80 years of volunteers celebrated 80 years of volunteers celebrated At Hobart launch of 2025 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race Tasmania's offshore sailing elite gathered at the Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania (RYCT) today to celebrate the thousands of volunteers and tens of thousands of hours that have supported the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race over the event's 80-year history. by Jane Austin / RYCT Posted 11 Dec 18:55 AEDT Clipper Race fleet arrive in to Fremantle Clipper Race fleet arrive in to Fremantle A WA welcome after taking one of the world's toughest sailing challenges This week, the Clipper Race fleet arrived in to Fremantle, WA - with 15 Aussie nationals amongst its crew including a doctor from Perth and a firefighter from Victoria. by Clipper Ventures Posted 11 Dec 17:30 AEDT 2025 Sydney Hobart Classic Yacht Regatta Preview 2025 Sydney Hobart Classic Yacht Regatta Preview A record fleet of 36 classic yachts is expected for the three-day regatta The best-looking boats in Australia will be on display this weekend (12-14 December) for the 2025 Club Marine Sydney Hobart Classic Yacht Regatta, hosted by the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia (CYCA). by CYCA Posted 11 Dec 16:29 AEDT The record 2025 year in numbers for SailGP The record 2025 year in numbers for SailGP SailGP cements its position among the world's fastest-growing sport and entertainment propertie SailGP – the most exciting racing on water – has cemented its position among the world's fastest-growing sport and entertainment properties, closing its 2025 Season - here's a look back on Season 5's statistics by SailGP Media Posted 11 Dec 08:57 AEDT Will Harris talks IMOCA and offshore sailing Will Harris talks IMOCA and offshore sailing This month Shirley Robertson's Sailing Podcast hosts talented British offshore sailor Will Harris The duo get things underway with a brief reflection on Will's podium place finish in the recent 2025 Transat Café L'Or, which saw him sail to a second place finish sailed with 11th Hour Racing's Frankie Clapcich. by Shirley Robertson Posted 11 Dec 08:04 AEDT The heart of the 2026 RORC Transatlantic Race The heart of the 2026 RORC Transatlantic Race Every entry racing under IRC has the chance of winning overall Beyond the front-running contenders of the 2026 RORC Transatlantic Race lies a remarkable group of sailors for whom the 3,000-mile crossing represents something deeper than just the pursuit of corrected-time victory. by Louay Habib / RORC Posted 11 Dec 03:26 AEDT Celebrating the RORC Caribbean 600 supporters Celebrating the RORC Caribbean 600 supporters Antigua is celebrated globally as one of the finest sailing destinations The RORC Caribbean 600 owes its extraordinary energy, atmosphere and enduring success to the unwavering support of its partners and the spirit of Antigua & Barbuda - elevating the race into one of the most memorable offshore experiences in the world. by Louay Habib Posted 10 Dec 21:19 AEDT Inclusion Championships set new benchmark Inclusion Championships set new benchmark World Sailing event in Oman more than lived up to its promise Four days of inspiring racing have concluded in Mussanah, Oman - and with them, a landmark moment in the evolution of global inclusive sailing. by RS Sailing Posted 10 Dec 19:00 AEDT Manly 16s Club Championship Heat 6 Manly 16s Club Championship Heat 6 IMEI Barnabas Build breaks the dominance of the top three boats with a late win The Manly 16ft club championship title race is increasingly becoming a race in two, despite IMEI Barnabas Build breaking the dominance of the top three boats with a late win in heat six on Saturday. by Adam Lucius Posted 10 Dec 18:40 AEDT 18ft Skiff Academy Success 18ft Skiff Academy Success Graduates who have what it takes Sporting organisations don't always 'get it right' when they try something different to improve the competition or overall standard within their ranks, so it's good to be able to praise the Australian 18 Footers League. by Frank Quealey Posted 10 Dec 16:55 AEDT Could the decline of Linear TV benefit sailing? Could the decline of Linear TV benefit sailing? The rise of YouTube has changed how we watch sport I really enjoyed the highlights of SailGP this season. When there's wind it is exciting racing with some of the best sailors on the planet battling it out on identical boats. The problem was, I didn't watch any of it live. by Mark Jardine Posted 10 Dec 05:00 AEDT Olympic gold medal-winning duo to reunite Olympic gold medal-winning duo to reunite On board Emirates GBR SailGP Team F50 for 2026 SailGP Season 5 Champions, Emirates GBR, has announced its new signing for the 2026 season, reuniting an Olympic gold medal-winning partnership for the first time in five years. by Emirates GBR SailGP Team Posted 9 Dec 19:52 AEDT Sailing in Paradise - escape the winter blues! Sailing in Paradise - escape the winter blues! Thailand's stunning Royal Varuna Yacht Club offers incredible sailing throughout the year During the winter months in the northern hemisphere, the Royal Varuna Yacht Club can give visiting sailors some of the best warm water sailing available and the club welcomes guests from around the world. by Mark Jardine Posted 9 Dec 19:00 AEDT Iain Jensen returns home Iain Jensen returns home BONDS Flying Roos reveal all-Australian team line-up for SailGP season The BONDS Flying Roos have today revealed an all-new, all-Australian crew line-up ahead of the 2026 SailGP season, headlined by the return of Australian Olympic gold medallist Iain 'Goobs' Jensen. by SailGP Australia Posted 9 Dec 18:52 AEDT World Sailing Inclusion Championships overall World Sailing Inclusion Championships overall Final day drama decides medals at Mussanah, Oman The last day of the inaugural World Sailing Inclusion Championships, hosted by the Sultanate of Oman and organised by Oman Sail, brought the event to a close with dramatic racing, jubilation and a sense of triumph amongst all participants. by World Sailing Posted 9 Dec 18:50 AEDT Globe40 Leg 3 Update Globe40 Leg 3 Update Credit Mutuel takes the lead at the Bass Strait Today, Tuesday 9th December, Ian Lipinski and Amélie Grassi, aboard CREDIT MUTUEL, will be at the head of stage 3 of the GLOBE40 at the entrance to the Bass Strait at the end of the day (around 07.00 UTC). by Sirius Events Posted 9 Dec 18:44 AEDT Australian Maxi Championship overall Australian Maxi Championship overall A pair of heavy hitters have ratcheted up the pressure on their rivals A pair of heavy hitters have ratcheted up the pressure on their rivals ahead of this year's Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race with resounding victories in the SOLAS Big Boat Challenge on a picturesque Sydney Harbour today. by CYCA Media Posted 9 Dec 18:15 AEDT 2026 Finn Worlds partners Porsche Centre Brisbane 2026 Finn Worlds partners Porsche Centre Brisbane A month of Finn sailing coming up at the Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron Porsche Centre Brisbane Dealer Principal David Crosdale and Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron (RQYS) Commodore Curtis Skinner today proudly announce their major partnership with the International Finn Association of Australia (IFAA). by Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron & IFAA Posted 9 Dec 16:56 AEDT Evolution of Vaikobi's PFD for action Wind Sports Evolution of Vaikobi's PFD for action Wind Sports If you're a sailor, foiler or wind frother, you are not going to want to miss new Vaikobi VXS PFD A New evolution of our popular VX Wind Sports PFD… The NEW VXS has been seriously upgraded, ready to perform for your next day on the water. by Vaikobi Posted 9 Dec 07:00 AEDT Australian Maxi Championship day 3 Australian Maxi Championship day 3 Another high-energy test for the crews Day Three of the 2025 Australian Maxi Championship delivered another high-energy test, with two passage races held offshore in a steadily building nor'easter that peaked at 23 knots. by CYCA Media Posted 8 Dec 18:43 AEDT World Sailing Inclusion Championships day 4 World Sailing Inclusion Championships day 4 High stakes remain going into the final day Close racing in all events at the World Sailing Inclusion Championships 2025, hosted by the Sultanate of Oman and organised by Oman Sail, ensured the fleets will head to the final day with everything to play for. by Oman Sail/World Sailing Posted 8 Dec 17:59 AEDT Top offshore sailor reflects on Pyewacket 70 Top offshore sailor reflects on Pyewacket 70 Pyewacket 70 marks the close of the latest chapter in Ben Mitchell's 50yr offshore racing career. "There's one thing I'll say about the boat, to anybody who is looking to buy a previously owned boat - this Pyewacket 70 in perfect condition. You wouldn't know it wasn't a brand-new boat.” Offshore veteran looks back at the Volvo 70's successes. by Richard Gladwell, Sail-World.com Posted 8 Dec 12:51 AEDT BCM images from Day 2 of Maxi Championship BCM images from Day 2 of Maxi Championship A moderate Sou'easter and a very lumpy sea offshore made for a challenging passage race A moderate Sou'easter and a very lumpy sea offshore made for a challenging passage race on Day 2 of the Australian Maxi Championships in Sydney on Sunday. by Bow Caddy Media Posted 8 Dec 10:12 AEDT Sol Wingfoil Racing World Cup Jeri Brazil overall Sol Wingfoil Racing World Cup Jeri Brazil overall Ghio, Spanu and Manowiecki seal titles on Finals Day Mathis Ghio and Maddalena Spanu have been crowned 2025 World Cup champions. It's the fourth successive title for the Frenchman who has been the fleet's dominant figure since the competition's inception. by IWSA Media Posted 8 Dec 01:04 AEDT New 49erFX team on the rise: Revil and Dubois New 49erFX team on the rise: Revil and Dubois Their story started at a training camp organized by the French Federation A new partnership is taking shape in the 49erFX fleet — one built on shared goals, hard work, and a clear long-term vision. Chloé Revil and Albane Dubois teamed up in late 2024 and have shown they're a team worth watching as the LA 2028 cycle begins. by Alexia Lahoud Posted 7 Dec 22:21 AEDT Sail Inc. wins 12ft skiff NSW Championship Sail Inc. wins 12ft skiff NSW Championship Sailed over two weekends on a mix of courses in a variety of conditions Defending champion, Sail Inc., has taken out the 12 foot skiff NSW Championship, sailed over two weekends on a mix of courses in a variety of conditions. by Di Pearson / 12ft Skiff media Posted 7 Dec 20:09 AEDT 18ft Skiff NSW Championship Races 3 and 4 18ft Skiff NSW Championship Races 3 and 4 A double race victory to the Yandoo team A double race victory to the Yandoo team of John 'Herman' Winning, Fang Warren and Lewis Brake, on Sydney Harbour today, sees the team grab a narrow lead at the half way point in the eight-race NSW 18ft Skiff Championship. by Frank Quealey Posted 7 Dec 19:45 AEDT Australian Maxi Championship day 2 Australian Maxi Championship day 2 URM Group cleans up in a fresh southerly change on Sydney Harbour Day Two of the 2025 Australian Maxi Championship got under way today, with Sydney's extreme heat giving way to a fresh southerly change that set the stage for fast, tactical racing. by CYCA Media Posted 7 Dec 19:27 AEDT World Sailing Inclusion Championships day 3 World Sailing Inclusion Championships day 3 Competition intensifies at Mussanah, Oman The third day of the 2025 World Sailing Inclusion Championships concluded in the Sultanate of Oman with the leaders strengthening their grip on the top spots. by World Sailing Posted 7 Dec 18:21 AEDT The evolution of Palm Beach XI The evolution of Palm Beach XI And the technology that defines Palm Beach Motor Yachts Palm Beach XI's transformation is accelerating, and every step reflects the ocean-racing mastery that sits at the heart of our brand. by Palm Beach Motor Yachts Posted 7 Dec 16:59 AEDT The extraordinary Gitana 18 Ultim trimaran The extraordinary Gitana 18 Ultim trimaran Timelapse video of the construction and a look at the main design differences Over the past two years at CDK Technologies on the West coast of France, the most advanced offshore sailing yacht ever built has been taking shape. by Mark Jardine Posted 7 Dec 01:16 AEDT Sol Wingfoil Racing World Cup Jeri Brazil day 4 Sol Wingfoil Racing World Cup Jeri Brazil day 4 Steely nerves as Jeri breeze sets up thrilling Medal Series Riders began Day 4 in Jericoacoara peering out across the Atlantic, wondering whether the trademark breeze would hold true to its reputation. Despite constant reassurances of Jeri's consistency, doubts lingered as competitors mulled over wing choices. by IWSA Media Posted 7 Dec 00:56 AEDT World Sailing Inclusion Championships day 2 World Sailing Inclusion Championships day 2 Intense competition on Friday at Mussanah, Oman The second day of the inaugural World Sailing Inclusion Championships 2025, hosted by the Sultanate of Oman and organised by Oman Sail, continued on Friday with intense competition and participation from around the world. by World Sailing Posted 6 Dec 23:08 AEDT 44Cup 2026 will visit new venues in Spain & Italy 44Cup 2026 will visit new venues in Spain & Italy The 2026 series will comprise five events across Europe and Scandinavia Following the successful conclusion of their 2025 championship in Marina Jandía in Fuerteventura, the RC44 teams are now looking forward to the new 44Cup season. by 44Cup Posted 6 Dec 22:55 AEDT Most improved 49er team of 2025 Most improved 49er team of 2025 The first spotlight goes to Conrad Konitzer and Antonio Torrado As the 2025 season draws to a close, the class reflects on a year defined by progress, grit, and unforgettable moments. by Alexia Lahoud Posted 6 Dec 21:58 AEDT November 2025 FINNFARE November 2025 FINNFARE Passion, experience and Finn spirit The November 2025 edition of FINNFARE has been published and is currently being shipped to Finn sailors worldwide. The cover features the new world champion Deniss Karpak, along with the Masters champion, for the second time, Pieter-Jan Postma. by Robert Deaves Posted 6 Dec 20:17 AEDT Australian Maxi Championship Opening Race Australian Maxi Championship Opening Race Master Lock Comanche opens strongly The 2025 Australian Maxi Championship is officially under way, following a powerful start overnight with the Cabbage Tree Island Race, the opening act of the championship. by CYCA Media Posted 6 Dec 19:05 AEDT Cabbage Tree Island Race Finish Cabbage Tree Island Race Finish Master Lock Comanche takes Line Honours, Thorpe and LawConnect second Master Lock Comanche has thrown down the gauntlet to the rest of the Line Honours contenders for the 80th Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race with a clinical performance in the Cabbage Tree Island Race. by CYCA Media Posted 6 Dec 13:46 AEDT WA welcome ahead for Australians racing back home WA welcome ahead for Australians racing back home The fleet of ten Clipper Race yachts are currently battling it after a 4,800nm race from Cape Town From this weekend, the Clipper Race fleet will be heading into Fremantle, WA - with 15 Aussie nationals amongst its crew, including a doctor from Perth and firefighter from Victoria. by Clipper Race Posted 6 Dec 11:44 AEDT Henri-Lloyd has it all wrapped up for Christmas Henri-Lloyd has it all wrapped up for Christmas A range of nautical inspired gifts perfect for the festive season Finding the perfect nautical-inspired gifts this Christmas is now easier than ever, thanks to Henri-Lloyd. All items are available online and in Henri-Lloyd stores and retailers. by Henri-Lloyd Posted 6 Dec 03:00 AEDT World Sailing Inclusion Championships day 1 World Sailing Inclusion Championships day 1 First races contested in Mussanah, Oman The first races were contested at the inaugural World Sailing Inclusion Championships along the shores of Mussanah, marking the start of a historic global event hosted by the Sultanate of Oman at the Mussanah Sailing School, Barceló Mussanah Resort. by World Sailing Posted 5 Dec 22:00 AEDT The Famous Project CIC Jules Verne Trophy Day 6 The Famous Project CIC Jules Verne Trophy Day 6 A long, fast tack in the trade winds We like to repeat it over and over again: to date, no 100% female crew has managed to carve its name on the Jules Verne Trophy. by Agence TB Press Posted 5 Dec 19:58 AEDT 2026 RORC Racing Programme unleashed 2026 RORC Racing Programme unleashed The season spans more than a dozen major offshore races and championship events The 2026 RORC Racing Season will deliver one of the most diverse, challenging and internationally connected offshore programmes in the sport, designed for owners and skippers looking to race across a full ten months of competition. by Louay Habib Posted 5 Dec 19:23 AEDT Sailing Grand Slam publishes 2026 Notice of Race Sailing Grand Slam publishes 2026 Notice of Race Full series of Olympic-class events after a successful pilot season in 2025 Sailing Grand Slam (SGS) announced the publication of the 2026 Notice of Race (NOR) for its full series of Olympic-class events, marking the first complete edition of the international circuit after a successful pilot season in 2025. by Sailing Grand Slam Posted 5 Dec 17:05 AEDT A Thrilling Weekend at the Manly Cup A Thrilling Weekend at the Manly Cup High winds, high energy O'pen Skiff racing If there was one thing not in short supply on Day One of the Manly Cup, it was breeze! A punchy 20 knots lit up the racecourse from the very first gun, setting the stage for an electrifying weekend. by AUS O'pen Skiff Association Posted 5 Dec 16:55 AEDT Globe40 Leg 3 Update Globe40 Leg 3 Update An unforgettable week in the Roaring Forties Having set off on their third leg on November 22nd from Saint Paul Bay on Reunion Island, the eight competitors in the second edition of the GLOBE40 were initially confronted with the calms of the Mascarene High. by Sirius Events Posted 5 Dec 16:32 AEDT VX One Class achieves World Sailing recognition VX One Class achieves World Sailing recognition Official International status confirmed The VX One International Class Association is proud to share that World Sailing has officially recognised the VX One as an International Class, following a vote by the World Sailing Council at its recent Annual Conference. by VX One International Class Association Posted 5 Dec 16:21 AEDT Thorpedo set to launch into Rolex Sydney Hobart Thorpedo set to launch into Rolex Sydney Hobart Ian Thorpe to join the crew of LawConnect for the 80th edition Five-time Olympic gold medallist Ian Thorpe is set to dive into unfamiliar sporting waters after it was announced today that he would join the crew of LawConnect for the 80th Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race. by RSHYR Media Posted 5 Dec 11:10 AEDT