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From Hvar to Paris 2024
The Olympic Games are unique
© Mark Jardine
New T-Foils push speed record over 55 knots
SailGP's in-development foils have already broken the league's racing speed record
© Ricardo Pinto/SailGP
ACO 13th Musto Skiff Worlds
Sam Pascoe wins at Weymouth
© Michael Oliver
Rolex TP52 Worlds at Newport, RI
Tony Langley's Gladiator first British flagged team to win the title
© Nico Martinez
Youth Sailing World Championships overall
Brazilian kite win on day of dominance for Italy
© World Sailing
Olympic Diary: July 27 - Light winds forecast
Olympic Diary: July 27 - Light winds forecast
The 2024 Olympic Sailing Regatta starts tomorrow, Sunday when the Womens Windsurfer face the starter
The 2024 Olympic Sailing Regatta starts tomorrow, Sunday when the Womens Windsurfer face the starter at 1213hrs, for the first of four races to be sailed in their Event, on Day 1.
by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World.com/nz
Posted 26 Jul 11:39 UTC
2024 Open Skiff Worlds at Lake Garda preview
2024 Open Skiff Worlds at Lake Garda preview
302 sailors from 14 nations set to compete at Circolo Vela Arco
After the World Sailing Youth Worlds, Garda Trentino is once again the world reference point for youth sailing, this time for the OpenSkiff class, the single-handed dinghy appreciated by the very young because it is fast and manoeuvrable; in a word, fun.
by Elena Giolai
Posted 26 Jul 19:37 UTC
Galician authorities welcome GSC in Vigo
Galician authorities welcome GSC in Vigo
Real Club Náutico de Vigo will be the host club and partner of the Global Solo Challenge 2027-2028
The presentation held at the Real Club Náutico de Vigo of the Global Solo Challenge 2027/2028 marked a significant milestone for the event following the success of its inaugural edition of 2023-2024.
by Global Solo Challenge
Posted 26 Jul 19:31 UTC
RS21 selected for the ASEAN Cup
RS21 selected for the ASEAN Cup
Ideal for multi-location format as six boats can be packed into one shipping container
The ASEAN Cup will start the first leg of the competition in Melaka, Malaysia in October, before it moves onto Shenzhen, China in November and then Koh Kong, Cambodia in March 2025. The RS21 is the ideal fit for this multi-location format.
by RS Marine Group
Posted 26 Jul 16:00 UTC
.. this is a rollable boat brush from Revolve Tec
.. this is a rollable boat brush from Revolve Tec
It's light, it floats, it's compact and it keeps your boat clean!
.. this is a rollable boat brush from Revolve Tec. It's light, it floats, it's compact and it keeps your boat clean.
by Marine Products Direct
Posted 26 Jul 15:30 UTC
Fast-pace predicted for Roschier Baltic Sea Race
Fast-pace predicted for Roschier Baltic Sea Race
Forecasters are predicting record breaking conditions
Just two days before the start of the Roschier Baltic Sea Race weather forecasters are predicting record breaking conditions with big breeze arriving during the 635-mile race.
by RORC Press
Posted 26 Jul 15:10 UTC
Rodos Cup day 4
Rodos Cup day 4
The wind conditions were ideal for downwind sailing
The fourth day of the 27th Rodos Cup sailing week took place on July 25, as scheduled, with the third race held from Tilos to Symi after a rest day in Tilos.
by Rodos Cup
Posted 26 Jul 13:14 UTC
Train Accident and Cancer Won't Stop this Sailor
Train Accident and Cancer Won't Stop this Sailor
Gary Pierce still competing in Chicago's Independence Cup for sailors with disabilities
Last year wheel-chair bound Gary Pierce was preparing to compete in Chicago's Independence Cup for sailors with disabilities for his eighth year when he received a call from his doctor.
by Mary Ann O'Rourke
Posted 26 Jul 10:18 UTC
Royal Huisman turns hull of world's largest sloop
Royal Huisman turns hull of world's largest sloop
The shipyard's 140th anniversary marked with the milestone hull turning of the secretive Project 410
Royal Huisman marks the shipyard's 140th anniversary with the milestone hull turning of the secretive Project 410.
by Royal Huisman
Posted 26 Jul 10:09 UTC
Women's Cup in the Copa del Rey MAPFRE
Women's Cup in the Copa del Rey MAPFRE
Record participation numbers and a new format
Sailing the One Design Blusail 24, supplied by the organization, and with a 'Round Robin' format, this year's all-female class at the Copa del Rey MAPFRE has beaten its own participation record with 14 crews entered.
by Copa del Rey MAPFRE
Posted 26 Jul 09:57 UTC
2024 Noakes Sydney Gold Coast Yacht Race preview
2024 Noakes Sydney Gold Coast Yacht Race preview
This year's race promises thrilling competition and exceptional seamanship
The Noakes Sydney Gold Coast Yacht Race is set to start on July 27, 2024 at 1300hrs. Hosted by the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia (CYCA), this year's race promises thrilling competition and exceptional seamanship.
by Cruising Yacht Club of Australia
Posted 26 Jul 09:00 UTC
21st International Canoe Worlds day 4
21st International Canoe Worlds day 4
The result of the New York Challenge Cup remains in the balance
After another long day of delays the result of the New York Challenge Cup remains in the balance. The match was a tense affair the Germans were fielding a team of light air specialists so the minimal 5-6 knots on the course had them as a slight favourite.
by Chris Hampe
Posted 26 Jul 08:59 UTC
Olympic Sailing Events Explained Part 6
Olympic Sailing Events Explained Part 6
Erwan Fischer, Clément Pequin, Odile van Aanholt & Annette Duetz describe the Men's & Women's Skiff
The Men's and Women's Skiff events at Paris 2024 will use the 49er and 49er FX classes. France's Erwan Fischer & Clément Pequin and Dutch duo Odile van Aanholt & Annette Duetz give us the low-down on the boats they'll be racing.
by World Sailing
Posted 26 Jul 08:30 UTC
Seldén Mast unveils Foldable Mast Climbing Step
Seldén Mast unveils Foldable Mast Climbing Step
Unfolds easily and has a spring-loaded locking system
Seldén Mast is proud to announce the launch of its innovative Foldable Mast Climbing Step. Designed with convenience and safety in mind, this new addition to Seldén's product lineup is set to enhance the way sailors maintain their vessels.
by Seldén Mast
Posted 26 Jul 08:00 UTC
57th Governor's Cup Day 3
57th Governor's Cup Day 3
Petersen (USA) and Tapper (AUS) set for the semis
The 2021 and 2023 Governor's Cup winner, Jeffrey Petersen (USA), again went undefeated in today's round robin racing to stay on top of the leaderboard with a near-perfect score-line of 18 wins and one loss.
by Susan Kenney
Posted 26 Jul 04:20 UTC
The Transat CIC After Movie
The Transat CIC After Movie
The brilliant return of a legendary race
For the first time in eight years, the "mother of transatlantic races" returned to the ocean racing calendar. An event dear to the hearts of all sea lovers as The Transat CIC has made history.
by The Transat CIC
Posted 25 Jul 19:40 UTC
Roschier Baltic Sea Race - How to follow the race
Roschier Baltic Sea Race - How to follow the race
40 boats will take the start just after midday
Organised by the Royal Ocean Racing Club with the Offshore Racing Alliance, 40 boats ranging in size from 9.45m to 26.53m will take the start just after midday.
by RORC Press
Posted 25 Jul 19:19 UTC
America's Cup: Coaching Corner - Rob Wilson
America's Cup: Coaching Corner - Rob Wilson
INEOS Britannia have the deep-experience of Rob Wilson, now in his third America's Cup campaign
Every team has employed elite-level coaches and for INEOS Britannia, the Challenger of Record, they have the deep-experience of Rob Wilson, now in his third America's Cup campaign with the British team.
by Magnus Wheatley, America's Cup
Posted 25 Jul 14:47 UTC
Olympic Diary: July 26 - Good breeze to open
Olympic Diary: July 26 - Good breeze to open
The opening few days of the Paris2024 Sailing Olympics should be sailed in fresh winds
The long range weather forecast from Predictwind promises fresh breezes blowing from the west, for the opening stanzas of the Paris2024 Sailing Olympics. The regatta starts with the Mens and Womens Skiffs which will sail their Medal Race on Thursday.
by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World.com/nz
Posted 25 Jul 12:36 UTC
Adapting to New Rules and an Unprecedented Cycle
Adapting to New Rules and an Unprecedented Cycle
The role of Data Technology at Paris 2024
Every Olympic cycle is unique, bringing its own unique obstacles. Who has adapted to the challenges most effectively? That only becomes clear as four-years of hard work and dedication explode in a flurry before our eyes over less than two weeks!
by Cyclops Marine
Posted 25 Jul 11:00 UTC
Olympic Sailing Events Explained Part 5
Olympic Sailing Events Explained Part 5
The iQFoil is the new Olympic windsurfing class for men and women
The iQFoil is the new Olympic windsurfing class. Israel's Sharon Kantor and The Netherlands' Luuc van Opzeeland tell us all about the successor to the RS:X.
by World Sailing
Posted 25 Jul 08:30 UTC
Allen Hardware Powers Elite Athletes in France
Allen Hardware Powers Elite Athletes in France
In the 49erFX, 49er, ILCA 7, Nacra 17, and Formula Kite classes
We're proud to support a selection of athletes from different nations, all of whom are competing in France at the pinnacle of dinghy and kitesurfing competition.
by Allen
Posted 25 Jul 07:00 UTC
69F Cup Grand Prix 3 ready to go in Acquafresca
69F Cup Grand Prix 3 ready to go in Acquafresca
Racing will take place between Friday and Sunday
Just a few day after the conclusion of the 2024 EUROSAF 69F Youth European Championship, won by Jajo Dutchsail Woman with Willemijn Offerman as skipper, the 69F Class is ready to return to flight.
by 69F Sailing
Posted 25 Jul 06:54 UTC
57th Governor's Cup Day 2
57th Governor's Cup Day 2
Callahan (USA): The comeback kid
After going 1-5 on Day 1 (Tuesday), Justin Callahan (USA) went 6-1 on Wednesday for an overall score of 7-6 moving him into semi-final contention.
by Susan Kenney
Posted 25 Jul 04:13 UTC
21st International Canoe Worlds day 3
21st International Canoe Worlds day 3
Even the party-goers of the fleet had to take an early night
Racing was brought forward for the International Canoes at Travemünder Woche; with a first warning signal scheduled for 09:30 even the party-goers of the fleet took an early night. The forecast was for a north westerly that would be strong.
by Chris Hampe
Posted 24 Jul 19:55 UTC
Rodos Cup day 2
Rodos Cup day 2
The race took place with a high westerly wind
The second day of the 27th Rodos Cup sailing week took place on July 23, as scheduled, with the race taking place from Kalymnos to Tilos.
by Rodos Cup
Posted 24 Jul 18:21 UTC
GWA Wingfoil World Cup Fuerteventura day 3
GWA Wingfoil World Cup Fuerteventura day 3
Unstoppable Nia Suardiaz reigns supreme in three wingfoil disciplines
There was drama in each heat on the final day of the Surf-Freestyle in Fuerteventura as one rider after another kept dropping sick tricks, each higher and more precise than the next.
by GWA Media
Posted 24 Jul 18:10 UTC
Olympic Diary: July 25, 2024 - First impressions
Olympic Diary: July 25, 2024 - First impressions
The weather and sailing conditions in Marseille look to be brilliant
We are three days out from the start of competition in the 2024 Olympic Sailing Regatta in Marseille, and are starting Sail-World's 2024 Sailing Olympic coverage.
by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World.com/nz
Posted 24 Jul 14:24 UTC
SailGP Canada - Against all Odds
SailGP Canada - Against all Odds
How the Canadian team navigated the tumultuous water of their first season
New video from the Canada SailGP team tracking their progression through SailGP - all the highs - and learning experiences - on the inception of the team and how the team navigated the tumultuous water of their first season in SailGP.
by Canada SailGP Team
Posted 24 Jul 14:18 UTC
IKA events update September-December 2024
IKA events update September-December 2024
The KiteFoil World Series will kick off in Traunsee, Austria
Although all eyes are currently set at the Olympic Games where kiteboarding is making its first Games appearance 4-9 August 2024 in Marseille, it is worth to take a look at the competitions in the second half of the year!
by International Kiteboarding Association
Posted 24 Jul 12:29 UTC
HM Hospitales Hydra boat to race in ORC1
HM Hospitales Hydra boat to race in ORC1
At the Copa del Rey Mapfre
HM International will continue to support the boat "HM Hospitales-Hydra" and its team for 2024, as it will participate in the category Odilo ORC 1 with the biggest boats enrolled in the next 42nd edition of Copa del Rey MAPFRE.
by HM International
Posted 24 Jul 09:43 UTC
ETNZ Deck T-shirt is light and comfortable
ETNZ Deck T-shirt is light and comfortable
ETNZ Deck cotton T-shirt is a light and comfortable men's T-shirt for everyday use
The ETNZ Deck T-shirt is a light and comfortable men's T-shirt for everyday use, characterised by a very pleasant 'feel'. Wearing natural cotton, you will feel 'cuddled' by its softness. Men's Stretch Cotton T-Shirt. Available online or in Barcelona.
by America's Cup Store
Posted 24 Jul 08:35 UTC
Tiwal's 10th anniversary regatta highlights
Tiwal's 10th anniversary regatta highlights
The go-anywhere inflatable sailboat's 10th anniversary regatta
The Tiwal Cup returned on 18th May 2024. This year's regatta was extra special for the small sailboat as it was the Cup's 10th edition!
by Marie Duval
Posted 24 Jul 08:30 UTC
Olympic Sailing Events Explained Part 4
Olympic Sailing Events Explained Part 4
The foiling Nacra 17 is the Mixed Multihull at Paris 2024
The Italian team and defending Olympic champions, Ruggero Tita and Caterina Banti, run us through the foiling Nacra 17, which is the Mixed Multihull at Paris 2024.
by World Sailing
Posted 24 Jul 08:30 UTC
57th Governor's Cup Day 1
57th Governor's Cup Day 1
Last year's finalists, Petersen (USA) and Tapper (Aus), shine
With all four semi-finalists from last year back in town, it should come as no surprise that two of them — last year's winner Jeffery Petersen (USA), and runner-up Cole Tapper (AUS) — are currently tied for the lead on six wins (and no losses) each.
by Susan Kenney
Posted 24 Jul 08:16 UTC
21st International Canoe Worlds day 2
21st International Canoe Worlds day 2
Another long frustrating day of waiting on the water for over 6 hours
Day 2 of the Championships was another long frustrating day of waiting with only two races sailed despite all boats being on the water for over 6 hours.
by Chris Hampe
Posted 24 Jul 07:25 UTC
America's Cup: Alinghi and Red Bull reveal
America's Cup: Alinghi and Red Bull reveal
One of the best-kept secrets in sport has been how the two technological innovators work together
Two of the biggest names in their fields – Alinghi and Red Bull – have joined forces to aim for the win in the 37th America's Cup. Despite a tradition of secrecy in the Cup environment, the partners have opened up about how they're working together.
by Alinghi Red Bull Racing Media
Posted 24 Jul 00:37 UTC
From Hvar to Paris 2024
From Hvar to Paris 2024
The Olympic Games are unique
The Olympic Games are unique. Coming once every four years, it can be a once in a lifetime sporting opportunity. For the small Croatian island of Hvar, Paris 2024 is a first, as the island's first-ever Olympian will be competing, and he's a sailor.
by Mark Jardine
Posted 23 Jul 19:00 UTC
21st International Canoe Worlds day 1
21st International Canoe Worlds day 1
Travemünder Woche hosts on the Baltic shores of Germany
The 21st International 20 square meter Canoe World Championships kicked off in boisterous conditions on the first Monday of Travemünder Woche on the Baltic shores of Germany.
by Chris Hampe
Posted 23 Jul 18:55 UTC
Entries soar for Roschier Baltic Sea Race 2024
Entries soar for Roschier Baltic Sea Race 2024
Sailors from at least 20 countries will be racing in the world's latest '600-mile' offshore race
Organised by the Royal Ocean Racing Club with the Offshore Racing Alliance, the second edition of the 635-mile race has attracted boats from all over Scandinavia, Europe and the United States of America.
by Louay Habib / RORC
Posted 23 Jul 18:17 UTC