Final day before the Transat Paprec start Final day before the Transat Paprec start The countdown is almost over The countdown is almost over. Tomorrow, Sunday, April 20, at precisely 13:02, the 19 duos competing in the Transat Paprec will cast off for a high-intensity Atlantic crossing. by Transat Paprec Posted 19 Apr 20:01 UTC ILCA 6 Youth Europeans at Vilamoura overall ILCA 6 Youth Europeans at Vilamoura overall Titles decided in challenging and shifty conditions on the final day The ILCA 6 Youth European Championship came to a close today after six days of high-level competition and world-class performances in Vilamoura. by Prow Media Posted 19 Apr 18:09 UTC OpenSkiff Eurochallenge at Calasetta Day 2 OpenSkiff Eurochallenge at Calasetta Day 2 Strong Scirocco delivers thrilling racing in Sardinia A spectacular second day at the OpenSkiff EuroChallenge in Calasetta, Sardinia, with a steady Scirocco wind between 14 and 22 knots providing ideal conditions for three exciting races in the southern course near the Sant'Antioco channel. by Elena Giolai Posted 19 Apr 17:32 UTC America's Cup: Alinghi confirm exit America's Cup: Alinghi confirm exit Twice America's Cup winner Alinghi won't contest the 38th America's Cup. Twice America's Cup winner Alinghi are not going to enter the 38th America's Cup. The team has confirmed in a written statement. Sail-World's information was that the team members were told last week. by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World.com Posted 19 Apr 04:28 UTC 2025 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta Day 2 2025 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta Day 2 It couldn't have been better The second day of racing at the Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta continued with perfect 12-15 knot trade easterly trade winds, it really couldn't have been better sailing conditions. by Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta Posted 19 Apr 00:33 UTC OpenSkiff Eurochallenge at Calasetta Day 1 OpenSkiff Eurochallenge at Calasetta Day 1 The opening day is marked by sunshine and breeze Davide De Felice (CN Posillipo) and Sviatoslav Yasnolobov (CN Rimini) are leading the Under 13 and Under 17 boys' categories respectively, while Gaia Sabbatino (LNI Sulcis) and Aurora Milanese (CV Arco) top the rankings among the girls. by Elena Giolai Posted 18 Apr 21:18 UTC How to follow the Transat Paprec How to follow the Transat Paprec This Sunday at 13:02, the 19 duos competing will set sail across the Atlantic This Sunday at 13:02, the 19 duos competing in the Transat Paprec will set sail across the Atlantic Ocean. The morning promises to be full of emotion. by Transat Paprec Posted 18 Apr 18:48 UTC 8 Canadians set for French Olympic Week 8 Canadians set for French Olympic Week The French Olympic Week competition will be held April 21-26 in Hyères A total of eight Canadian sailors will take part in the second event of the 2025 Sailing Grand Slam Series, French Olympic Week, to be held April 21-26 in Hyères, FRA. by Sail Canada Posted 18 Apr 16:14 UTC ILCA 6 Youth Europeans at Vilamoura Day 5 ILCA 6 Youth Europeans at Vilamoura Day 5 Steady south-west winds and fair racing conditions for all fleets The fifth day of the ILCA 6 Youth European Championship unfolded under similar weather conditions to the previous day, offering steady south-west winds and fair racing conditions for all fleets. by Prow Media Posted 18 Apr 15:44 UTC Preparation and fine tuning at an all-time high Preparation and fine tuning at an all-time high As the 52 Super Series 2025 season beckons With the start of the 2025 52 SUPER SERIES season looming large on the horizon, more than half of the race fleet have just completed a pre-season training week as teams look to reach a level of preparation never seen before in the fleet. by 52 Super Series Posted 18 Apr 14:14 UTC IOM European Championship in Rogoznica, Croatia IOM European Championship in Rogoznica, Croatia Robert Matulja clinches gold in a highly competitive fleet of 98 participants Croatia once again solidified its prominent position in the International One Metre (IOM) class, hosting a truly exceptional European Championship in Rogoznica. by JK Val Šibenik Posted 18 Apr 13:25 UTC Roger Blasse remains OK Dinghy World No. 1 Roger Blasse remains OK Dinghy World No. 1 As an epic season is set to begin Australia's double world champion, Roger Blasse, maintains his lead at the top of the OK Dinghy World Ranking list for April 2025. In November 2024 he became the first Australian to reach No.1 in the 20 years since the list was started. by Robert Deaves Posted 18 Apr 09:25 UTC 2025 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta Day 1 2025 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta Day 1 Caribbean Sailing at its finest The first full fleet day of racing started at the 2025 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta with the finest of Caribbean sailing conditions. by Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta Posted 17 Apr 23:58 UTC The holistic approach of Ancasta Yacht Services The holistic approach of Ancasta Yacht Services Helping owners protect their investment and keep their boat in top condition Take a look behind the wood, gelcoat and trim panels on any modern yacht or powerboat, and you'll see that they are complex things. An array of cables, hoses & pipes interconnects electronic devices and amenities which make life on board more comfortable. by Mark Jardine Posted 17 Apr 17:00 UTC Staying on course for nearly 20 days at sea Staying on course for nearly 20 days at sea Each Transat Paprec sailor brings their own rituals to make life at sea more bearable How Transat Paprec competitors find balance and comfort during their demanding Atlantic crossing. For over two weeks, the duos competing in the Transat Paprec will push themselves to the limit—living, sailing, and performing aboard 9.14-meter monohulls. by Transat Paprec Posted 17 Apr 16:52 UTC ILCA 6 Youth Europeans at Vilamoura Day 4 ILCA 6 Youth Europeans at Vilamoura Day 4 Favourable conditions for the start of the final series The fourth day of the ILCA 6 Youth European Championship marked the start of the final series, with all fleets completing two races as scheduled. Sailing conditions were favourable throughout the day, with the wind coming from the south-west. by Prow Media Posted 17 Apr 16:34 UTC America's Cup Hall of Fame announces new inductees America's Cup Hall of Fame announces new inductees James Spithill, Paul Cayard, and Susan Henn welcomed as Class of 2025 The Herreshoff Marine Museum/America's Cup Hall of Fame welcomes James Spithill, Paul Cayard, and Susan Henn as Class of 2025 inductees of the America's Cup Hall of Fame. by Herreshoff Marine Museum Posted 17 Apr 15:20 UTC Tom Dolan and Gildas Mahé win Laura Vergne Trophy Tom Dolan and Gildas Mahé win Laura Vergne Trophy Victory, and no time to rest Consistent and steady from start to finish, Tom Dolan and Gildas Mahé claimed victory at the 2025 Laura Vergne Trophy this Wednesday in La Trinité-sur-Mer. by Tom Dolan Racing Posted 17 Apr 13:43 UTC World-class support confirmed for Admiral's Cup World-class support confirmed for Admiral's Cup Southern Spars, Harken Pro Care, and PredictWind all on board The Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC) is proud to announce the support of Southern Spars, Harken Pro Care, and PredictWind for the highly anticipated 2025 Admiral's Cup. by Royal Ocean Racing Club Posted 17 Apr 09:32 UTC Transat Paprec - Beyond sport: racing with purpose Transat Paprec - Beyond sport: racing with purpose This edition shines a light on a new kind of commitment As the 17th edition of the Transat Paprec sets sail, many skippers are racing for more than just victory — they're racing for a cause. by Transat Paprec Posted 17 Apr 04:45 UTC Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta - The Classics begin Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta - The Classics begin A record entry of twelve boats signed up for the Single Handed Race held this morning The 36th annual Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta started today with clear blue skies and a 15-18 knot easterly breeze. by Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta Posted 17 Apr 00:38 UTC Auckland responds to 2026 SailGP ommission Auckland responds to 2026 SailGP ommission Auckland Events CEO responds to 2026 SailGP venue ommission despite a valid Hosting Agreement. Auckland Unlimited CEO has responded to the ommission of Auckland from the 2026 preliminary event list circulated by the SailGP League, despite a four event Kiwi hosting contract having one event remaining. by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World.com/nz Posted 16 Apr 23:06 UTC ILCA 6 Youth Europeans at Vilamoura Day 3 ILCA 6 Youth Europeans at Vilamoura Day 3 Qualifying Series complete with six races for all fleets The third day of the ILCA 6 Youth European Championship progressed steadily, allowing all fleets to complete six races in total and successfully conclude the qualifying series. The final series will begin tomorrow. by Prow Media Posted 16 Apr 20:01 UTC Australia expands to two events Australia expands to two events For 2026 Rolex SailGP Championship SailGP, the global sail racing championship, has today revealed an expanded Australian footprint, with two events - Perth and Sydney - confirmed among the first 2026 Season destinations. by SailGP Posted 16 Apr 19:52 UTC Craig Wood hits the quarter way point Craig Wood hits the quarter way point In great spirits at he sails solo, non-stop and unsupported across the Pacific Craig Wood is now a quarter of the way into his sail with well over 1750 nautical miles under his belt having caught the trade winds and is making good progress. by Mia Hodgkinson Posted 16 Apr 18:57 UTC Mercedes-Benz to sponsor RS400 Eurocup Mercedes-Benz to sponsor RS400 Eurocup Including UK and Irish Nationals at Belfast Lough The Royal North of Ireland Yacht Club is delighted to announce that Mercedes-Benz of Northern Ireland, part of the Agnew Group, will be the title sponsor of the RS400 Eurocup and UK/Irish Nationals, set to take place on Belfast Lough in August 2025. by Gerry Reid Posted 16 Apr 18:52 UTC The Real Impact of Sprit Tension in an Optimist The Real Impact of Sprit Tension in an Optimist You might think that there's nothing more to learn about Optimist sailing You might think that there's nothing more to learn about Optimist sailing—that you've heard it all. by Cyclops Marine Posted 16 Apr 17:15 UTC Team Holcim-PRB reveals The Ocean Race Europe crew Team Holcim-PRB reveals The Ocean Race Europe crew The only crew in this year's race to feature a female skipper Team Holcim-PRB has unveiled its crew for the highly anticipated 2024 Ocean Race Europe, with significant milestones and ambitions on the horizon. by Team HOLCIM - PRB Posted 16 Apr 13:11 UTC Foiling Awards: Voting now open Foiling Awards: Voting now open Fans and professionals can vote for their favorites across 14 categories Public voting is open until April 30 at foilingawards-halloffame.org, where fans and professionals can vote for their favorites across 14 categories. by WeAreFoiling Posted 16 Apr 10:43 UTC 5o5 class set for Saint Raphael, France at Easter 5o5 class set for Saint Raphael, France at Easter The first regatta of the European 2025 Season The International 5o5 Association is thrilled to announce the commencement of the European 2025 sailing season with the first regatta taking place at the Club Nautique Saint Raphael, France, from April 18th to 20th, 2025. by Michael Quirk Posted 16 Apr 10:07 UTC Italian Sea4All shot wins EDF Photo Competition Italian Sea4All shot wins EDF Photo Competition For a shot taken during the countless, continuous and inclusive sea activities The Sea4All shot taken by Tiliaventum President has won the photography award organized by EDF, the European Disability Forum that brings together organizations from European countries that defend the interests of people with disabilities. by Tiliaventum Posted 16 Apr 09:21 UTC SWITCH Boat Tour & Fittings Guide SWITCH Boat Tour & Fittings Guide With Team Allen sailor Ross “Rossgo” Banham Team Allen sailor Ross “Rossgo” Banham brought his latest foiling craft, the SWITCH One Design by Element 6, to the Allen factory for a full hardware refit. by Allen Posted 16 Apr 07:30 UTC MFC Maui Pro Am delivers MFC Maui Pro Am delivers Heroes rise in stacked finals day at Ho'okipa The first springtime World Cup at Ho'okipa in over 20 years exploded back to life today as the 2025 MFC Maui Pro Am crowned two incredible champions in Marcilio Browne (BRA) and Marine Hunter (FRA). by International Windsurfing Tour Posted 15 Apr 22:06 UTC Transat Paprec 17th edition officially open Transat Paprec 17th edition officially open The village of the Transat Paprec was inaugurated on Tuesday The village of the Transat Paprec was inaugurated this Tuesday afternoon, the 15th of April. by Transat Paprec Posted 15 Apr 20:51 UTC Sailing into the Unknown with Craig Wood Sailing into the Unknown with Craig Wood Henri-Lloyd have teamed up with the triple amputee on his Pacific Ocean journey Henri-Lloyd have teamed up with Craig Wood on his journey to become the first triple amputee in history to sail solo, non-stop, and unsupported across the Pacific Ocean. Read on as we follow Craig's pioneering journey. by Henri-Lloyd Posted 15 Apr 17:30 UTC RS21 UK & Ireland Cup 2025 Round 1 at Warsash RS21 UK & Ireland Cup 2025 Round 1 at Warsash The fleet to get back on the water and into race mode The 2025 RS21 UK & Ireland Cup kicked off in fine form with Round 1 hosted in Hamble-le-Rice over the weekend of 12-13 April. As the first event in a six-round series, excitement was high across the fleet to get back on the water and into race mode. by Liam Willis Posted 15 Apr 17:28 UTC Jazz Turner explains more about Project FEAR Jazz Turner explains more about Project FEAR She will leave the wheelchair behind to sail unassisted around the British Isles for charity I caught up with Jazz Turner, who cited "the pure freedom I get when on the water" as the most important thing to her. Most of us sailors can appreciate that, but what we cannot really empathise with is being told you may only have 6 months to live. by Magnus Smith Posted 15 Apr 16:00 UTC OpenSkiff Eurochallenge at Calasetta Preview OpenSkiff Eurochallenge at Calasetta Preview All set for three days of sailing in Sardinia From Friday, April 18 to Sunday, April 20, during the Easter weekend, the waters of Calasetta, in southern Sardinia (Sulcis area), will host three days of sailing, sport and international exchange. by Elena Giolai Posted 15 Apr 14:47 UTC GWA Wingfoil World Cup France begins GWA Wingfoil World Cup France begins Title holders open defence of crowns at Mondial du Vent 2025 The reigning world champions in Surf-Freestyle and FreeFly-Slalom are set to begin the defence of their crowns at the iconic Mondial du Vent event at Leucate in the south of France in nuking Tramontana winds. by Ian MacKinnon Posted 15 Apr 14:13 UTC Cup bust-ups; SailGP time-out Cup bust-ups; SailGP time-out A few situations that have been on the build for a while all came to a head within the same week. It has been a tumultuous few weeks on the NZ sailing scene and internationally. A few situations that have been on the build for a while all came to a head within the same week. by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World NZ Posted 15 Apr 13:45 UTC