CIC Normandy Channel Race day 4 CIC Normandy Channel Race day 4 Heavy two-way traffic in the Celtic Sea Virtually all the fleet has now rounded the compulsory Chaussée de Sein passage mark off the west coast of Brittany. The Class40 Bleu Blanc Planète Location is currently bringing up the rear after a pit stop in Roscoff to repair a cracked rudder bearing. by Sirius Events Posted 28 May 19:32 UTC Switzerland SailGP Team appoints new CEO Switzerland SailGP Team appoints new CEO Boet Brinkgreve will bring focus on growth, performance, and strategic partnerships Switzerland SailGP Team is pleased to announce the appointment of Boet Brinkgreve as its Chief Executive Officer, marking a strategic step in the team's ambition to become a top contender in the global SailGP league. by Switzerland SailGP Team Posted 28 May 19:07 UTC America's Cup Power Plays America's Cup Power Plays And Growing Sailing Through Learning There's always so much speculation and intrigue in-between each edition of the America's Cup. Everyone wants to know what is happening behind closed doors, inside the teams, and when the Challengers meet with the Defender. by Mark Jardine Posted 28 May 17:00 UTC 2025 is going to be a huge season for IMOCA 2025 is going to be a huge season for IMOCA Antoine Mermod talks about the season ahead Over the next four years the most exciting monohull class in world offshore ocean racing will take on no less than 17 races, covering tens of thousands of miles of the world's oceans. by Ed Gorman / IMOCA Globe Series Posted 28 May 14:48 UTC America's Cup enthusiasticly received in Naples America's Cup enthusiasticly received in Naples The Castel dell'Ovo, was the venue for the arrival of the America's Cup in Napes The Castel dell'Ovo, set on the tuft peninsula of Megaride was the outstanding setting for the Official Host Venue Presentation of the Louis Vuitton 38th America's Cup. by America's Cup Media Posted 28 May 14:07 UTC CYCA team to take best shot at the Admiral's Cup CYCA team to take best shot at the Admiral's Cup The Australian flag will fly proud on Zen and Back 2 Black The Australian flag will fly proud on Zen and Back 2 Black during the Admiral's Cup to be held in Cowes from the Isle of Wight from 17 July - 1 August. by Cruising Yacht Club of Australia Posted 28 May 06:15 UTC Doyle Sails: Ragtime blends retro and modern Doyle Sails: Ragtime blends retro and modern Launched in 1966, Infidel now Ragtime Sailing, has celebrated her 60th year with a refit Tina Roberts has beautifully restored Ragtime Sailing in honour of her late partner's wishes, choosing Doyle Sails not only for the world-class sails but for the depth of experience, personal commitment, and collaborative support that define the team. by Doyle Sails Posted 28 May 02:15 UTC The Ocean's Logbook amplifies global voices The Ocean's Logbook amplifies global voices A digital survey that looks beyond cold statistics to capture real stories A powerful new campaign designed to capture the world's emotional connection to the ocean is being launched today ahead of the third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3) in Nice, France in June. by The Ocean Race Posted 27 May 21:29 UTC CIC Normandy Channel Race day 3 CIC Normandy Channel Race day 3 Another 6 retirements after the entire day in meaty conditions The 16th CIC Normandy Channel Race fleet has spent the entire day navigating meaty conditions. The 25-30 knots of SW'ly wind and heavy seas in the area have made it a real slog to gain access to the Wolf Rock mark. by Sirius Events Posted 27 May 17:25 UTC RORC Myth of Malham concludes RORC Myth of Malham concludes French mastery and family firepower light up the podium First held in 1958, the Myth of Malham Race has built a rich legacy for more than six decades of offshore racing. The 2025 edition proudly joins the ranks of its most memorable chapters. by Louay Habib / RORC Posted 27 May 13:05 UTC Grand Soleil Cup 2025 First Stage Recap Grand Soleil Cup 2025 First Stage Recap Nearly 40 Grand Soleil yachts came together for a weekend of sailing and conviviality From May 23rd to 25th, the waters of Argentario hosted the first leg of the 23rd edition of the Grand Soleil Cup, organized by Cantiere del Pardo with the support of the Circolo Nautico e della Vela Argentario and the Marina di Cala Galera. by Grand Soleil Yachts Posted 27 May 11:42 UTC SP80 kiteboat reaches a top speed of over 58 knots SP80 kiteboat reaches a top speed of over 58 knots 100 km/h barrier is smashed in Leucate The SP80 kiteboat has reached a top speed of over 58 knots, or 108 km/h. This new personal best makes SP80 the second fastest sailboat ever recorded, behind Vestas Sailrocket II and its 68.01-knot top speed. by SP80 Posted 27 May 10:04 UTC Italian SailGP Team acquired by investors Italian SailGP Team acquired by investors The consortium includes Hollywood royalty, Anne Hathaway SailGP has today announced that the Red Bull Italy SailGP Team, has officially been acquired by a consortium of accomplished investors and sports industry leaders, including Hollywood royalty, Anne Hathaway. by SailGP Posted 27 May 08:53 UTC Armstrong Foils: On tour - Home of Armstrong II Armstrong Foils: On tour - Home of Armstrong II Join America's Cup champion, Blair Tuke and Armstrong team riders on the tour of NZ's Far North Join three times America's Cup champion, Blair Tuke and Armstrong team riders Olivia Jenkins, Naumi Eychenne, Bowien van der Linden, Cash Berzolla, and Reo Stevens, on the Home of Armstrong Tour II, as they explore NZ's Far North. by Armstrong Foils Posted 27 May 04:46 UTC America's Cup entries open on Sunday America's Cup entries open on Sunday A Cup in turmoil - has Grant Dalton dodged a bullet with the new Cup organisation? America's Cup gets underway in Rome with Round 2 of the official welcoming ceremonies on Wednesday in Naples. Emirates Team NZ CEO Grant Dalton apprears to have dodged a bullet with the formation of of new AC organising body. by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World NZ Posted 26 May 22:47 UTC Italian PM welcomes America's Cup in Rome Italian PM welcomes America's Cup in Rome Prime Minister Meloni set out a bold vision for the regeneration planned around AC38 The magnificent setting of the Casino del Bel Respiro, commissioned by Pope Innocent X in 1644, in the grounds of Villa Pamphilj, was the outstanding and historic setting for the formal presentation of the Louis Vuitton 38th America's Cup. by America's Cup Media Posted 26 May 21:24 UTC Kai Marks Dasent completes 38.1nm fundraising sail Kai Marks Dasent completes 38.1nm fundraising sail Raising Funds for Union Island Secondary School and Vincy Sailing On Saturday, May 24th, 14-year-old sailor Kai Marks Dasent completed an impressive solo sail from his home St. Vincent to Union Island, covering 38.1 nautical miles in 6 hours and 3 minutes, with an average speed of 6.3 knots. by SVG Sailing Association Posted 26 May 20:42 UTC CNB Rendez-Vous a great success CNB Rendez-Vous a great success In the stunning setting of Costa Smeralda with a fleet of 23 yachts CNB celebrated its annual Rendez-Vous in the stunning setting of Costa Smeralda with a fleet of 23 yachts converging in Porto Rotondo for a weekend of sailing, camaraderie, and elegance on and off the water. by CNB Yachts Posted 26 May 20:12 UTC Trofeo Valdettaro 2025 Trofeo Valdettaro 2025 40 boats including vintage and classic, lateen sails, and 5.5 Metres race in Italy The second edition of Le Vele d'Epoca dell'Alto Tirreno - Trofeo Valdettaro 2025, organized by the Lega Navale Italiana, La Spezia Section together with the Sailing Section of the Navy, concluded at Le Grazie in Porto Venere. by Barche d'Epoca e Classiche Posted 26 May 19:35 UTC CIC Normandy Channel Race day 2 CIC Normandy Channel Race day 2 Certainly not par for the course With the Isle of Wight astern of them, the fleet parted ways. Sitting in the middle of the English Channel, TSS Casquets forced the sailors to make their first strategic decision, namely the rounding to the north or south of this prohibited area. by Sirius Events Posted 26 May 17:22 UTC Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta preview Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta preview Sørvind to debut at this edition, in Sardinia The Mediterranean superyacht racing season will kick off on 27th May with the Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta, organised annually by the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda since 2008 and supported by title sponsor Giorgio Armani since 2022. by Yacht Club Costa Smeralda Posted 26 May 13:18 UTC TF35 Nyon Grand Prix overall TF35 Nyon Grand Prix overall First Regatta Victory for Ylliam 17 Julien Firmenich's Ylliam 17 claimed victory this weekend at the opening event of the 2025 TF35 season in Nyon, marking their first-ever regatta win since joining the fleet in 2023. by TF35 Press Posted 25 May 21:52 UTC A grandiose start for CIC Normandy Channel Race A grandiose start for CIC Normandy Channel Race Two retirements already, with one due to a dismasting It was a spectacular start today for the sailors who set sail on the 16th edition of the CIC Normandy Channel Race. Bracing conditions and a superb light filtering through the partially overcast skies formed the backdrop. by Sirius Events Posted 25 May 17:57 UTC Melges 24 European Sailing Series event 3 overall Melges 24 European Sailing Series event 3 overall Dark Energy takes the win in Riva as Melgina claims the Italian title The final day of a thrilling regatta in Riva del Garda delivered everything the Melges 24 Class is known for: tight racing, changing leads, and a nail-biting finish. by International Melges 24 Class Association Posted 25 May 17:37 UTC Winning Sails for Every Sailor & Every Program Winning Sails for Every Sailor & Every Program Beer cans or the big leagues, North Sails perform From one design sails to custom inventories, trust the experts at North Sails to elevate your performance. by North Sails Posted 25 May 13:00 UTC The link between two great Australian sports The link between two great Australian sports A unique connection between brute strength and beauty James Joseph Giltinan was one of Australia's great entrepreneurs of the early 1900s, and the man most responsible for creating a unique link between one of the most confrontational football codes in the world and the beauty of sailing. by Frank Quealey Posted 25 May 06:24 UTC DMS Formula Wing Europeans overall DMS Formula Wing Europeans overall Returning champions hold their nerve Heart stopping, blast reaching finishes were the day's defining moments in the Grand Finals of the 2025 Formula Wing European Championships as repeat champions were crowned. by WingFoil Racing World Cup Posted 24 May 23:02 UTC TF35 Nyon Grand Prix Day 2 TF35 Nyon Grand Prix Day 2 Sails of Change 10 makes it count in light air Despite spending most of the day on the water patiently waiting for wind, the Race Committee eventually managed to squeeze in a single race in the faintest 5-6 knot Séchard breeze, the only scoring opportunity on day two of the TF35 Nyon Grand Prix. by TF35 Press Posted 24 May 22:58 UTC Melges 24 European Sailing Series event 3 day 2 Melges 24 European Sailing Series event 3 day 2 With the Ora fading, Dark Energy steps on the gas in Riva Even with the famed Ora breeze softening slightly, Day 2 of the Melges 24 European Sailing Series third event at Fraglia Vela Riva kept the momentum going. by International Melges 24 Class Association Posted 24 May 22:29 UTC Lightweight Wind Barrier Lightweight Wind Barrier The Henri-Lloyd Breeze Jacket combines lightweight, waterproof performance with modern design The Henri-Lloyd Breeze Jacket combines lightweight, waterproof performance with modern design, making it the ideal choice for warm-weather sailing and everyday on-water activities. by Henri-Lloyd Posted 24 May 16:00 UTC New sporting goals & ambitions for Sails of Change New sporting goals & ambitions for Sails of Change The positive family legacy continues With the TF35 season set to open this coming weekend with the Nyon Grand Prix, ambitions are high among the Sails of Change Team as the two crews led respectively by Yann Guichard and Duncan Späth seek to realise their respective targets. by Sails of Change Posted 24 May 15:02 UTC “Foil4TheGulf” sets Southern Hemisphere record “Foil4TheGulf” sets Southern Hemisphere record With over 200 entrants the Black Foils and Live Ocean's event “Foil4TheGulf” raises awareness With over 200 entrants the Black Foils and Live Ocean's event “Foil4TheGulf” to raise awareness for the Hauraki Gulf / Tikapa Moana Marine Protection Bill has become New Zealand's largest ever foiling event by entries. by Live Ocean Posted 24 May 09:12 UTC Melges 24 European Sailing Series event 3 day 1 Melges 24 European Sailing Series event 3 day 1 After a spectacular day of racing, Melgina leads the ranking in Riva At the end of three high-intensity races, the early lead belongs to Paolo Brescia's Melgina (ITA854), whose consistent scores of 1-2-6 place them at the top of the provisional standings. by International Melges 24 Class Association Posted 24 May 02:51 UTC TF35 Nyon Grand Prix Day 1 TF35 Nyon Grand Prix Day 1 Beginner's luck? X-Wing second after opening day The opening day of the 2025 TF35 season on Lake Geneva saw the six cutting-edge foiling catamarans ghost their way around the racecourse in a delicate 5-knot breeze, completing two races. by TF35 Press Posted 23 May 22:34 UTC DMS Formula Wing Europeans day 4 DMS Formula Wing Europeans day 4 Golden opportunities await all in medal series. Leaders stumbled in wildly shifting winds as Friday's racing determined the first medal series competitors in the Dogus Marine Services Formula Wing European Championships. by WingFoil Racing World Cup Posted 23 May 19:00 UTC Copa del Rey MAPFRE surpasses 100 entries Copa del Rey MAPFRE surpasses 100 entries Still almost two months to go until the start The Copa del Rey MAPFRE continues to exceed expectations — and this year, it's doing so well in advance. by Copa del Rey MAPFRE Posted 23 May 14:41 UTC Jersey Clipper Bursary award Jersey Clipper Bursary award £1000 goes to teenage dinghy instructor to enter Tall Ships Race A dinghy instructor at the Royal Channel Islands Yacht Club has been awarded this year's Jersey Clipper Bursary, worth £1,000. by Philip Jeune Posted 23 May 14:28 UTC America's Cup: Big changes in crew line-up America's Cup: Big changes in crew line-up Women and Youth crews to sail in AC75 in the next Cup - Final Draft of AC38 Protocol Historic changes are proposed in the Final Draft of the Protocol released by the America's Cup Defender. For the first time a Female and Youth crew members will be part of the six-crew lineup on board the all-electric AC75s. by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World NZ Posted 23 May 08:00 UTC CIC Normandy Channel Race fleet have assembled CIC Normandy Channel Race fleet have assembled 32 Class 40 yachts are in Caen for 16th edition They've arrived! The 32 expected Class40s were on time in Caen on Wednesday evening; a fleet that therefore sets a record for the 16th edition of the event but also the record for an exclusive Class40 event since the creation of this class 20 years ago. by Sirius Events Posted 23 May 07:23 UTC America's Cup: The Blitz of Statements America's Cup: The Blitz of Statements Various parties associated with the America's Cup released statements calling for more transparency Various parties associated with the America's Cup released statements calling for more transparency in the America's Cup. Emirates Team New Zealand responded by releasing what is tagged as the Final Draft of the Protocol. by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World NZ Posted 23 May 04:31 UTC