SailGP, J/70s, Women's 2v2 Team Race SailGP, J/70s, Women's 2v2 Team Race SailGP visits NYC, J/70 Corinthian Worlds, Women's 2v2 Team Race SailGP's foiling circus arrived in the Big Apple last weekend for the Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix (May 30-31), which was the only SailGP stopover that's set to unfurl on American waters this season. by David Schmidt Posted 2 Jun 08:00 PDT The New York Sail Grand Prix Start Collision The New York Sail Grand Prix Start Collision Video Analysis and Reaction On Sunday at the Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix there was a collision involving three teams in the final seconds before the Race 3 start. by Mark Jardine Posted 2 Jun 12:43 PDT SoCal 300 & California Offshore Race Week Series SoCal 300 & California Offshore Race Week Series Back-to-back wins for Rodney Pimentel's Cal 40 Azure The final leg of the 2026 California Offshore Race Week proved to be a test of patience, persistence, and tactical decision-making as 25 boats set out from Santa Barbara for the SoCal 300. by Karina Sandhu, SDYC Posted 2 Jun 12:39 PDT 2026 Range Rover Sardinia Cup Day 1 2026 Range Rover Sardinia Cup Day 1 RORC and YCCS team take early lead The Range Rover Sardinia Cup got under way in style this morning, as 20 boats lined up for the start at 11 a.m. sharp. The historic regatta organised by the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda is back on the calendar after a 14-year hiatus. by Yacht Club Costa Smeralda Posted 2 Jun 12:33 PDT SSL Gold Cup 2026 Africa & Oceania Qualifier Day 1 SSL Gold Cup 2026 Africa & Oceania Qualifier Day 1 Storming start for Seychelles, before storm hits the lake The wait was over! Racing in the SSL Gold Cup Africa and Oceania Qualifier began today on Lake Neuchâtel, Switzerland. by SSL Media Posted 2 Jun 09:46 PDT Beyond the Horizon: The Race for 30x30 Beyond the Horizon: The Race for 30x30 Turning decades of marine research into a tool for global change In 2022, almost every country on Earth signed up to protect the ocean. The goal, known in conservation shorthand as 30x30, is to have 30% of the world's ocean meaningfully protected by 2030. by North Sails Posted 2 Jun 08:30 PDT Armstrong Midlength Mk II X-Form Board Armstrong Midlength Mk II X-Form Board The Midlength Mk II marks a major step forward in Armstrong board design The Midlength Mk II marks a major step forward in Armstrong board design, introducing our all-new X-Form Precision Molded Board Technology. Built to deliver a lighter, stronger, and more connected ride.. by Armstrong Foils Posted 2 Jun 08:13 PDT Bacardi announces 100th edition of the Bacardi Cup Bacardi announces 100th edition of the Bacardi Cup 2027 Bacardi Series dates also released In 2027, Bacardi celebrates the 100th edition of the Bacardi Cup, the longest-running partnership in the history of sailing. What began in 1927 as a 13-boat regatta in Havana, Cuba has grown into one of the sport's most revered institutions. by Hannah Lee Noll Posted 2 Jun 05:45 PDT A Class Catamaran Europeans at Mar Menor Day 1 A Class Catamaran Europeans at Mar Menor Day 1 A popped shoulder, a blown knee and a superb port tack flyer The opening day of a Championships can be slower starting affairs, as sailors are reluctant to push their boats too much for fear of snapping something early. No so in this fleet, as they have totally hit the water running. Race mode engaged from the gun. by Gordon Upton Posted 2 Jun 03:18 PDT The tech curve… The tech curve… It just marches on. Slide rule and Hewlett Packard be damned, these vessels are a tour de force It just marches on. The latest launchings for solo/crewed, mono/multi masterpieces are a tour de force when it comes to material science, electronics, engineering, physics, especially hydro and aerodynamics. Slide rule and Hewlett Packard be damned. by John Curnow, Sail-World.com AUS Editor Posted 2 Jun 01:30 PDT Erica Lush aboard Hope forced to retire Erica Lush aboard Hope forced to retire From La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec Leg 3 While sailing in 36th position off the coast of Île de Ré, American skipper Erica Lush notified Race Direction of her retirement at 6:49 a.m. this Tuesday morning, following the tearing of her mainsail. by La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec Posted 1 Jun 23:37 PDT 2026 Range Rover Sardinia Cup Practice Race 2026 Range Rover Sardinia Cup Practice Race Ten international teams competing, with a total of 20 boats Everything is ready in Porto Cervo for the grand return of the Range Rover Sardinia Cup. After a 14-year hiatus, one of the regattas that shaped the history of the YC Costa Smeralda returns with a new club-team format, featuring two boats per team. by Yacht Club Costa Smeralda Posted 1 Jun 13:16 PDT Momentum Builds Towards Rio Momentum Builds Towards Rio As SSL Gold Cup 2026 Africa and Oceania Qualifier Opens The Road to Rio and the countdown to SSL Gold Cup Brasil 2026 continues over the next two weeks in the stunning surroundings of Lake Neuchâtel in Switzerland with two sets of Qualifiers. by SSL Media Posted 1 Jun 09:31 PDT La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec Leg 3 Day 2 La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec Leg 3 Day 2 The poker game is underway The morning has significantly tightened the competition on this final leg of La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec. After hours of effort to build a gap, the frontrunners have seen much of their advantage evaporate mile after mile. by La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec Posted 1 Jun 09:28 PDT 151 Miglia-Trofeo Cetilar 151 Miglia-Trofeo Cetilar Decided after one of the lightest, most protracted offshore races on record With Italy lacking isobars this final May weekend, the winners of the 17th edition of the 151 Miglia-Trofeo Cetilar have been decided after one of the lightest, most protracted offshore races on record. by International Maxi Association Posted 1 Jun 09:03 PDT World Sailing launches new Portrayal Guidelines World Sailing launches new Portrayal Guidelines A comprehensive document based on the IOC Portrayal Guidelines, 2026 Edition World Sailing has published its new World Sailing Portrayal Guidelines, a comprehensive document based on the IOC Portrayal Guidelines, 2026 Edition, with the aim of ensuring fair, equal, and respectful representation of athletes across all media platform by World Sailing Posted 1 Jun 08:58 PDT Solaris Cup 2026 returns to Porto Rotondo Solaris Cup 2026 returns to Porto Rotondo Nearly seventy boats will be on the startline Nearly seventy boats on the startline, around 700 sailors, and owners arriving from the United States and Brazil. These are the numbers behind the 12th edition of the Solaris Cup, returning to Porto Rotondo. by Solaris Yachts Posted 1 Jun 07:18 PDT Allen sponsors 2026 505 Worlds at Hayling Island Allen sponsors 2026 505 Worlds at Hayling Island 80 boats are already entered from 10 different countries We are delighted to announce that Allen, one of the world's leading makers of high-performance sailing hardware, has come onboard to sponsor the 2026 505 World Championship at Hayling Island 2nd-11th July. by Chris Thorne Posted 1 Jun 04:00 PDT A Class Catamaran Europeans Practice Race A Class Catamaran Europeans Practice Race Things now get serious at Mar Menor for the sailors representing 19 nations The European Championships starts to get serious now at the FVM centre in Los Alcázeras on the wonderful waters of the Spanish Mar Menor lagoon. Sunday saw the official practice race prior to Monday's event start. by Gordon Upton Posted 1 Jun 03:27 PDT 2026 OK Dinghy World Championship preview 2026 OK Dinghy World Championship preview The unstoppable momentum of the OK Dinghy class continues The unstoppable momentum of the OK Dinghy class continues into 2026 with the second largest OK Dinghy World Championship of all time set to get under way at Skovshoved, Denmark next week. It has attracted an impressive 207 entries from 14 nations. by Robert Deaves Posted 1 Jun 03:16 PDT Solo Trans-Tasman Yacht Challenge – Day 2 Update Solo Trans-Tasman Yacht Challenge – Day 2 Update After a demanding first 48 hours that saw competitors contend with strong winds and large seas. The 2026 Solo Trans-Tasman Yacht Challenge continues to deliver exactly what makes this race so special – changing conditions, strategic decisions, personal challenges, and a healthy dose of Tasman Sea unpredictability. by Solo Trans-Tasman Yacht Challenge Posted 1 Jun 03:00 PDT Explora Journeys Swiss SailGP Team Fighting Spirit Explora Journeys Swiss SailGP Team Fighting Spirit A Challenging New York Weekend Against the backdrop of Manhattan, the Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix delivered one of the most demanding weekends of the SailGP season, with extreme conditions, disrupted racing schedules and highly aggressive fleet racing. by Explora Swiss SailGP Team Posted 31 May 23:05 PDT Women's 2v2 Team Racing Championship Women's 2v2 Team Racing Championship St. Francis Yacht Club Three-Peats at New York Yacht Club St. Francis Yacht Club proves that teamwork really does make the dream work. With an unchanged roster for the past three years, the team showcased that consistency and resiliency are the equation for success. by New York Yacht Club Posted 31 May 21:02 PDT DS Automobiles SailGP Team France finishes 4th DS Automobiles SailGP Team France finishes 4th Closing the gap to the championship podium at the Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix DS Automobiles SailGP Team France secured a 4th-place finish at the Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix after an unusual weekend marked by a first day without official racing and a single day of competition sailed in stronger-than-expected conditions. by DS Automobiles SailGP Team France Posted 31 May 20:30 PDT The Ocean Race 2027: Conrad Colman updates The Ocean Race 2027: Conrad Colman updates Conrad Colman is a veteran of four shorthanded round the world races. He updates on his fifth. In September, Conrad Colman will skipper the New Zealand-flagged MSIG Europe in The Ocean Race Atlantic - a 3,000nm sprint from New York to Lorient in France. The IMOCA60 is one of six entrants in the new event. by Richard Gladwell Posted 31 May 20:29 PDT Emirates GBR narrowly misses out on New York win Emirates GBR narrowly misses out on New York win After thrilling battle with Australia Emirates GBR narrowly missed out on a win at the Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix after the closest of battles with Australia's BONDS Flying Roos in the event final. by Emirates GBR SailGP Team Posted 31 May 20:22 PDT NorthStar Takes a Bite of The Big Apple NorthStar Takes a Bite of The Big Apple Canadian team Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix Recap The NorthStar SailGP Team delivered an impressive performance at the Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix, overcoming a disrupted opening day to secure a spot in the event's grand final and third place overall. by NorthStar SailGP Team Posted 31 May 20:05 PDT Armstrong Foils: SailGP Inspire lands in New York Armstrong Foils: SailGP Inspire lands in New York SailGP Inspire is in New York demonstrating that the championship extends beyond racing. The high-tech, hydrofoiling F50 catamarans of the Rolex SailGP Championship have officially returned to Manhattan waters, bringing boundary-pushing, 60-mph racing back to one of the world's most iconic skylines for the Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix. by Laura Hampton Posted 31 May 19:57 PDT SailGP: Flying Roos win a three-peat SailGP: Flying Roos win a three-peat A come-from-behind win capped a big day for the Roos who swapped a broken rudder before the start. The Bonds Flying Roos have claimed a third consecutive SailGP event victory, in a final that went down to the wire. The dramatic, come-from-behind win capped a remarkable day for the Australians who swapped a broken rudder before the start of Race 1. by SailGP Media Posted 31 May 18:47 PDT SailGP: Another big pre-start crash- Day 2 SailGP: Another big pre-start crash- Day 2 Another big crash in SailGP takes USA out of contention in home Final Another major collision marred Day 2 of SailGP New York, involving three boats and taking all out of the race, but fortunately and surprisingly, the event organisers did not report any injuries. by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World.com Posted 31 May 17:58 PDT Solo-Trans Tasman: Second competitor withdraws Solo-Trans Tasman: Second competitor withdraws Graeme Francis who activated his EPIRB has reached the safety of Mangonui Solo Trans-Tasman Yacht Challenge organisers have confirmed that competitor Graeme Francis and his Wilson 36 have arrived safely in Mangonui, Doubtless Bay at the far North of New Zealand. Pretty Boy Floyd is the second competitor to withdraw. by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World.com Posted 31 May 14:33 PDT La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec Leg 3 Start La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec Leg 3 Start Alexis Thomas (Wings of the Ocean) rounded the buoy laid off the port of Pornichet in first place. In front of a large crowd gathered along the seawall, the 36 sailors set off from Pornichet for the final leg of the 2026 La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec. At exactly 7:00 p.m., the start was given in ideal conditions. by La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec Posted 31 May 13:54 PDT Get ready to race in the 2027 Transpac Get ready to race in the 2027 Transpac The Notice of Race is official and registration opens June 1, 2026 The Transpacific Yacht Club has published the Notice of Race for the 2027 Los Angeles to Honolulu Transpacific Yacht Race. Known as the Transpac and held biennially since 1906, this will be the 54th running of the 2,225-mile legendary ocean race. by Transpacific Yacht Club Posted 31 May 12:08 PDT Ewan McGregor joins Emirates GBR Ewan McGregor joins Emirates GBR For 'one hell of sailing lesson' in New York The Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team hosted Scottish acting legend Ewan McGregor and his close friend Eric Strickland for a high-speed sailing session aboard their F50 race boat at the New York Sail Grand Prix on Saturday. by Emirates GBR SailGP Team Posted 31 May 08:34 PDT 55th Figawi Race to Nantucket 55th Figawi Race to Nantucket Serious fun, great camaraderie, and sometimes good sailing! An annual right of spring for sailors in New England, the fun-loving pursuit race called "the FIGAWI" has always been popular with J/Boats teams throughout the northeast. by J/Boats Posted 31 May 08:14 PDT La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec Leg 3 Starts Today La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec Leg 3 Starts Today The Final Departure at 7pm The moment of truth has arrived for all 36 skippers competing in the final leg of the 2026 La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec. This Sunday evening at 7:00 PM, the 36 sailors taking part in the 57th edition will set sail from Pornichet bound for Le Havre. by La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec Posted 31 May 08:10 PDT New formats aim to secure sailing's Olympic future New formats aim to secure sailing's Olympic future This year, sailing fans can look forward to two medal races in the Olympic classes. Reliable competition schedules, maximum medal contenders on final day, and compelling understandable races—this is how the sport of sailing aims to secure its Olympic future even after the 2028 Games in Los Angeles, USA. by Kieler Woche Posted 31 May 07:48 PDT SailGP: Three boats - no points - Day 1 SailGP: Three boats - no points - Day 1 Three teams raced on the Hudson River in what was later deemed to be an exhibition sail Fresh and swirling winds made mincemeat of the Day 1 racing schedule for the Mudabala New York SailGP. After the racing event organisers decided no points would count toward the Event or 2026 Season standings by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World.com Posted 31 May 07:01 PDT Musto Skiff 2026 Worlds GPS partnership Musto Skiff 2026 Worlds GPS partnership SailRacer GPS tracking will include all the main championship races The International Musto Skiff Class Association (IMSCA) has confirmed that it will once again partner with SailRacer to provide GPS tracking at the ACO Musto Skiff World Championship 2026, taking place in Carnac, France in early June. by International Musto Skiff Class Association Posted 31 May 02:38 PDT Finn Class News May 2026 Finn Class News May 2026 Race Management Survey, Gdynia Guide Rewatch, SA Championship, European Masters update The Finn Class has always embraced innovation where it improves the quality, fairness and integrity of our racing, while preserving the essential character of the boat and the sailor-driven nature of competition that defines Finn sailing. by Robert Deaves Posted 31 May 02:15 PDT