Palm Beach XI Takes Flight
Palm Beach XI successfully validated her radical new C-foil configuration, reaching 29 knots of boat speed in a beautiful 22-knot nor’easter on the iconic Sydney Harbour.
#palmbeachmotoryachts #sydneyharbour #palmbeachxi
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Grand Soleil Cup Australia – Pittwater
The overall winner, Lee Hawksley on Andiamo (GS40), received an incredible prize: a hosted trip to the International Grand Soleil Cup at the prestigious Yacht Club Costa Smeralda (YCCS) in Porto Cervo, Sardinia
#Sydneymarinebrokerage #rpayc
Three months to go – Can the Women and Youth sailors win in Sardinia?
Three months remain until the Louis Vuitton America’s Cup Preliminary Regatta in Sardinia, where Women & Youth sailors aim to make their mark alongside elite teams.
#AmericasCup #SailingAustralia #Sardinia2026
The Sofia, in mixed mode
Join the action at the 55th Trofeo Princesa Sofía Mallorca, featuring mixed Olympic sailing events in Palma from March 27 to April 4, 2026.
@TrofeoPrincesaSofia #TrofeoSofia #Sailing #MixedCrew #470 #Nacra17
Records crown RORC Nelson’s Cup finale
The RORC Nelson’s Cup Series concluded with the Antigua 360 race; highlights include record-breaking performances and thrilling competition on the water.
#NelsonsCup #Caribbean600 @RORCracing
2026 Bellerive Regatta
Catch the thrilling action of the 2026 Banjo’s Shoreline Crown Series in Bellerive, showcasing top sailors on the River Derwent in ideal conditions.
#SailingAustralia #BelleriveRegatta #SailingNews
Geographe Bay Race Week – Day 4
Geographe Bay Race Week Day 4 kicked off with light winds, exciting racing, and a beautiful afternoon seabreeze for all divisions in Busselton, Australia.
#GeographeBayRaceWeek #TP72Imagery #SailingAustralia
Mark Richards to deliver closing keynote at Marinas26 International Conference & Trade
Mark Richards to deliver the Closing Keynote at Marinas26 on the Gold Coast, offering insights on marine innovation and marina evolution for future boaters.
#AustralianSailing #Marinas26 #OceanRacing
Entries are open for the 2026 PIC Harbour Classic
Join the PIC Harbour Classic on 20-21 March 2026 for an exciting sailing weekend, featuring fun activities and great camaraderie!
#piccoastalclassic #HarbourClassic #PIC
NOR published for 2026 29er World Champs in Kiel
Entries for the 2026 29er World Championships in Kiel, Germany are now for young sailors to compete in July at the Olympic Sailing Centre on Kiel Fjord.
#Int29erclass #29erWorlds #SailingKiel
Rafa Trujillo inducted into the Finn Class Hall of Fame
Rafa Trujillo has joined the Finn Class Hall of Fame at the Porsche Centre Brisbane 2026 Finn Gold Cup, celebrating his remarkable sailing achievements.
#finnsailing #finnclass
Come-from-behind IMA maxi victory for Leopard 3 in RORC Nelson’s Cup
Leopard 3 claims a come-from-behind victory in the IMA maxi class at the RORC Nelson’s Cup in Antigua, showcasing thrilling competitive sailing action!
@RoyalOceanRacingClub #Leopard3 #RORCracing #Caribbean600
18ft Skiffs – Club Champs & Season Point Score
The Australian 18 Footers League final race of the Club Championship offers teams one last chance to prepare for the JJ Giltinan 18ft Skiff World Championship in Sydney Harbour.
#18skiff #sailmedia #18Footers
Alessandro Marega becomes first Italian to win Finn Gold Cup
Alessandro Marega makes history as the first Italian winner of the 2026 Finn Gold Cup, held in Brisbane, Australia, showcasing world-class sailing talent.
#finnsailing #fgc #finngoldcup #finnclass #finn #sailing #worldsailingofficial
How times are changing – and fast
Red Pumps Red is on the verge of making history at Manly 16ft Skiff Club, with Zoe Dransfield aiming to become the first female skipper to win the championship.
#SailingAustralia #Manly16ftSkiffClub #WomenInSailing
Tasmanian Sabre sailors set for state championship in Hobart this weekend
Tasmanian Sabre sailors prepare for the 2026 State Championship in Hobart, promising thrilling racing this weekend on the River Derwent!
#BelleriveYachtClub #Sailing #Tasmania #SabreChampionship
Magnetic Island Race Week – On your mark. Get set
Get ready for the 2026 SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week, with entries opening March 2nd for this popular yachting event! Don’t miss out!
@SMIRW #miraceweek
Globe40 – The Horn Challenge
Valparaiso, Chile – GLOBE40 competitors set off to tackle the challenging Cape Horn leg on their journey to Recife, Brazil, amid fierce competition.
#SailingAustralia #GLOBE40 #CapeHorn
RORC Nelson’s Cup Series – Day 2
Day 2 of the RORC Nelson’s Cup Series saw thrilling competition off Antigua as teams navigated challenging waters with razor-thin finishes.
@RoyalOceanRacingClub #RORCracing #Sailing #NelsonsCup #Antigua
Conditions change and points tighten on penultimate day at Finn Gold Cup
Tensions rise at the Porsche Centre Brisbane 2026 Finn Gold Cup as Brendan Casey dominates with two wins, tightening the leaderboard before the final day.
#finnclass #fgc #finngoldcup #sailing #worldsailingofficial
2026 RORC Nelson’s Cup – Day 1
The 2026 RORC Nelson’s Cup kicks off in Antigua, showcasing squalls and sunshine as crews battle on opening day for vital points.
@RoyalOceanRacingClub #RORCracing #Antigua
Geographe Bay Race Week – Day 3
Exciting Day 3 at GBRW26 in Geographe Bay! Light winds challenge sportboats and Flying Fifteens, while chaos unfolds on the racecourse. #SailingAustralia #GeographeBay #SailingNews
The sunshine state finally warms to the Finn Gold Cup
Anders Pedersen leads after a sunny Day 3 at the Porsche Centre Brisbane 2026 Finn Gold Cup, with seven races completed.
#finnclass #fgc #finngoldcup #sailing #Australia
Gitana 18 – Maxi Edmond de Rothschild launched
The Gitana 18, a revolutionary flying Ultim trimaran, has been launched in Lorient, marking a new era in offshore racing design and performance.
#GitanaTeam2017 #SailingInnovation #OffshoreRacing #UltimTrimaran
Portimão confirmed to host the 2026 World Sailing Inclusion Championships
Portimão is set to host the 2026 World Sailing Inclusion Championships, featuring around 250 competitors from over 40 nations in October 2026.
#worldsailingofficial #InclusiveSailing #SailingChampionships
What to really look out for in Sardinia
Prepare for the Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup Preliminary Regatta in Sardinia, where the Kiwis and Italians will lead the battle for dominance on the water.
#AmericasCup #SailingAustralia #SardiniaSailing
Championships lure players to Sydney Harbour Regatta
Join the excitement at the 2026 Nautilus Marine Insurance Sydney Harbour Regatta, featuring major championships and a competitive fleet of yachts! #SailingAustralia #SydneyHarbour #Regatta
Victorian women keelboat sailors “Balance the Scales” for IWD 2026
Victorian women keelboat sailors gear up for IWD 2026, with events aimed at promoting equality and participation in sailing across Australia.
#WomensSailing #IWD2026 #SailAustralia
When the going gets tough, the Finns get going
Norwegian sailor Anders Pedersen dominates Day 2 of the 2026 Finn Gold Cup in Brisbane, Australia, winning both races in challenging conditions.
#finnclass #finngoldcup #sailing #Australiansailing
Geographe Bay Raceweek – Day 2
Day 2 of Geographe Bay Raceweek 2026 saw thrilling racing with 20+ knots of breeze as all fleets battled it out on the water.
#GeographeBayRaceweek #SailingAustralia #MaritimeAdventures
Globe40 – Free Dom arrive in Valparaíso
Witness the remarkable journey of Class40 Freedom as it overcomes challenges to reach Valparaíso, proving that perseverance knows no bounds in sailing adventures.
#SailingAustralia #Globe40 #Class40
18ft Skiffs – Season Point Score – Race 19
Yandoo clinches victory in Race 19 of the Australian 18 Footers League on Sydney Harbour despite tough conditions.
#18Skiff #18footers #sailmedia #AustralianSailing #SailingNews
Brutal opening day for 2026 Finn Gold Cup
Anders Pedersen shines on a challenging opening day of the 2026 Finn Gold Cup in Brisbane, conquering tough conditions with two race wins.
#finnsailing #fgc #finngoldcup #finnclass #finn #sailing #worldsailingofficial
New ORC champions and other winners declared at Pantaenius Pittwater Regatta
The 2026 Pantaenius Pittwater Regatta crowned new ORC champions after intense racing at Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club despite challenging conditions.
@pantaenius #sydneymarinebrokerage #YachtingAustralia #PittwaterRegatta #ORCChampionships #RoyalPrinceAlfredYachtClub
Aussies claim victory at Auckland SailGP for a second time
The BONDS Flying Roos secure back-to-back victories at the New Zealand Sail Grand Prix, preparing for an exciting homecoming in Sydney Harbour soon!
#SailGP #sailgpaus #bondsflyingroos
Split fleet format for Day 2 at SailGP in Auckland
For day two of the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix in Auckland, SailGP is giving the fleet a little more breathing room – adopting a split-fleet format
#SailGP #sailgpaus #NewZealandSailGrandPrix
Pantaenius Pittwater Regatta – Crazy conditions – but it worked!
The 2026 Pantaenius Pittwater Regatta continues with thrilling racing despite tricky conditions, showcasing top competitors from the NSW ORC Championship.
#RPAYC #Pantaenius_australia #SydneyMarineBrokerage #PittwaterRegatta #SailingAustralia #ORCChampionship
Major crash takes NZ and France out of New Zealand SailGP
Tragedy struck at the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix in Auckland as a collision sidelined both France and New Zealand teams on Waitematā Harbour.
#SailGP #SailGPNZL #SailGPFRA #AucklandSailing #SailingNews
18ft Skiffs – Shaw and Partners Financial Services
Shaw and Partners leads the charge for Australia’s 18ft skiff teams in the 2026 Giltinan World Championship on Sydney Harbour, aiming for victory!
#18footers #18Skiff #sailmedia #livesaildie #GiltinanChampionship #SydneyHarbour
Meet Tom Slingsby & The Bonds Flying Roos
Join the BONDS Flying Roos in Sydney for a meet and greet with stars like Tom Slingsby at Westfield Warringah Mall on Feb 22! Don’t miss out!
#BondsFlyingRoos #SailGP #SailingNews
