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Canadian Scott Shawyer takes on RORC Transatlantic Race

by Canada Ocean Racing 24 Oct 09:08 PDT
Scott Shawyer and Alan Roberts winning the course record, 2023 © Richard Mardens / Canada Ocean Racing

Canada Ocean Racing skipper Scott Shawyer will return to competition in January 2027, teaming up with British offshore sailor Alan Roberts for the RORC Transatlantic Race.

The pair will race the foiling IMOCA EMIRA IV on the 3,000-nautical-mile crossing from Lanzarote to Antigua, starting on 10 January. They previously raced double-handed together in 2023, winning their class and setting a course record of 9 days, 12 hours and 26 minutes.

Following his decision not to compete in the Route du Rhum, Scott will use the race to build valuable offshore experience, develop his understanding of EMIRA IV and continue working towards his ambition of competing in the Vendée Globe 2028.

You can find the full announcement here

Scott Shawyer training on EMIRA IV, summer 2026 - photo © Richard Mardens / Canada Ocean Racing
Scott Shawyer training on EMIRA IV, summer 2026 - photo © Richard Mardens / Canada Ocean Racing

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