Ambre Hasson on her 2025 Mini Transat adventure Ambre Hasson on her 2025 Mini Transat adventure Classe Mini skipper Ambre Hasson debriefs her 2025 Mini Transat adventure Six years ago, Ambre Hasson was living in New York City and enjoying the trappings of city life. Sailing wasn't part of her world view or skillset, nor was the thought of racing across the North Atlantic, alone, aboard a 21-foot offshore speedster. by David Schmidt Posted 18 Dec 11:00 EST Youth Sailing World Championships 2025 overall Youth Sailing World Championships 2025 overall Champions crowned in Vilamoura Eleven Youth Sailing World Championship gold medallists were crowned on Friday as action came to an exciting conclusion in Vilamoura. by World Sailing Posted 19 Dec 15:12 EST Armstrong Women's Week - Tarifa 2025 Armstrong Women's Week - Tarifa 2025 Armstrong Foils' Women's Week celebrates the powerful and global community of female foilers Armstrong Foils' Women's Week celebrates the powerful and global community of female foilers who are shaping the future of our sport. by Jen Tyler, Armstrong Foils Posted 19 Dec 14:00 EST 49th Palamós Christmas Race Day 1 49th Palamós Christmas Race Day 1 No wind for the opening day in Girona Sailing is a sport that depends entirely on weather conditions, the sea and, above all, the wind. This was clearly demonstrated on the opening day as the fleet was unable to get out on the water due to a complete lack of wind. by Jaume Soler Posted 19 Dec 11:01 EST Fees Increase Saturday for Newport Bermuda Race Fees Increase Saturday for Newport Bermuda Race Momentum continues to build with 130 boats already entered—and counting This is a final reminder for those still considering the 2026 Bermuda Race—early registration discounts end Saturday, December 20, 2025. After that date, entry fees will increase, and cancellation fees will also rise. by Bermuda Race Media Posted 19 Dec 09:11 EST Under the Skin of Argo Under the Skin of Argo How a MOD70 Is Prepared to Race the Atlantic Have there been any major structural or systems checks as part of bringing Argo back to race-ready condition for the Transat? by Louay Habib / RORC Posted 19 Dec 08:27 EST Blistering Jules Verne Trophy start for Sodebo Blistering Jules Verne Trophy start for Sodebo Mainsail hook hampers The Famous Project CIC The Ultim Trimaran Sodebo, with Skipper Thomas Coville and his team, started their Jules Verne Trophy round the world record attempt on the evening of 15th December 2025, and have made an incredible start as they head down the Atlantic. by Mark Jardine Posted 19 Dec 06:50 EST The Allen Hardware Handbook – 2025 Recap Issue The Allen Hardware Handbook – 2025 Recap Issue Behind-the-scenes engineering, and updates from the wider Allen sailing community Behind-the-scenes engineering, and updates from the wider Allen sailing community, including new and specialist hardware developments, insights into boats and classes using Allen gear, and the latest news from our Team Allen sailors. by Allen Posted 19 Dec 04:00 EST Going where few dare Going where few dare Clipper Race sailors conquer the Roaring Forties After battling the conditions faced in the Roaring Forties, the ten teams competing in the Clipper 2025-26 Race have arrived into Fremantle, Australia. by Clipper Ventures Posted 19 Dec 00:20 EST Mini Globe Race headling home and into history! Mini Globe Race headling home and into history! The final leg to Antigua begins December 28th Five years spent wondering about this Southern Ocean challenge. 1000 miles of unpredictable fast changing weather swirling around the Cape of Good Hope, mixing with the ship breaking Agulhas current. Would they survive? Could they even get through? by McIntyre Mini Globe Race Posted 18 Dec 23:44 EST Emirates Team NZ: Kiwis hard at two-boat training Emirates Team NZ: Kiwis hard at two-boat training The Hauraki Gulf has become the stage for high-intensity internal competition As 2025 draws to a close, Emirates Team NZ are not winding down for the holidays just yet. Instead, the Hauraki Gulf has become the stage for high-intensity internal competition, with the team maximising their time on the water. by Emirates Team NZ Media Posted 18 Dec 21:35 EST Palm Beach XI Christened in Sydney Palm Beach XI Christened in Sydney A Legend Reborn for The 80th Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race After an extraordinary five-month sprint, Mark Richards and his team are nearing completion of a transformation few would attempt on a yacht of this pedigree. by Palm Beach Motor Yachts Posted 18 Dec 16:30 EST 29ers at the Youth World Sailing Worlds day 4 29ers at the Youth World Sailing Worlds day 4 Edwards & Hiscocks reclaim the lead in tricky Vilamoura winds Light and unstable conditions once again tested the 29er International fleet at the Vilamoura Youth Sailing World Championships, setting the stage for an intriguing final day with everything still to play for. by 29er Class Posted 18 Dec 16:13 EST Youth Sailing World Championships 2025 Day 4 Youth Sailing World Championships 2025 Day 4 Thrilling penultimate day sets up grand finale The 2025 Youth Sailing World Championships are all set for a thrilling conclusion following an action-packed penultimate day in Vilamoura. by World Sailing Posted 18 Dec 16:07 EST Andy and Mark Wrap-Up the 2025 Sailing Season Andy and Mark Wrap-Up the 2025 Sailing Season We speak to the legendary journalist and founder of the Seldén Sailjuice Winter Series It was great to catch up with legendary sailing journalist Andy Rice to discuss some of our highlights of the 2025 sailing season. by Mark Jardine Posted 18 Dec 11:00 EST 2026 Youth Match Racing Worlds heads to Denmark 2026 Youth Match Racing Worlds heads to Denmark To be held in the stunning waters of Middelfart in June World Sailing is pleased to announce that the 2026 Youth Match Racing World Championship will be held in the stunning waters of Middelfart, Denmark, from 21-25 June 2026. by World Sailing Posted 18 Dec 09:28 EST 49th Palamós Christmas Race starts Friday 49th Palamós Christmas Race starts Friday 216 crews from 15 countries are set to compete The 49th Palamós Christmas Race, an international sailing regatta, is gearing up for a new edition. This Thursday will be registration day, and from Friday the 19th through Monday, December 22, the competition will take place on the water. by Jaume Soler Posted 18 Dec 09:14 EST Maritimo duo primed for the 80th RSHYR Maritimo duo primed for the 80th RSHYR The most luxurious 100-foot yacht to compete in the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race In the milestone 80th Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, which has attracted 133 entries, Maritimo will compete with two stand-out yachts. by Maritimo Posted 18 Dec 03:13 EST Henri-Lloyd launches range of performance socks Henri-Lloyd launches range of performance socks Socking it to you! Henri-Lloyd has added to its range of accessories with the launch of two new sock styles, each crafted to deliver exceptional comfort, support and year-round wearability. by Henri-Lloyd Posted 18 Dec 03:00 EST 18ft Skiff NSW Championship Final Day Preview 18ft Skiff NSW Championship Final Day Preview Champion team heading for another title The 2025 Giltinan Trophy world champion Yandoo 18ft skiff team of Tom Needham, Fang Warren and Lewis Brake are set to add another trophy to their names when they line up next Sunday on Sydney Harbour for the final two races of the NSW Championship. by Frank Quealey Posted 18 Dec 02:54 EST