Kiwis win three medals - Day 5 - Youth Worlds Kiwis win three medals - Day 5 - Youth Worlds New Zealand has won its first medals at the World Sailing Youth World Championships since 2022 New Zealand has won its first medals at the World Sailing Youth World Championships since 2022 - and delivered the country's biggest medal haul in seven years - after a dramatic final day in Vilamoura, Portugal. by Yachting New Zealand Posted 20 Dec 21:55 NZDT 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 20 Dec 08:00 NZDT France SailGP team begins a new sporting cycle France SailGP team begins a new sporting cycle And announces Philippe Presti as its new team manager After a 2025 season rich in lessons learned and steady progress, finishing in a solid 5th place, the French team is entering a new cycle with a clear goal. by France SailGP Team Posted 19 Dec 19:13 NZDT Two in Medal contention - Day 4, Youth Worlds Two in Medal contention - Day 4, Youth Worlds Several members of the NZL Sailing Foundation team remain in the medal hunt heading into the final d Several members of the NZL Sailing Foundation team remain in the medal hunt heading into the final day of the 2025 Youth Sailing World Championships in Vilamoura, Portugal. by Yachting New Zealand Posted 19 Dec 16:39 NZDT 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 19 Dec 15:35 NZDT Record 100 entries for Tre Golfi Sailing Week 2026 Record 100 entries for Tre Golfi Sailing Week 2026 Anticipation is growing as Naples and Sorrento prepare to host the prestigious event As the Tre Golfi Sailing Week 2026 approaches, the event has already attracted more than 100 entries from 16 countries, confirming it as one of the most anticipated sailing events of the year. by Tre Golfi Sailing Week Posted 21 Dec 00:22 NZDT Entries open for the 30th Superyacht Cup Palma Entries open for the 30th Superyacht Cup Palma Europe's longest-running superyacht regatta enters a new era The Superyacht Cup Palma will celebrate its landmark 30th anniversary in 2026, combining three decades of racing heritage with expanded class options that reflect the evolving world of superyacht competition. by The Superyacht Cup Palma Posted 20 Dec 23:15 NZDT 17th China Cup International Regatta 17th China Cup International Regatta 30 FD Future dinghies race over four days in Shenzhen The 17th China Cup International Regatta kicked off on the 12th of December over four competition days till the 16th of December 2025. by Carren Shi Posted 20 Dec 21:15 NZDT A Race That Defines Offshore Performance A Race That Defines Offshore Performance Two Iconic Teams, One Unforgiving Race Every year, the Sydney Hobart Yacht Race draws the world's attention to one stretch of ocean on the east coast of Australia. 628 nautical miles of unpredictable weather systems, unforgiving ocean conditions, extreme fatigue and consequence. by Zhik Posted 20 Dec 17:00 NZDT 29ers at the Youth World Sailing Worlds overall 29ers at the Youth World Sailing Worlds overall Britain and Poland Crowned 29er Youth World Champions in Vilamoura The Youth World Sailing Championship concluded today in Vilamoura, delivering a week of high-level racing and intense international competition across the 29er class. by 29er Class Posted 20 Dec 12:05 NZDT 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 20 Dec 09:12 NZDT 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 20 Dec 02:27 NZDT 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 20 Dec 00:50 NZDT 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 22:00 NZDT 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 18:20 NZDT 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 19 Dec 17:44 NZDT 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 19 Dec 10:30 NZDT 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 19 Dec 10:13 NZDT 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 19 Dec 10:07 NZDT 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 19 Dec 05:00 NZDT 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 19 Dec 03:28 NZDT 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 21:13 NZDT 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 21:00 NZDT Wigglesworth flies high - Day 3, Youth Worlds Wigglesworth flies high - Day 3, Youth Worlds After two frustrating days ashore, kiteboarder Toby Wigglesworth wasted no time announcing himself After two frustrating days ashore, Toby Wigglesworth wasted no time announcing himself at the World Sailing Youth World Championships in Vilamoura, Portugal. by Yachting New Zealand Posted 18 Dec 20:56 NZDT 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 20:54 NZDT 29ers at the Youth World Sailing Worlds day 3 29ers at the Youth World Sailing Worlds day 3 A full racing ray brings movement in the 29er standings For the first time since the start of the Vilamoura Youth Sailing World Championships, all 11 events were able to race on the same day, bringing significant movement across the leaderboards — including in the 29er International fleet. by 29er Class Posted 18 Dec 11:55 NZDT Youth Sailing World Championships 2025 Day 3 Youth Sailing World Championships 2025 Day 3 Stragiotti and Li make unbeaten starts in Formula Kite Gian Andrea Stragiotti and Suofeiya Li recorded unbeaten days as Formula Kite athletes began their Youth Sailing World Championship campaigns on day three in Vilamoura. by World Sailing Posted 18 Dec 09:16 NZDT New Bump Hat Range for Offshore Yacht Racers New Bump Hat Range for Offshore Yacht Racers Launched by Vaikobi ahead of the 2025 Rolex Sydney to Hobart Vaikobi, a global leader in high-performance marine apparel and safety equipment, is proud to announce the launch of its new Vaikobi Bump Hat Range, purpose-built for the demands of offshore yacht racing. by Vaikobi Posted 17 Dec 19:54 NZDT Girls 420 third overall - Day 2, Youth Worlds Girls 420 third overall - Day 2, Youth Worlds Tessa Clinton and Amelia Higson are the best performed of the NZL Sailing Foundation Youth Team Tessa Clinton and Amelia Higson have started their campaign at the 2025 World Sailing Youth World Championships in the podium places, securing back-to-back fourth places in their first races of the regatta. by Yachting New Zealand Posted 17 Dec 17:24 NZDT 29ers at the Youth World Sailing Worlds day 2 29ers at the Youth World Sailing Worlds day 2 Strong winds test sailors on the second day of racing in Vilamoura After a challenging start to the day due to high winds, the 29er International fleet hit the water at the Vilamoura Youth Worlds. by 29er Class Posted 17 Dec 11:23 NZDT The Famous Project CIC Jules Verne Trophy Day 17 The Famous Project CIC Jules Verne Trophy Day 17 Cape of Good Hope done! The eight sailors of The Famous Project CIC completed their journey across the vast Atlantic Ocean today, on this day Tuesday December 16th, at 17.00. by Agence TB Press Posted 17 Dec 07:48 NZDT Youth Sailing World Championships 2025 Day 2 Youth Sailing World Championships 2025 Day 2 Windsurfers open campaigns as gusts swirl in Vilamoura Windsurfers took to the Vilamoura water for the first time on a day of testing conditions at the 2025 Youth Sailing World Championships. by World Sailing Posted 17 Dec 06:19 NZDT Have your say on future of the Musto Skiff class Have your say on future of the Musto Skiff class The 2025 Class Survey has been launched The International Musto Skiff Class Association (MSCA) has today launched its 2025 Class Survey, inviting sailors worldwide to share their views and help guide the future of the class. by Natalie Hilton Posted 17 Dec 05:30 NZDT Transat Café L'or - Prizegiving time Transat Café L'or - Prizegiving time The ceremony brought back fond memories of a challenging and memorable Route du Café race. Concluding a fantastic 17th edition, the four winning duos of the TRANSAT CAFÉ L'OR Le Havre Normandie were presented with their prizes today in their respective classes, ULTIM, Ocean Fifty, IMOCA, and Class40. by Transat Café L'OR Posted 17 Dec 05:24 NZDT Debriefing the inaugural Inclusion Championships Debriefing the inaugural Inclusion Championships With luck, the IPC was paying very close attention In January 2015, the International Paralympic Committee (IPC}) made the misguided decision to drop sailing from the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Sports Program. This began a series of bad decisions that the sailing world hopes to see reversed. by David Schmidt Posted 17 Dec 05:00 NZDT Proposal for Para Sailing's Brisbane 2023 return Proposal for Para Sailing's Brisbane 2023 return The World Sailing submission outlines a transformed global landscape World Sailing has formally submitted a comprehensive proposal to the International Paralympic Committee (IPC), which seeks to secure Para Sailing's return to the Paralympic Games at Brisbane 2032. by World Sailing Posted 17 Dec 02:05 NZDT America's Cup: A spot of recon - Video America's Cup: A spot of recon - Video Sail-World dropped in on Emirates Team NZ's AC40 session today taking place off North Head Sail-World dropped in on Emirates Team NZ's AC40 session today taking place off North Head, at the entrance to Auckland's Waitemata Harbour. by Richard Gladwell, Sail-World.com/nz Posted 17 Dec 00:56 NZDT SailGP: ETNZ's Andy Maloney goes with Sweden SailGP: ETNZ's Andy Maloney goes with Sweden Artemis SailGP has confirmed the signing of three times America's Cup winner, Andy Maloney Artemis SailGP has confirmed the signing of three times America's Cup winner, Andy Maloney as flight controller for the team's debut campaign in the 2026 Rolex SailGP Championship. by SailGP Posted 17 Dec 00:49 NZDT Gladwell's Line: A busy few months of sailing Gladwell's Line: A busy few months of sailing A look at recent events in sailing, what's coming up in the next few months plus our take on the Cup A look back on the events of the last couple of months in NZ, and what is coming up in the New Year, including the Sydney Hobart Race, and SailGP. Plus what we know/surmise about the America's Cup and the new AC Partnership. by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World NZ Posted 17 Dec 00:07 NZDT 2027 Hong Kong Dragon Worlds entry open 2027 Hong Kong Dragon Worlds entry open The first time the event will be held in Asia The Sailing Federation of Hong Kong, China in conjunction with the RHKYC, International Dragon Association and the Hong Kong Dragon Association, are pleased to announce that the 2027 Dragon World Championship will take place from 21 to 29 November 2026. by Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club Posted 16 Dec 20:10 NZDT Youth Worlds: Kiwis have a challenging Day 1 Youth Worlds: Kiwis have a challenging Day 1 Limited qualifying races across just four of the 10 fleets on Day 1 of the 2025 Youth Worlds After long delays both ashore and on the water, organisers were able to squeeze in limited qualifying races across just four of the 10 fleets on Day 1 of the 2025 Youth Worlds in Vilamoura. by Yachting New Zealand Posted 16 Dec 17:36 NZDT 29ers at the Youth World Sailing Worlds day 1 29ers at the Youth World Sailing Worlds day 1 An exciting start and tight leaderboard in Vilamoura, Portugal Exciting start and tight leaderboard in the 29er fleet at the 2025 Youth Sailing World Championships. by 29er Class Posted 16 Dec 10:54 NZDT Youth Sailing World Championships 2025 Day 1 Youth Sailing World Championships 2025 Day 1 Italy make strong start in Vilamoura Italy made a strong start to the 2025 Youth Sailing World Championships, with the reigning Nations Trophy winners leading three of the five events that were able to get on the water on the first day of competitive racing. by World Sailing Posted 16 Dec 09:12 NZDT Collinson FX: US comes off record highs Collinson FX: US comes off record highs US equity markets corrected Friday, coming off record highs, following the Fed's rate cut US equity markets corrected Friday, coming off record highs, following the Fed's decision to cut rates. by Collinson FX Posted 15 Dec 22:27 NZDT Like watching a big front build Like watching a big front build Deploying the might of the North Technology Group is not simply about rags, strings, and sticks When you able to deploy the total might of the North Technology Group, it is not simply rags, strings, and sticks that are the outcome. Equally, it is not merely the sum of the parts. It is more. Way more… Yes. It is most certainly the best of the best. by John Curnow, Sail-World.com AUS Editor Posted 15 Dec 22:00 NZDT Warren Jones International Match Race Preview Warren Jones International Match Race Preview 12 skippers have now been confirmed for the Grade 2 event Royal Freshwater Bay Yacht Club (RFBYC) is pleased to announce that 12 skippers have now been confirmed for the Grade 2 2026 Warren Jones International Match Racing Regatta for Under 25-year-olds. by Royal Freshwater Bay Yacht Club Posted 15 Dec 21:33 NZDT Behind the Scenes: Auckland Wooden Boat Festival Behind the Scenes: Auckland Wooden Boat Festival Get your expression of interest in now. A look at who is behind the scenes. How boats are selected. Get your expression of interest in now for the Auckland Wooden Boat Festival. A look at who is behind the scenes. How boats are selected for the Show. by Auckland Wooden Boat Festival Posted 15 Dec 16:40 NZDT The Famous Project CIC Jules Verne Trophy Day 15 The Famous Project CIC Jules Verne Trophy Day 15 A stubborn mainsail hook aboard the IDEC SPORT maxi trimaran A wounded IDEC SPORT maxi trimaran, mainsail blocked at the second reef. 16,800 miles (31,114 km) to go, handicapped, on the most hostile oceans on the planet. by Agence TB Press Posted 15 Dec 04:38 NZDT