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Kite-Surf season closes in Taíba
Experience the thrilling finale of the 2025 GKA Kite-Surf World Cup in Taíba, Brazil, featuring fierce competition and exhilarating action.
Waszp All-Stars Invitational
Join the inaugural WASZP All-Stars Invitational in Pensacola, Florida, on March 17-18, 2026, showcasing the world’s best dinghy foilers.
Sydney Short Ocean Racing Championship taking shape
Get ready for the 2025 Sydney Short Ocean Racing Championship at Middle Harbour Yacht Club with returning champions and exciting new contenders!
ARC+ 2025 starts in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Over 400 sailors embark on the ARC+ 2025 from Las Palmas to Cape Verde, kicking off an exciting transatlantic sailing adventure.
Performance Boating Sales named Jeanneau Sail Dealer of the Year 2025
Performance Boating Sales has been awarded Jeanneau Sail Dealer of the Year 2025, celebrating its dedication to the sailing community in Australia.
A-Cat Worlds – Ready to go
Excitement builds at the PredictWind A-Cat Worlds in Auckland as practice races show competitive spirit and rising stars like Jamie Jochhiem.
Finn world ranking November 2025 – Rob McMillan moves into top 10
Laurent Hay regains the top position in the Finn World Ranking as of November 2025 after a series of impressive wins, including at the International Finn Cup in Malcesine.
The “Sharps” Class40 in the Globe40 – Barco Brasil take the lead in La Reunion
BARCO BRASIL leads the Class40 ‘Sharps’ in the GLOBE40, finishing in Reunion after a remarkable race from Cape Verde.
18ft Skiffs – Sixt Spring Champs – Race 5
Yandoo dominantly wins Race 5 of the Sixt Spring Championship on Sydney Harbour, showcasing incredible sailing prowess in strong winds.
Australian Superyacht Conference returns in 2026 with a new format and focus
The Australian Superyacht Conference returns in Sydney in 2026, offering deeper industry engagement and insight into the sector’s future.
Geotherm handles wild weather to claim 12ft Skiff Paramatta River Championship
Geotherm triumphs in the wild weather at the Parramatta River Championship, securing a 54-second victory in the 12ft Skiff class.
2027 Admiral’s Cup NOR published
The Royal Ocean Racing Club announces the 2027 Admiral’s Cup, inviting yacht clubs worldwide to compete in Cowes from July 13–28.
Queens of Buckingham skiff team
Introducing the all-ladies team sailing the pink-hued Queens of Buckingham in the Manly 16ft fleet, fostering female participation in sailing.
Imoca podium completed on the Transat Café L’Or Le Havre Normandie
The TRANSAT CAFÉ L’OR completes its podium in Martinique as Jérémie Beyou wins the IMOCA class in an exciting finish.
Skippers & Sunrise Sails – Unusual Paths After Getting Your QLD Licence
There’s a sense of freedom that comes with earning your Queensland boating licence. The horizon suddenly feels wider, the ocean breeze more inviting, and the possibilities — endless
18ft Skiffs – History-making day for the “League” 18 Footers
Historic wins by female skippers Tash Bryant and Bec Hancock at the Australian 18 Footers League on Sydney Harbour, marking a significant day in sailing.
Viabilis Oceans win the Ocean Fifty class in TRANSAT CAFÉ L’OR
Baptiste Hulin and Thomas Rouxel clinched victory in the Ocean Fifty class of the TRANSAT CAFÉ L’OR Le Havre Normandie 2025, crossing the finish line in Fort-de-France.
2025 J/70 NSW State Titles
Catch the highlights from the 2025 NSW State Championships in sailing, showcasing thrilling races and expert competitors in the J/70 class.
Offshore sailors Justine Mettraux and Charlie Dalin named 2025 Rolex Sailors of the Year
Justine Mettraux and Charlie Dalin of France are crowned 2025 Rolex Sailors of the Year at the World Sailing Awards in Dun Laoghaire, Ireland.
SVR-Lazartigue win ULTIM division of the TRANSAT CAFÉ L’OR
Tom Laperche and Franck Cammas win the ULTIM division of the TRANSAT CAFÉ L’OR Le Havre Normandie 2025, arriving first in Fort-de-France.
WingFoil Winners crowned in Abu Dhabi final shootouts
Catch the latest sailing news as Nia Suardiaz wins her third FreeFly-Slalom title, and Bastien Escofet earns his first glory in Abu Dhabi.
Entries open for Hamilton Island Race Week 2026 with early bird rates
Entries for the 2026 Hamilton Island Race Week are now open, featuring Australia’s largest offshore regatta in the stunning Great Barrier Reef.
Focus on the Globe40 preparers!
Explore insights on the Globe40 sailing event as we focus on its preparers and their crucial roles in this exciting adventure.
Inverloch Wooden Boat Regatta – entries now open
Join the 12th annual Classic Dinghy Regatta at Inverloch on February 14-15, 2026, for sailing and socializing at the South Gippsland Yacht Club!
IACA A-Cat Worlds Preview
Get ready for the A-Class Cat Worlds kicking off in Auckland on November 8, featuring thrilling competition and talented sailors.
SailGP – New Racing on the Edge episode lands
Discover the latest episode of Racing on the Edge, highlighting the intense competition in SailGP’s European doubleheader before the Abu Dhabi Grand Final.
Red Hot sailing for Scarlet Runner in Melbourne to Devonport Yacht Race
Scarlet Runner clinches victory in Melbourne to Devonport Yacht Race, winning the prestigious Rudder Cup amidst calm Bass Strait conditions.
2025 Top Gun catamaran regatta
Experience the thrilling Top Gun Catamaran Regatta at Kurnell Catamaran Club, Botany Bay, on November 1-2, 2025, with fierce competition and lively spirits.
2025 Optimist Asian & Oceanian Championships
Thailand crowned champion and Singapore dominated the podium at the 2025 Optimist Asian & Oceanian Championship held in Oman.
MGR2025 – Struggling to Cape Town!
Catch the latest updates on the tough challenges facing sailors in the Mini Globe Race as they battle fierce storms from Mauritius to Durban.
Transat Café l’Or – Not getting any easier
The Transat Café L’OR faces challenges as weather complicates the race to Martinique for the four classes in this iconic sailing event.
18ft Skiffs – Club Champs #2 & SIXT Spring Champs #4
Tash Bryant makes history as the first female skipper to win a Club Championship race at the 18ft Skiffs event on Sydney Harbour.
Transat Café l’Or – Phase two
The TRANSAT CAFÉ L’OR features 37 Class40s racing from La Coruña to Martinique, facing tactical challenges and unpredictable weather.
Belgium Ocean Racing – Curium wins the record-breaking stage
Belgium Ocean Racing’s Curium wins the record-breaking stage of the GLOBE40 2025/2026, finishing in Reunion Island after a thrilling 29 days of racing.
Approval of Performance Sailcraft Australia reinstated
PSA continues as an ILCA-approved Builder under the ILCA Class Rules. ILCA’s 28 August 2025 announcement to the contrary is to be disregarded.
Transat Café l’Or – Re-starts
The TRANSAT CAFÉ L’OR re-starts in La Coruña for Class40 and IMOCA sailors after previous challenges, with leaders positioning for optimal racing.
2025 World Sailing Annual Conference gets underway in Dún Laoghaire
The 2025 World Sailing Annual Conference begins in Dún Laoghaire, Ireland, gathering global leaders to shape the future of sailing.
WingFoil title contenders open with faltering starts in Abu Dhabi
Reigning FreeFly-Slalom world champions faced mixed fortunes at the opening day of competition in Fuerte on the world tour.
A record-breaking 29er EuroCup season ends in Riva del Garda
The 2025 29er EuroCup concluded with a record 400 teams at Lake Garda, featuring thrilling races and a victory for the French duo in Riva del Garda.
