European Champion Matulja wins the Rogoznica Cup European Champion Matulja wins the Rogoznica Cup 77 sailors from 16 countries across four continents raced in Croatia Rogoznica served as the epicenter of elite model yacht racing from April 9 to 12, hosting the landmark 20th Rogoznica Cup, the Open Championship of Croatia for the IOM class. by JK Val Šibenik Posted 15 Apr 07:37 PDT The world's most iconic places to sail The world's most iconic places to sail Few photographers understand the language of the sea as instinctively as Kurt Arrigo Few photographers understand the language of the sea as instinctively as Kurt Arrigo. Raised in Malta, with the Mediterranean as both backdrop and playground, he has spent the last two decades capturing some of sailing's most iconic moments. by Henri-Lloyd Posted 15 Apr 06:30 PDT Must-Do Flotilla Moments in the Med, up to 20% off Must-Do Flotilla Moments in the Med, up to 20% off Sunsail's pick of the most unmissable flotilla spots Flotilla holidays offer the unique opportunity to discover under-the-radar destinations, socialise with new people, and experience the Mediterranean in all its glory, all while embracing the peace of being on the water. by Sunsail Posted 15 Apr 06:30 PDT Globe40 Leg 6 Finish in Lorient Globe40 Leg 6 Finish in Lorient Credit Mutuel winner, Belgium Ocean Racing - Curium a magnificent runner-up By crossing the finish line of the 6th and final leg of the GLOBE40 in Lorient, Ian Lipinski and Antoine Carpentier on CREDIT MUTUEL not only secured another (and 5th) leg victory but also an overall victory in this second edition of the GLOBE40. by Sirius Events Posted 15 Apr 06:27 PDT Lorient to host The Ocean Race Atlantic finish Lorient to host The Ocean Race Atlantic finish The epic race will take the mixed-crew IMOCA fleet from New York to Lorient The epic race will take the mixed-crew IMOCA fleet from New York to Lorient, France on a new high-speed transatlantic route. by The Ocean Race Posted 15 Apr 06:26 PDT A new era for the International Maxi Association A new era for the International Maxi Association A fresh influx of maxi owners to its Board and a new President to steer the Association The International Maxi Association starts its 47th season of maxi yacht racing in 2026 with a fresh influx of maxi owners to its Board and a new President to steer the Association. by International Maxi Association Posted 15 Apr 02:30 PDT Smart Rig Manager: "The Future of Yacht Ownership" Smart Rig Manager: "The Future of Yacht Ownership" Universal rig management on Garmin, Raymarine, and B&G for the first time Digitalisation has delivered huge benefits to yacht owners. Particularly when monitoring safe, efficient rig loading, but translating raw data into meaningful insights can be a barrier. by Cyclops Marine Posted 15 Apr 01:00 PDT Clean Sailors Expands Global ReSail Platform Clean Sailors Expands Global ReSail Platform Through Partnership Tackling Wetsuit Waste Clean Sailors, the organisation behind the innovative ReSail platform, today announced an exciting new partnership with Circular Flow, a leader in neoprene reuse solutions. by Clean Sailors Posted 14 Apr 23:11 PDT Sail America hosts Industry Conference in Newport Sail America hosts Industry Conference in Newport Bringing the sailing industry together for two engaging days of learning and conversation The annual Sail America Industry Conference (SAIC) returned to Newport, RI, bringing the sailing industry together for two engaging days of learning, conversation, and connection. by Sail America Posted 14 Apr 15:42 PDT Epigen J/24 Worlds set for Melbourne, Australia Epigen J/24 Worlds set for Melbourne, Australia Sandringham Yacht Club is set to welcome an international fleet in November The Epigen J/24 World Championship 2026 will take place at Sandringham Yacht Club in Melbourne, Australia, welcoming an international fleet of competitors to one of sailing's most respected and enduring one-design classes. by Simon Grain Posted 14 Apr 14:45 PDT 5th Cascais J/70 Winter Series - Easter Cup 5th Cascais J/70 Winter Series - Easter Cup A total of 21 teams from 9 nations competed The Clube Naval de Cascais hosted the final stage of J/70 class winter circuit, the 5th Cascais J/70 Winter Series - Easter Cup, from April 10 to 12, 2026. by Press CNCascais Posted 14 Apr 09:45 PDT UpWind by MerConcept enters a pivotal season UpWind by MerConcept enters a pivotal season With 11th Hour Racing's continued support After two years of steady progression, UpWind by MerConcept is entering a defining phase in 2026. At its helm, French skipper Anne-Claire Le Berre, 44, from Brittany, is preparing to take on her most ambitious challenge yet. by UpWind by MerConcept Posted 14 Apr 06:19 PDT Thai Fiji Adventure 2026 Thai Fiji Adventure 2026 Short and long course catamaran racing in the Gulf of Thailand The rigged boats, the screaming Gulf of Thailand and the adrenaline on the starting line. This wasn't just a sailing competition; it was an all-out assault on the water. No one was here to play it safe, but to go hard or go down! by Carlo Pagano Posted 14 Apr 01:37 PDT Argo Racing set to launch an Ultim-sized trimaran Argo Racing set to launch an Ultim-sized trimaran The design has been entrusted to VPLP Design, and the construction to Multiplast After sailing in recent years on the MOD70, the American team Argo Racing has announced the launch of an Ultim-sized trimaran by 2029, intended for a crewed record-breaking campaign. by Multiplast Posted 14 Apr 01:23 PDT America's Cup: Kiwis bolster sailing squads America's Cup: Kiwis bolster sailing squads Lena Sanderson and Serena Woodall join Womens and wider America's Cup sailing squad Serena Woodall and Helena (Lena) Sanderson will be central to the team's Women's America's Cup campaign while integrating into the wider sailing squad. by Hamish Hooper. Emirates Team Posted 13 Apr 23:25 PDT Armstrong & SailGP get young sailors foiling Armstrong & SailGP get young sailors foiling The SailGP Inspire program brought its mission directly directly to local grassroots sailors At the Enel Rio Sail Grand Prix, last weekend, alongside the Mubadala Brazil SailGP Team, the SailGP Inspire program brought its mission directly to local grassroots. by Laura Hampton Posted 13 Apr 18:22 PDT 60th Don Q Rum Snipe Regatta at Coconut Grove 60th Don Q Rum Snipe Regatta at Coconut Grove Biscayne Bay delivered up glamour conditions Biscayne Bay delivered up glamour conditions for the 60th Annual Don Q Rum Snipe Regatta, hosted April 10-12 by the Coconut Grove Sailing Club and the US Sailing Center. by Kathleen Tocke Posted 13 Apr 11:39 PDT Notice of Race posted for 2026 AEGEAN 600 Notice of Race posted for 2026 AEGEAN 600 This now-legendary 605-mile circumnavigation of the Aegean Sea invites all eligible offshore teams Organizers at the Hellenic Ocean Racing Club (HORC) and Olympic Marine have announced the final version of the Notice of Race is now published for this year's edition of the AEGEAN 600 that starts on July 5, 2026. by Hellenic Offshore Racing Club Posted 13 Apr 10:41 PDT SailGP Venue vs. Revenue SailGP Venue vs. Revenue In 'Grandstand' sailing the race area is defined well in advance of the event SailGP finally got to land in South America, with the inaugural Rio Sail Grand Prix taking place over the weekend. by Mark Jardine Posted 13 Apr 10:00 PDT iQFOiL North Americans set for LA28 Olympic waters iQFOiL North Americans set for LA28 Olympic waters Long Beach to host key continental event at the future Olympic venue The 2026 iQFOiL North American Championship will take place in Long Beach, California, hosted by Alamitos Bay YC, bringing top athletes from across the continent to race in the very waters that will host the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic windsurfing events. by iQFOiL Class Association Posted 13 Apr 08:57 PDT Antigua Racing Cup 2026 overall Antigua Racing Cup 2026 overall A Dazzling New Chapter in Caribbean Racing The first edition of the Antigua Racing Cup has stamped its mark on the Caribbean racing calendar, delivering exactly what it set out to achieve: pure competition in paradise. by Louay Habib / Antigua Racing Cup Posted 13 Apr 07:04 PDT From Juniors to Contenders From Juniors to Contenders A New Era in the 470 Fleet The 470 fleet is evolving fast, with a new generation already stepping up and challenging the top level. by International 470 Class Association Posted 13 Apr 00:55 PDT Your 2026 Race Kit - Sorted Your 2026 Race Kit - Sorted The start of the season is always the same The start of the season is always the same — checking your kit, figuring out what still works, and what needs replacing. Rooster have broken your race kit down by layer — making it easier to choose what works for your sailing and the conditions. by Rooster Posted 12 Apr 23:30 PDT Globe40 Leg 6 Update Globe40 Leg 6 Update Final sprint for all towards Lorient What will everyone feel when they leave Groix and Pen Men to their right after having left them to their left 30,000 miles ago? Between these two moments, they will have covered a whole world. by Sirius Events Posted 12 Apr 21:52 PDT SailGP Rio: Four straight wins for Australia SailGP Rio: Four straight wins for Australia The Bonds Flying Roos won four straight races on the second day of racing at SailGP Rio. The Bonds Flying Roos won four straight races on the second day of racing at SailGP Rio. That included the three qualifying races sailed, plus the final - a feat unprecedented in the six seasons of SailGP League racing. Full replay here. by SailGP & Sail-World.com Posted 12 Apr 14:59 PDT 2026 Southern Showdown Day 3 2026 Southern Showdown Day 3 At times it felt more like a college team race event Day 3 tested saw teams testing the limits. With three boats on the race course there were times that it felt more like a college team race event with tacking duels, passbacks and pinning out on the line. by Caroline Rochford Posted 12 Apr 08:42 PDT Antigua Racing Cup 2026 Day 3 Antigua Racing Cup 2026 Day 3 Trade Wind Rhythm, Caribbean Blues The penultimate day of racing at the Antigua Racing Cup was delayed due to allow a big rain squall to pass through. The wind speed and direction was in a state of flux all day. The first race of the day started in sub-ten knots. by Louay Habib / Antigua Racing Cup Posted 11 Apr 23:09 PDT SailGP: Funky breezes on Guanabara Bay SailGP: Funky breezes on Guanabara Bay These images give some idea of why the breeze on Guanabara Bay suffers from land influence These images, shot during the 2016 Olympics, and current SailGP regatta in Rio de Janeiro - give some idea of why the breeze on Guanabara Bay is highly variable in pressure and direction. by Richard Gladwell- Sail-World.com Posted 11 Apr 21:18 PDT SailGP Rio: Tight at the top - Day 1 SailGP Rio: Tight at the top - Day 1 USA continues their excellent form of Season 6 - in second overall after four races. The Bonds Flying Roos lead the fleet with 28 points after the opening four fleet races of the Enel Rio Sail Grand Prix. A red-hot U.S. SailGP Team is close behind in second (27 points), while Artemis SailGP Team round out the podium group. by SailGP Media Posted 11 Apr 15:48 PDT Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta Preview Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta Preview Excitement is building as classic yachts converge on English Harbour Excitement is building as classic yachts converge on English Harbour. With over 50 yachts registered this year it's going to be another unforgettable week on and off the water. by Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta Posted 11 Apr 10:45 PDT 2026 Southern Showdown Day 2 2026 Southern Showdown Day 2 Wizard showing no signs of slowing Pensacola Bay delivers once again! Race day 2 brought sunny skies, good breeze and flat water; perfect conditions for our GL52s to complete three incredible races! by Caroline Rochford Posted 11 Apr 08:03 PDT Tom Slingsby reveals all including his next Cup Tom Slingsby reveals all including his next Cup Interview: America's Cup winner, Olympic Gold medalist, and multiple SailGP Grand Final winner America's Cup winner, Olympic Gold medalist, and multiple SailGP Grand Final winner, Tom Slingsby spoke recently at Sydney's Double Bay Sailing Club. by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World Posted 11 Apr 06:06 PDT 2026 Cannes Malta Race announced 2026 Cannes Malta Race announced Connecting two of the Mediterranean's most celebrated sailing destinations The Royal Malta Yacht Club (RMYC) and the Cannes Yacht Club have announced the launch of the 2026 Cannes Malta Race, a compelling offshore event that connects two of the Mediterranean's most celebrated sailing destinations. by Royal Malta YC & Cannes YC Posted 11 Apr 00:02 PDT Antigua Racing Cup 2026 Day 2 Antigua Racing Cup 2026 Day 2 Trade wind rhythm, Caribbean blues The Antigua Racing Cup was once again blessed with solid breeze for the second day of the regatta but with a subtle difference to the opening day. by Louay Habib / Antigua Racing Cup Posted 10 Apr 21:21 PDT Vaikobi Full Zip Hooded Towel Vaikobi Full Zip Hooded Towel Not your average beach poncho Vaikobi's Hooded Change Towels are designed for those who don't stop when conditions turn. by Vaikobi Posted 10 Apr 14:30 PDT USA 18ft Skiff Challenge - a brief history USA 18ft Skiff Challenge - a brief history 2026 saw first US competitor at JJ Giltinan World Championship since 2019 The participation of Mikey Radziejowski, David Liebenberg and Daniel Roberts at the 2026 JJ Giltinan Championship marked the return of a USA competitor at the championship for the first time since Katie Love skippered Panasonic Lumix in 2019. by Frank Quealey Posted 10 Apr 14:02 PDT Three new 52 SUPER SERIES teams Three new 52 SUPER SERIES teams Among the 14 boats starting the season at Puerto Portals When the five regatta 2026 52 SUPER SERIES season starts there will be three new teams among the 14 boats representing 11 different nations competing on the legendary Bay of Palma at Puerto Portals 52 SUPER SERIES Sailing Week. by 52 Super Series Posted 10 Apr 08:44 PDT 2026 Southern Showdown Day 1 2026 Southern Showdown Day 1 Wizard continued their dominance from the last event and secured three, first-place race finishes The GL52s were back in action yesterday for the second and final event of their 2026 Southern Series. In this beat down showdown, Katana, Windquest and Wizard are battling for top honors in both this event and the overal series title. by Caroline Rochford Posted 10 Apr 07:45 PDT 60th OK Dinghy World Rankings 60th OK Dinghy World Rankings Nick Craig back on top Nick Craig has returned to the top of the OK Dinghy World Ranking List for the first time in two years. He replaces Andy Davis, who drops to second with former World No.1 Patric Mure remaining in third. by Robert Deaves Posted 10 Apr 06:37 PDT An action-packed 2026 season ahead for IMOCA An action-packed 2026 season ahead for IMOCA With five races including the Vendée Arctique, The Ocean Race Atlantic and the Route du Rhum Antoine Mermod, the President of the IMOCA Class, is looking forward to what will be his ninth season at the helm of the world's most exciting offshore ocean racing class, and says 2026 is going to be another action-packed year. by Ed Gorman / IMOCA Globe Series Posted 10 Apr 01:52 PDT