Mah Jong, A Gamble Worth Taking Mah Jong, A Gamble Worth Taking Competing at the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta 2026 The 1957 Sparkman & Stephens 52ft yawl Mah Jong arrived in Nelson's Dockyard for 2026 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta looking immaculate. She is the sort of yacht that makes people stop and stare. by Louay Habib Posted 18 Apr 15:35 UTC America's Cup Recon Diary: Apr 17 - Jib blow-up America's Cup Recon Diary: Apr 17 - Jib blow-up There were several new features on the AC75, identified. Co-Helm Chris Draper was interviewed. Emirates Team New Zealand started their second block of testing today in a modest breeze and flat sea state on the Hauraki Gulf. There were several new features on the AC75, identified in this report. Co-Helm Chris Draper was interviewed post-session. by Richard Gladwell, Sail-World Posted 18 Apr 10:58 UTC Event Guide: ACO Musto Skiff Worlds 2026 Event Guide: ACO Musto Skiff Worlds 2026 Carnac promises to be a fantastic Championship both on and off the water The ACO Musto Skiff World Championship 2026 is returning to Carnac, France this June - ten years after a hugely popular Worlds at the same venue. by Natalie Hilton Posted 18 Apr 07:41 UTC 2026 ILCA 4 Youth Europeans Day 5 2026 ILCA 4 Youth Europeans Day 5 Strong Racing on Penultimate Day Sets Stage for Final Showdown The fifth and penultimate day of competition has concluded in Los Alcázares, Spain, at the 2026 ILCA 4 Youth European Championships & Open European Trophy. by Agustín Argüelles Posted 18 Apr 07:22 UTC Three Kings Race: Clockwork wins line honours Three Kings Race: Clockwork wins line honours Clockwork (Steve Mair) has taken line honours in the third edition of the Three Kings race Clockwork (Steve Mair) took line honours in the 2026 Three Kings race, crossing the finish line off Westhaven about 1438hrs on Saturday afternoon. The Shaw 12 also snatched the race record. Five boats finished. Akonga and Carpe Diem are still racing by Richard Gladwell Sail-World.com Posted 18 Apr 00:31 UTC Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta Day 2 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta Day 2 An epic day for vintage yachts Over one of Nelson's Dockyard's Hot Spot Cafe's legendary breakfasts and an espresso, we watched the classics fleet set off towards the Pillars of Hercules for day 2 of the Antigua Classics Regatta. by Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta Posted 17 Apr 23:17 UTC A fresh new look for the OFS600 A fresh new look for the OFS600 One of Zhik's most dependable cruising essentials The OFS600 Offshore Cruising Jacket now comes in Deep Teal, bringing a fresh new look to one of Zhik's most dependable cruising essentials. by Zhik Posted 17 Apr 19:00 UTC The Ocean Race Atlantic Lorient Inauguration Event The Ocean Race Atlantic Lorient Inauguration Event The race is set to bring out the best of a strong IMOCA fleet The Ocean Race Atlantic will bring together the leading offshore sailors in the world this September, as a fleet of IMOCA boats races from New York to Lorient in a high-intensity transatlantic showdown. by The Ocean Race Posted 17 Apr 15:51 UTC New Format & Diverse Fleets Across All Classe New Format & Diverse Fleets Across All Classe ?Exciting Outlook for Antigua Sailing Week Whether the goal is to set records or ensure that the cooler is filled with ice-cold cocktails, there's something for everyone at the new Antigua Sailing Week. by Michelle Slade / Antigua Sailing Week Posted 17 Apr 12:18 UTC Why join the RS Games this summer Why join the RS Games this summer RS Games is the biggest celebration of RS Sailing classes. Looking for more than just another regatta? The RS Games delivers an unforgettable blend of world-class racing, vibrant community, and festival-level fun. by RS Sailing Posted 17 Apr 11:00 UTC D-3 to the 57th French Olympic Week of Hyères D-3 to the 57th French Olympic Week of Hyères More than 700 athletes from 59 nations are getting ready to race Three days to go until the 57th French Olympic Week of Hyères - Toulon Provence Méditerranée's kick-off, the line-up is taking shape. by Fédération Française de Voile Posted 17 Apr 10:40 UTC 2026 ILCA 4 Youth Europeans Day 4 2026 ILCA 4 Youth Europeans Day 4 Perfect sailing conditions welcomed the fleets in Los Alcázares, Spain Perfect sailing conditions welcomed the fleets on day four of the 2026 ILCA 4 Youth European Championships & Open European Trophy in Los Alcázares, Spain, marking the first day of the Final Series. by Agustín Argüelles Posted 17 Apr 07:47 UTC The tech that stands between you and the sun The tech that stands between you and the sun Vaikobi UPF50+ Protection - Independently lab tested to international standards Vaikobi UPF50+ Protection - Independently lab tested to international standards. High-density yet breathable weave forms a sun barrier that's engineered, not sprayed on. by Vaikobi Posted 17 Apr 06:55 UTC Francesca Clapcich unveils 11th Hour Racing crew Francesca Clapcich unveils 11th Hour Racing crew A crew built on trust and complementary experience Team Francesca Clapcich Powered by 11th Hour Racing has revealed its international line-up to take on The Ocean Race Atlantic from New York, USA to Lorient, France this summer. by Francesca Clapcich Posted 17 Apr 05:27 UTC Tesco car park dream turns to global race reality Tesco car park dream turns to global race reality Lake District teen's story is one of ambition, opportunity and speed William Wrigley, a 19 year old gap year student from St Bees, Lake District, has fast-tracked his way to ocean racer as he prepares to sail from Seattle, USA, back home to the UK in the final stages of the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race. by Clipper Race Posted 16 Apr 16:00 UTC Route du Rhum-Destination Guadeloupe 2026 preview Route du Rhum-Destination Guadeloupe 2026 preview An exceptional line-up of 118 sailors promises a competitive edition Charles Caudrelier, Armel Le Cléac'h, Thomas Coville, Jérémie Beyou, Elodie Bonafous, Francis Joyon, Jean Le Cam. The most talented skippers are set to muster at the starting line for a legendary race, the Route du Rhum-Destination Guadeloupe. by La Route du Rhum-Destination Guadeloupe Posted 16 Apr 15:46 UTC Official Poole Regatta 2026 Rooster Clothing Shop Official Poole Regatta 2026 Rooster Clothing Shop Open for sailors to purchase custom regatta branded kit through Rooster, the official clothing partner for The International Paint Poole Regatta 2026 (23rd - 25th May) and 2026 IRC Poole European Championship (22nd - 25th May) have launched an online store for sailors to purchase custom regatta branded kit through. by Poole Regatta Posted 16 Apr 15:30 UTC Meet the fleet: Zion Brandão and João Joppert Meet the fleet: Zion Brandão and João Joppert The Brazilian team have recently secured both the Brazilian National and South American titles Brazilian team Zion Brandão and João Joppert have recently secured both the Brazilian National and South American titles, confirming their place among the most promising teams on the circuit. by 29er Class Posted 16 Apr 14:37 UTC Drheam-Cup: 2026, a top-class edition Drheam-Cup: 2026, a top-class edition Once again promising a top calibre field The 2026 edition of the DRHEAM-CUP/GRAND PRIX DE FRANCE DE COURSE AU LARGE (9/18 July) promises once again top calibre field, both in terms of quantity and quality by Drheam Cup Posted 16 Apr 14:07 UTC Belfast Lough set to host the GP14 Worlds 2026 Belfast Lough set to host the GP14 Worlds 2026 Over 100 boats from across the world will be racing in Northern Ireland Belfast Lough is set to come alive with over 100 boats from across the world as the spectacular GP14 World Championships sail into Northern Ireland in August 2026 - promising a week-long celebration of world-class racing. by Angela Hunter Posted 16 Apr 13:19 UTC Sandberg PalmaVela reaches 150 entries Sandberg PalmaVela reaches 150 entries The spotlight turns on "La Larga" The 22nd edition of Sandberg PalmaVela continues to grow, now reaching 150 registered boats and consolidating its role as the first major event of the Mediterranean sailing calendar. by Sandberg PalmaVela 2026 Posted 16 Apr 13:11 UTC Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta Day 1 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta Day 1 Opening with the Concours d'Elegance and single handed race Visitors to Nelson's Dockyard, in search of history and elegance, found themselves with a double treat. They found an historic dockyard gone back in time, bustling with activity, people rushing around with ropes and flags. by Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta Posted 16 Apr 13:09 UTC US Sailors set for the Semaine Olympique Française US Sailors set for the Semaine Olympique Française Carrying Momentum after Strong Palma Performances US sailors are back on the water for Semaine Olympique Française, "French Olympic Week," just two weeks after the Trofeo Princesa Sofía in Palma de Mallorca, Spain. by US Sailing Posted 16 Apr 12:54 UTC 2026 Cervantes Trophy Race Preview 2026 Cervantes Trophy Race Preview RORC Offshore Racing returns to Europe Offshore racing with the Royal Ocean Racing Club returns to Europe for the early May Bank Holiday. The Cervantes Trophy Race starts on Saturday, 2nd of May. The course takes the fleet west off the RYS line Cowes to finish in Le Havre, Normandy. by Louay Habib / RORC Posted 16 Apr 11:56 UTC 44Cup's first visit to Puntaldia next week 44Cup's first visit to Puntaldia next week Close to Olbia on Sardinia's northeast coast The high performance one design RC44s set sail on their second event of the 2026 44Cup at a venue that, for them, will be a new experience: Puntaldia, close to Olbia on Sardinia's northeast coast. by 44Cup Posted 16 Apr 10:34 UTC Loïs Berrehar and Charlotte Yven reunited Loïs Berrehar and Charlotte Yven reunited For 800 mile Banque Populaire Grand Ouest Trophy With the Solitaire du Figaro just under a month away, Loïs Berrehar will have one last opportunity to fine-tune his preparation. Starting Thursday, he will compete in the Banque Populaire Grand Ouest Trophy. by Voile Banque Populaire Posted 16 Apr 09:27 UTC Pantaenius Yacht Racing Image Award Open Pantaenius Yacht Racing Image Award Open Professional photographers worldwide are invited to submit their best photograph Founded in 2010, the Pantaenius Yacht Racing Image Award continues to celebrate the most striking and powerful images captured every year in competitive sailing. by Pantaenius Yacht Racing Image Award Posted 16 Apr 07:46 UTC 470 fleet heads to the next Grand Slam test 470 fleet heads to the next Grand Slam test The Sailing Grand Slam season continues in Hyères The Sailing Grand Slam season continues as the 470 fleet now turns its focus from Palma de Mallorca to the French Riviera, where the Semaine Olympique Française – French Olympic Week 2026 will take place from 18 to 25 April in Hyères. by International 470 Class Association Posted 16 Apr 06:48 UTC Team Malizia announces full crew line-up Team Malizia announces full crew line-up For The Ocean Race Atlantic 2026 Skipper Boris Herrmann (GER) will be joined by co-skippers Cole Brauer (USA), Justine Mettraux (SUI), Julien Villion (FRA), and onboard reporter Gauthier Lebec (FRA). by Team Malizia Posted 16 Apr 06:24 UTC Antigua Sailing Week secures strong support Antigua Sailing Week secures strong support A number of valued partners have already confirmed their commitment to the 2026 edition Organizers are proud to announce an impressive show of support from a wide cross-section of Antiguan businesses, reinforcing the event's deep-rooted connection to the local community and its importance on the island's sporting and cultural calendar. by Antigua Sailing Week Posted 15 Apr 18:24 UTC Tom Dolan Braces for Spring Tide Chaos Tom Dolan Braces for Spring Tide Chaos In 800-mile Trophée Banque Populaire Grand Ouest Irish offshore sailor Tom Dolan is set to launch into the second event of his 2026 Figaro season this weekend, taking on the Trophée Banque Populaire Grand Ouest double-handed race alongside long-time friend and renowned Figaro specialist Gildas Mahé. by Tom Dolan Racing Posted 15 Apr 15:16 UTC 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 14:37 UTC 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 13:30 UTC 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 13:30 UTC 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 13:27 UTC 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 13:26 UTC 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 09:30 UTC 2026 ILCA 4 Youth Europeans Day 2 2026 ILCA 4 Youth Europeans Day 2 Action Builds in Los Alcázares The second day of racing at the 2026 ILCA 4 Youth European Championships & Open European Trophy got under way promptly at 11:00, as sailors headed out for another full schedule on the waters of Mar Menor, Spain. by Agustín Argüelles Posted 15 Apr 09:04 UTC 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 08:00 UTC Flying 15 Europeans 2026 open for entries Flying 15 Europeans 2026 open for entries Around 50 boats expected at Club de Mar-Mallorca The Notice of Race (NoR) for the 2026 European Championships to be held in October at Club De Mar, Mallorca, is now available. by Flying 15 Spain Posted 15 Apr 07:50 UTC