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World Sailing invites bids to host LA28 Olympic Qualifiers

by World Sailing 22 Dec 2025 02:18 PST
55th Semaine Olympique Française © Sailing Energy / Semaine Olympique Française

World Sailing, the world governing body for the sport, is delighted to announce the bidding processes for Continental Olympic Qualifiers for the LA28 Olympic Games and the Last Chance Regatta, the final opportunity to qualify for the Games.

Bidding is also open for the 2027, 2028 and 2029 editions of the Youth Match Racing World Championship and Women's Match Racing World Championship.

The formal Bid Guidelines and technical requirements for each event are now available for download from the World Sailing website.

For further information regarding the bidding process or to request the relevant documentation, please contact the World Sailing Executive Office at .

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