 PST
The Rooster Big Weekend
The Rooster Big Weekend
Black Friday Starts Here
This is it. After a week of early-access teasers, The Rooster Big Weekend is officially LIVE — and the whole collection is now open to everyone.
by Rooster
Posted 28 Nov 01:03 PST
Sam Goodchild crowned IMOCA Globe Series Champion
Sam Goodchild crowned IMOCA Globe Series Champion
After a stunning 2025 season he wins the title for the second time
After a long season at the top of the IMOCA fleet that featured three race wins, Great Britain's Sam Goodchild is, for the second time in three years, the IMOCA Globe Series Champion.
by Ed Gorman / IMOCA Globe Series
Posted 28 Nov 00:55 PST
SailGP: Peter Burling cleared to race
SailGP: Peter Burling cleared to race
Black Foils skipper Peter Burling has been cleared to race this weekend in Abu Dhabi.
The Black Foils team have advised that their skipper and helmsman, Peter Burling, who injured a finger on his right hand in test racing, has been cleared to race in the Grand Final this weekend in Abu Dhabi. See broadcast time schedule here.
by Richard Gladwell, Sail-World NZ
Posted 27 Nov 23:45 PST
“If we're focused, we win”
“If we're focused, we win”
Slingsby sets Aussies' intent for high-stakes SailGP Grand Final showdown
Australia's greatest rivals - Emirates GBR, the Black Foils and Los Gallos - are circling but the Aussies have made one thing clear: they are not backing down.
by BONDS Flying Roos
Posted 27 Nov 22:04 PST
Sail Brisbane 2025 Set to Shine
Sail Brisbane 2025 Set to Shine
In Partnership with Australian Sailing
The Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron (RQYS) is proud to announce the return of Sail Brisbane 2025, taking place from 16 to 20 December 2025, in partnership with Australian Sailing.
by Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron
Posted 27 Nov 21:40 PST
Eight-time World champion leads the line-up
Eight-time World champion leads the line-up
For the World Match Racing Tour Final in Shenzhen
The World Match Racing Tour (WMRT) today announced the sixteen confirmed skippers to compete in the 2025 World Match Racing Tour Final Shenzhen Bao'an in China scheduled to take place from 6-11 January 2026.
by WMRT
Posted 27 Nov 21:02 PST
8th Portugal Grand Prix at Vilamoura Day 1
8th Portugal Grand Prix at Vilamoura Day 1
Plenty of action on the water
The 8th Portugal Grand Prix got off to an exciting start today under a flawless sunny sky. The event brought together 248 sailors and 68 coaches from all corners of the globe, competing across the ILCA 6, ILCA 7, 49er, and 49er FX classes.
by Prow Media
Posted 27 Nov 14:18 PST
Dorset sailor turns 21 in the most remote ocean
Dorset sailor turns 21 in the most remote ocean
Lauren is the First Mate on board the Washington, DC yacht in the Clipper Race
Dorset sailor Lauren Corn celebrated her 21st birthday while racing across the notorious Roaring Forties and helping lead a crew of 20 adventurers around the globe.
by Clipper Race
Posted 27 Nov 08:35 PST
iQFOiL Senior Europeans at Sferracavallo Day 4
iQFOiL Senior Europeans at Sferracavallo Day 4
Emma Wilson (GBR) and Nico Goyard (FRA) take the lead as the Final Series wraps up tomorrow
Day 4 of the iQFOiL Senior European Championship al Circolo Velico Sferracavallo opened with cooler temperatures and a light morning breeze, keeping both sailors and race officials on their toes.
by iQFOiL Class
Posted 27 Nov 08:27 PST
The Famous Project CIC to start on Saturday
The Famous Project CIC to start on Saturday
A weather window is opening up for their Jules Verne Trophy attempt
The big challenge launched by Alexia Barrier and the seven women of "The Famous Project CIC" for the Jules Verne Trophy is set to begin on Saturday!
by Agence TB Press
Posted 27 Nov 07:13 PST
J70 North Americans Sailor Spotlight: Steve Knoop
J70 North Americans Sailor Spotlight: Steve Knoop
Everyone is willing to share notes and help one another improve
The J/70 is arguably one of the most competitive one-design classes in the world. What makes the class unique is that, while it's incredibly competitive, everyone is willing to share notes and help one another improve.
by DIYC
Posted 27 Nov 06:41 PST
37 nations set for World Sailing Inclusion Champs
37 nations set for World Sailing Inclusion Champs
A total of 154 athletes, alongside coaches and support staff, have entered the landmark event
World Sailing, the sport's global governing body, is celebrating a major milestone as over 150 participants representing 37 nations have registered for the inaugural World Sailing Inclusion Championships.
by World Sailing
Posted 27 Nov 06:17 PST
Black Foils injury rocks SailGP Grand Final fight
Black Foils injury rocks SailGP Grand Final fight
Black Foils driver Peter Burling will not participate in today's practice sailing
Black Foils driver Peter Burling will not participate in today's practice sailing after being rushed to the hospital due to a hand injury on Wednesday.
by SailGP Media
Posted 27 Nov 04:00 PST
Vaikobi Black Friday Frenzy starts 7am Friday
Vaikobi Black Friday Frenzy starts 7am Friday
Get your carts ready. Set your alarms.
Get your carts ready. Set your alarms.
by Vaikobi Ocean Performance
Posted 26 Nov 23:30 PST
18ft Skiff Club Championship Race 6 Preview
18ft Skiff Club Championship Race 6 Preview
Time-honoured championship continues
After last Sunday's 18 footer double-header over two short course races, the Australian 18 Footers League returns to a full length championship for next Sunday's Race 6 of the Club Championship on Sydney Harbour.
by Frank Quealey
Posted 26 Nov 23:22 PST
SailGP: Burling injured ahead of Grand Final
SailGP: Burling injured ahead of Grand Final
Black Foils Peter Burling to miss practice day following finger injury. Others make key changes.
Black Foils Driver Peter Burling will miss Thursday's scheduled practice sailing session. Several other significant changes have been made by other teams, who cannot make the $2million Grand Final this Sunday.
by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World.com/nz
Posted 26 Nov 15:44 PST
Australian Sailing Team set for Sail Melbourne
Australian Sailing Team set for Sail Melbourne
Home-grown stars and international talent converge
The Australian Sailing Team (AST) is set to hit home waters this week as Sail Melbourne gets under way from Royal Brighton Yacht Club, with Olympians, emerging talent and first-timers lining up across a strong multi-class fleet.
by Lisa Darmanin / Australian Sailing Team
Posted 26 Nov 12:07 PST
Harry Melges IV Signs with U.S. SailGP Team
Harry Melges IV Signs with U.S. SailGP Team
Ahead of the 2025 Season Grand Final
The U.S. SailGP Team has added World Champion American sailor Harry Melges IV to its roster ahead of this weekend's Mubadala Abu Dhabi Sail Grand Prix Grand Final, further strengthening its crew as it builds toward the future.
by U.S. SailGP Team
Posted 26 Nov 11:00 PST
17th Transat Café L'or - The full story
17th Transat Café L'or - The full story
The race was full of twists and turns - a formidable, engaging challenge at all levels
Four classes, four courses, four winning duos... the Coffee Route double handed race from France to Martinique once more proved a formidable, engaging challenge at all levels.
by Transat Café L'OR
Posted 26 Nov 09:10 PST
iQFOiL Senior Europeans at Sferracavallo Day 3
iQFOiL Senior Europeans at Sferracavallo Day 3
Weather turns tricky in Sferracavallo as only one Men's race is completed
Day 3 of the iQFOiL Senior European Championship at Circolo Velico Sferracavallo started with high hopes as sunshine, a warm breeze, and a building south-westerly wind greeted the athletes.
by iQFOiL Class
Posted 26 Nov 08:31 PST
J70 North Americans Sailor Spotlight: Andrew Blank
J70 North Americans Sailor Spotlight: Andrew Blank
Some sailors seem born with saltwater in their veins. Andrew Blank wasn't one of them.
Some sailors seem born with saltwater in their veins. Andrew Blank wasn't one of them.
by DIYC
Posted 26 Nov 07:37 PST
SailGP continues to ring the changes
SailGP continues to ring the changes
SailGP continues to ring the changes for the Grand Final - new rigs - new foils
Despite being the pinnacle event for Season 5, SailGP will continue to make changes to the F50 setup, and rig/foil combinations. The controversial 29metre rig will not be deployed for the Grand Final in Abu Dhabi, this weekend.
by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World.com/nz
Posted 26 Nov 04:36 PST
30% Off Sitewide at Henri-Lloyd
30% Off Sitewide at Henri-Lloyd
Black Friday starts now
Our Black Friday sale is here with 30% off (excluding items already discounted) site-wide across all our collections and bestselling products.
by Henri-Lloyd
Posted 26 Nov 02:23 PST
Globe40 Leg 3 Update
Globe40 Leg 3 Update
Desperately seeking the Roaring Forties
After a spectacular and already hard-fought start last Saturday, November 22, from Saint Paul Bay in Reunion Island, the competitors in Leg 3 of the 2nd edition of the GLOBE40 are now nearly 700 miles south of the island.
by Sirius Events
Posted 26 Nov 00:15 PST
McIntyre Golden Globe - Nine months to go
McIntyre Golden Globe - Nine months to go
15 of 26 McIntyre GGR entrants meet for first time in Les Sables d'Olonne during a 2-day conference
The mood of McIntyre Golden Globe entrants and managers who met for the first time over two days in Les Sables d'Olonne was a mix of excitement, emotion and pure passion. There was an air of urgency and apprehension for some.
by Golden Globe Race
Posted 25 Nov 23:19 PST
RSHYR Line Honours Champ throws down gauntlet
RSHYR Line Honours Champ throws down gauntlet
Beck, Owner/Skipper of LawConnect, will be facing four other 100-foot maxi racers
Line Honours winning Skipper from the last two Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Races, Christian Beck, has again thrown down the gauntlet to claim underdog status as the psychological warfare starts before the 2025 race.
by RSHYR Media
Posted 25 Nov 18:58 PST
YJA Young Journalist of the Year 2025 announced
YJA Young Journalist of the Year 2025 announced
Lydia Mullan has been named as the winner
Lydia Mullan has been named as the Yachting Journalists' Association (YJA) Young Journalist of the Year 2025.
by Yachting Journalists' Association
Posted 25 Nov 13:20 PST
Passion, Precision and Innovation at Metstrade
Passion, Precision and Innovation at Metstrade
If you want a positive outlook on the marine industry then there's no better place to be
If you want a positive outlook on the marine industry then there's no better place to be than Amsterdam in mid-November.
by Mark Jardine
Posted 25 Nov 10:00 PST
Jackman and Reynolds cheer on BONDS Flying Roos
Jackman and Reynolds cheer on BONDS Flying Roos
Ahead of this weekend's SailGP Abu Dhabi Grand Final
Hugh and Ryan dropped a fun new video today introducing global audiences to SailGP and the Australia team. The duo bring their signature banter as they join BONDS Flying Roos Driver and CEO Tom Slingsby.
by BONDS Flying Roos
Posted 25 Nov 08:26 PST
IOM Worlds 2026 Runners and Riders Part 1
IOM Worlds 2026 Runners and Riders Part 1
A design history of the class and what the likely winning designs will be
A competitor said to me last weekend, "I learnt more in 3 months of radio sailing than 30 years racing a dinghy". There will be nowhere better to extend your learning of racing than by watching the best in the world in a stadium like setting.
by Nigel Barrow
Posted 25 Nov 08:04 PST
Trofeo Princesa Sofía Mallorca example of success
Trofeo Princesa Sofía Mallorca example of success
Ferran Muniesa participated as a speaker at the Yacht Racing Forum
A renowned annual meeting of the main players in international competitive sailing, the Yacht Racing Forum, included the Trofeo Princesa Sofía Mallorca as an example of the organisation of top-level international regattas in its 2025 edition.
by Trofeo S.A.R. Princesa Sofía
Posted 25 Nov 07:51 PST
iQFOiL Senior Europeans at Sferracavallo Day 2
iQFOiL Senior Europeans at Sferracavallo Day 2
Strong breeze and tight racing in Sicily
After a slow start on Day 1, conditions at the 2025 iQFOiL Senior European Championship came to life today in Sferracavallo. With sunshine and a solid breeze filling in across the racecourse, all fleets were able to complete five full course races.
by iQFOiL Class
Posted 25 Nov 07:33 PST
Six recognised into Cape Horn Hall of Fame
Six recognised into Cape Horn Hall of Fame
Cape Horners take centre stage in Portsmouth
It was a time for seafaring memories as 126 Cape Horners met up in Portsmouth to applaud the latest in a Who's Who list of global circumnavigators to be inducted into the Cape Horn Hall of Fame.
by Barry Pickthall for IACH
Posted 25 Nov 07:18 PST