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Long Beach Olympic Classes Regatta Day 4
ILCA 6 & 7, Men's & Women's Formula Kite and 470 Mixed Teams Wrap Up
© Simone Staff
Tom Gillard surpasses dad Alan's record
At the Noble Marine Golden Jubilee Streaker Nationals
© Paul Sanwell / OPP
Double Double
Big events, and even bigger results!
© Rolex / Carlo Borlenghi
Enzo Balanger wins Moth Worlds
Malcesine crowns the new champion
© Martina Orsini
Double win for Brits in Aarhus
At the 2025 iQFOiL World Championships
© Sailing Energy / iQFOiL Class
Admiral's Cup 2025 | Welcome from Cowes
Admiral's Cup 2025 | Welcome from Cowes
Bow Caddy Media provide an introduction and interview with Shane Guanaria from Zen
Ahead of the first race, Crosbie Lorimer provides an introduction and interviews Shane Guanaria from Zen
by Bow Caddy Media
Posted 19 Jul 00:12 BST
Aussies hunt 'Ashes on Water' win
Aussies hunt 'Ashes on Water' win
The BONDS Flying Roos are looking to bounce back with a vengeance in Portsmouth
Fresh off a bruising weekend in New York, the BONDS Flying Roos are looking to bounce back with a vengeance as they take on long time rivals Great Britain in their home waters at the Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix, held in Portsmouth.
by BONDS Flying Roos
Posted 18 Jul 22:27 BST
4 Ultim rocketships to contest Rolex Fastnet Race
4 Ultim rocketships to contest Rolex Fastnet Race
The giant 32m long by 23m wide flying trimarans are taking part in the 100th anniversary edition
While the 50ft flying catamarans competing at SailGP Portsmouth this weekend will be impressive, charging out of the opposite western end of the Solent will be giant 32m long by 23m wide flying Ultim trimarans taking part in the 100th anniversary edition.
by James Boyd / RORC
Posted 18 Jul 19:44 BST
SailGP comes to Portsmouth!
SailGP comes to Portsmouth!
We speak to the sailors ahead of the weekend
The Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix | Portsmouth takes place this weekend, with the 12 teams competing in F50 catamarans close to the waterfront, where a massive grandstand has been built for the spectators.
by Mark Jardine
Posted 18 Jul 18:41 BST
SailGP: No practice racing at Portsmouth
SailGP: No practice racing at Portsmouth
The Practice Race was a fizzer, however the future of the SailGP fleet development was revealed.
The scheduled Practice Day failed to fire at SailGP Portsmouth, after the forecast, admittedly light, breeze failed to male an appearance. The self propelled start marks were making a much better speed than the F50s.
by Richard Gladwell at Portsmouth
Posted 18 Jul 17:14 BST
Next RYA Connected Webinar: Keeping Sailing Safe
Next RYA Connected Webinar: Keeping Sailing Safe
Creating Policies and Getting Criminal Records Checks Right
Join us on Monday the 28th July at 7pm for our next Connected Webinar - Keeping Sailing Safe: Creating Policies and Getting Criminal Records Checks Right.
by Gareth Brookes
Posted 18 Jul 16:00 BST
Elite Training at New Sailing Centre
Elite Training at New Sailing Centre
Canash Beach, St Vincent, hosts international sailors
The SVG Sailing Association held a successful High Performance Race Training Clinic, at the newly established High Performance Centre at Canash Beach, St Vincent. The four-day event ran from July 13th to 16th.
by SVG Sailing Association
Posted 18 Jul 14:51 BST
McIntyre Mini Globe Race Leg 3 Preview
McIntyre Mini Globe Race Leg 3 Preview
The race to South Africa starts from Vuda Marina Fiji on 26th July
In a world-first sailing challenge, 15 solo sailors from eight countries are navigating identical 5.8-meter (19-foot) self-built plywood yachts around the globe— The fleet has enjoyed a five week stopover in Fiji at the end of Leg 2.
by McIntyre Mini Globe Race
Posted 18 Jul 14:25 BST
Third time Finn World No.1 for Alessandro Marega
Third time Finn World No.1 for Alessandro Marega
Maintaining the top spot in the Finn World Ranking List
Italy's Alessandro Marega maintains the top spot in the Finn World Ranking List for the third consecutive release. He remains World No. 1 with an 80-point lead over France's Laurent Hay.
by Robert Deaves
Posted 18 Jul 14:18 BST
Comets at Shustoke
Comets at Shustoke
Sunscreen was applied liberally and hydration levels were questioned
Shustoke Sailing Club hosted its Comet Open on Sunday 13th July under blazing skies and soaring temperatures as the summer heatwave showed no signs of abating. Sunscreen was applied liberally and hydration levels were questioned.
by Dave Turtle
Posted 18 Jul 14:10 BST
OK Nationals at Dabchicks overall
OK Nationals at Dabchicks overall
Oli Davenport wins on West Mersea island
Thirty OKs gathered at Dabchicks SC on West Mersea island from 12th-15th July for the 2025 OK Dinghy National Championships. With the European Championships having been held just a week or so earlier some notable sailors were absent.
by Karen Robertson
Posted 18 Jul 13:36 BST
Mengeham Rythe Sailing Club celebrates 75 years
Mengeham Rythe Sailing Club celebrates 75 years
On a sun-drenched weekend in late June, Mengeham Creek came alive with celebration
On a sun-drenched weekend in late June, Mengeham Creek came alive with celebration.
by Cat Dawtrey
Posted 18 Jul 13:05 BST
The International Moths are back in Torquay
The International Moths are back in Torquay
For their UK Nationals in September
The Royal Torbay Yacht Club is pleased to announce that the prestigious International Moth National Championship will be held in Torquay from September 3rd - 7th 2025.
by Bob Penfold
Posted 18 Jul 11:48 BST
World Sailing Nations Cup to make grand return
World Sailing Nations Cup to make grand return
After a seven-year hiatus, World Sailing has officially opened the bid process for host cities
After a seven-year hiatus, the World Sailing Nations Cup, the ultimate event to crown the world's top match-racing nations, is making its much-anticipated return.
by World Sailing
Posted 18 Jul 10:08 BST
Trophies arrive at RNIYC in advance of Eurocup
Trophies arrive at RNIYC in advance of Eurocup
RS400 UK & Irish National Championship starts in just over a fortnight
Royal North of Ireland Yacht Club took delivery of the prize ware for the upcoming RS400 Eurocup and UK/Irish Nationals 3rd-8th August.
by Gerry Reid
Posted 18 Jul 09:46 BST
2025 WASZP Pre-Games in Weymouth Day 2
2025 WASZP Pre-Games in Weymouth Day 2
A classic British summer's day as sailors launched beneath a blanket of grey cloud and drizzle
The second day of the WASZP Pre-Games served up a classic British summer's day as sailors launched beneath a blanket of grey cloud and with a hug of fresh drizzle.
by Nicola Hoyle
Posted 18 Jul 06:24 BST
Moth take a big step forward at Garda Worlds
Moth take a big step forward at Garda Worlds
The just concluded Int Moth Worlds at Lake Garda, Italy were technically much more complex than NZ
The just concluded Int Moth Worlds at Lake Garda, Italy were technically much more complex than the 2024 World Championship, held just six months ago in New Zealand.
by Richard Gladwell
Posted 18 Jul 00:26 BST
Dates set for 2026 Congressional Cup & Ficker Cup
Dates set for 2026 Congressional Cup & Ficker Cup
2026 will mark the 61st edition of the iconic Congressional Cup event
The LBYC and World Match Racing Tour today announced the dates for the 2026 Long Beach Yacht Club Congressional Cup and Ficker Cup, both official stages of the World Match Racing Tour, the longest running global professional sailing series.
by World Match Racing Tour
Posted 17 Jul 23:54 BST
British Contender Association training at Oxford
British Contender Association training at Oxford
Aimed at those joining the fleet, as well as those working through the mid-fleet
Once again Oxford Sailing Club hosted the Contender class to allow them to iron out those boat handling, speed and tactical creases, that accumulate from the washing machine of club and open sailing.
by BCA
Posted 17 Jul 22:35 BST
Emirates GBR ready for battle
Emirates GBR ready for battle
As SailGP's fast and furious racing returns to UK shores this weekend
The Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix takes place in Portsmouth on 19/20 July, with 20,000 fans expected to line the shore at Southsea Common to witness 12 national teams compete in identical foiling 50ft catamarans.
by Emirates GBR SailGP Team
Posted 17 Jul 22:31 BST
Border Counties Midweek Sailing Series at Bala
Border Counties Midweek Sailing Series at Bala
24 boats of varying classes took to the waters of Llyn Tegid
Llyn Tegid saw the Border Counties Midweek Sailing Tuesday club return for another great day of sailing on this large lake winds were predicted and they didn't disappoint with a good breeze throughout the day.
by Dave Thomas
Posted 17 Jul 22:22 BST
Middle Sea Race fleet continues to build
Middle Sea Race fleet continues to build
Global fleet is equally diverse in terms of experience, with debutants and serial attendees
The 2025 Rolex Middle Sea Race is scheduled to start on Saturday, 18 October. Yachts ranging in size from 9.75 to 22 metres (32 to 72 feet) have entered so far representing 14 nations, including Australia, Argentina, China and the United States.
by Rolex Middle Sea Race Media
Posted 17 Jul 21:59 BST
Wayfarer Eastern Area Championship at Medway
Wayfarer Eastern Area Championship at Medway
Held in memory of Richard Stone
The Craftinsure UK Wayfarer National Circuit - Eastern Area Championships returned to Medway Yacht Club for the first time since 2023 over the weekend, drawing a strong contingent of visitors and fleet front-runners from across the country.
by Sam Pygall
Posted 17 Jul 21:29 BST
Admirals' Cup: Predictwind weather supplier
Admirals' Cup: Predictwind weather supplier
Predictwind champions diversity and empowers Women in Offshore Racing
PredictWind, a global leader in marine weather forecasting, is proud to announce its significant involvement in the upcoming Admiral's Cup 2025.
by Casey Hodges/Predictwind
Posted 17 Jul 18:02 BST
Ian Williams - Eight times WMRT champion
Ian Williams - Eight times WMRT champion
Shirley Robertson is joined by eight-time World Match Racing Champion Ian Williams
Shirley Robertson is joined by eight-time World Match Racing Champion Ian Williams, as the duo get together to discuss Williams' career at the sharp end of the most combative discipline in the sport of competitive sailing.
by Shirley Robertson
Posted 17 Jul 17:50 BST
Loch Long Week 2025 Preview
Loch Long Week 2025 Preview
64th edition to be held next week at Cove Sailing Club, Argyll
This year it is the turn of Cove Sailing Club, Argyll to host the annual sailing regatta for the 64th Loch Long One Design Class.
by Tom Walker
Posted 17 Jul 17:30 BST
Snipe Open at Stone
Snipe Open at Stone
The event saw competitors from several countries and representation from 3 continents
Saturday 12th July, the Snipe open at Stone began with 28 boats competing. The event saw competitors from several countries and representation from 3 continents. In the spirit of keeping competitors on their toes, a club line was used for the starts.
by Audrey Foley and Connor Line
Posted 17 Jul 16:53 BST
Performance Starts with the Right Cloth
Performance Starts with the Right Cloth
North Panel Laminate (NPL) sails combine advanced materials with precision engineering
Not all laminate sailcloth is created equal. North Panel Laminate (NPL) sails combine advanced materials with precision engineering to deliver lighter weight, better shape retention, and serious durability.
by North Sails
Posted 17 Jul 16:00 BST
Dart 15 National Championship at Bridlington
Dart 15 National Championship at Bridlington
42 competitors arrived to a very warm welcome from the Royal Yorkshire YC
A stellar weekend of champagne sailing for our first visit to Bridlington - the 2025 Dart 15 fleet Nationals sponsored by Noble Marine insurance really was a weekend to remember!
by Jenny Ball
Posted 17 Jul 15:47 BST
Protector RIBs keep pace with SailGP's high-speeds
Protector RIBs keep pace with SailGP's high-speeds
At Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix | Porsmouth
When SailGP returns to UK waters this weekend (19-20 July) for the much-anticipated Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix | Portsmouth, all eyes will be on the thrilling racing action on the Solent - and Protector RIBs will be right there keeping pace.
by Ancasta
Posted 17 Jul 14:30 BST
SailGP Technologies officially launches
SailGP Technologies officially launches
New center of excellence in technology & innovation in Southampton, UK
SailGP today marks the official opening of SailGP Technologies – the global racing championship's center of innovation, design, and engineering, based out of Southampton, UK.
by SailGP
Posted 17 Jul 13:34 BST
The WASZP Games: A decade in the making
The WASZP Games: A decade in the making
What was once a dream for the SailingFast team is now a reality!
The WASZP Games at the Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy (WPNSA) has been a decade in the making for Duncan & Emma Hepplewhite at SailingFast, so seeing it come to fruition is a proud moment for them and the team.
by Mark Jardine
Posted 17 Jul 12:05 BST
Sail Racing ORC A at Copa del Rey MAPFRE Preview
Sail Racing ORC A at Copa del Rey MAPFRE Preview
The most international class of the event is set for a fierce battle
Among those 33 teams from 15 different countries competing in the Sail Racing ORC A category are the defending champion, the current ClubSwan 42 world champion, and the team with the most overall victories in the history of the Copa del Rey MAPFRE.
by Copa del Rey MAPFRE
Posted 17 Jul 11:23 BST
Solos at Leigh-on-Sea
Solos at Leigh-on-Sea
Racing the day after the Vintage Championship
Six visiting soloists were greeted at Leigh on arrival with no water and a cool nor'eastery breeze bought on by a sun hidden under some high cloud. But as the morning heat increased so did the light breeze and the tide.
by Colin Walker
Posted 17 Jul 10:19 BST
Hong Kong to host 2027 Dragon World Championship
Hong Kong to host 2027 Dragon World Championship
Taking place from 21 to 29 November 2026
The Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club and the Sailing Federation of Hong Kong, China in partnership with the Hong Kong Dragon Association, is proud to announce that Hong Kong will host the 2027 Hong Kong Dragon World Championship from 21 to 29 November 2026.
by Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club
Posted 17 Jul 09:43 BST
2025 WASZP Pre-Games in Weymouth Day 1
2025 WASZP Pre-Games in Weymouth Day 1
Four races held for all flights in the sunshine
The WASZP Pre-Games got under way in Weymouth on Thursday with all the ingredients for a great day on the water: a steady WSW breeze, sunshine, and plenty of smiles heading out onto the racecourse in Portland Harbour.
by Nicola Hoyle
Posted 17 Jul 08:44 BST
Cape 31 Med Circuit arrives in Imperia for Round 4
Cape 31 Med Circuit arrives in Imperia for Round 4
Hosted by Porto Maurizio Yacht Club from 18–20 July
The Cape 31 Mediterranean Circuit returns this weekend with Round 4 in the coastal city of Imperia, hosted by Porto Maurizio Yacht Club from 18–20 July.
by Cape 31 Class
Posted 17 Jul 07:16 BST
Long Beach Olympic Classes Regatta day 4
Long Beach Olympic Classes Regatta day 4
ILCA 6 & 7, Men's & Women's Formula Kite and 470 Mixed Teams Wrap Up
The racing for the first 5 classes of the Long Beach Olympic Classes Regatta wrapped up with a twist in conditions and breeze just to mix it up for the competitors.
by Long Beach Yacht Club
Posted 17 Jul 06:17 BST
North West Junior Travellers at Bassenthwaite
North West Junior Travellers at Bassenthwaite
Including the RS Tera Northern Championship
38 boats headed to Costa del Bassenthwaite for the 7th round of the popular North West Junior Traveller Series and the 2025 RS Tera Northern Championship.
by Paul Allen
Posted 17 Jul 06:06 BST
J/70 Grand Slam 4 at Cowes
J/70 Grand Slam 4 at Cowes
Shorts, t shirts, sunshine and great racing
J/70 Grand Slam 4 was run by the Royal Yacht Squadron over the weekend of 12th & 13th July - the sun shone, shorts and t shirts, and 8 to 15 knots, - champagne sailing.
by William Edwards / J/70 UK Class
Posted 17 Jul 06:01 BST