Abu Dhabi to host first-ever GWA Wingfoil World Cup finale at Fahid Island
Join the inaugural GWA Wingfoil World Cup in Abu Dhabi from October 28 to November 2, showcasing top athletes and thrilling watersports action.
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12ft skiff season ready to launch
The NSW 12ft Skiff sailing season kicks off with the Upper Harbour Championship on October 25, leading to the Interdominion Championship in January 2026.
18ft skiffs – Sixt Spring Championship – Race 1
Strong winds force the abandonment of Race 1 in the SIXT Spring 18ft Skiff Championship on Sydney Harbour, impacting the 2025-26 sailing season.
Realteam Spirit wins in Geneva as Sails of Change 8 secures the 2025 TF35 trophy
Realteam Spirit clinches victory at the Geneva Grand Prix, showcasing excellence in the 2025 TF35 Trophy series with thrilling races.
Spaniards win the skiffs, British take the foiler
Spain’s Botin and Trittel win the 2025 49er World Championship in Cagliari, marking a historic victory under perfect sailing conditions.
Australian sailors deliver breakthrough performances at World Champs
Australian sailors achieve personal bests at the 2025 World Championships in Sardinia, showcasing their potential for LA 2028.
Realteam Spirit takes narrow lead at TF35 Geneva Grand Prix
Realteam Spirit takes the lead on Day 2 of the TF35 Geneva Grand Prix, showcasing thrilling racing on Lake Geneva with strong competition and exciting finishes.
Veterans school the Newbies on a swell day in Cagliari
Brin Liddell and Rhiannon Brown of Australia recorded the Nacra17 fleet-low daily total with 2-2-7
Drama and close battles mark opening day of the TF35 Geneva Grand Prix
The TF35 Geneva Grand Prix kicked off with thrilling races on Lake Geneva, showcasing fierce competition amidst dramatic moments.
SailGP stars do a “Max Verstappen” to take control of the 49er Worlds
Diego Botín and Florian Trittel lead the 49er World Championship in Cagliari, showcasing their dominance and aiming for their first title.
LGT Wealth Management Australia Cup kicks off this weekend – live coverage
The LGT Wealth Management Australia Cup begins this weekend at the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia, featuring TP52s and Super 40s on Sydney Harbour.
New leaders in all three fleet at the halfway stage of the World Championships
Day 3 of the sailing championships in Sardinia sees Sweden, Australia, and Italy rise to the top with exciting races in the 49er and Nacra 17 classes.
Galateia claims 2025 IMA Mediterranean Maxi Inshore Challenge
Galateia triumphs at the 2025 IMA Mediterranean Maxi Inshore Challenge during Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez, ending Wallyño’s winning streak.
18ft Skiffs – SailMedia livestream
Catch the thrilling start of the 2025-26 Australian 18 Footers League season on Sydney Harbour this Sunday with live coverage by SailMedia.
RSYS hosts elite female sailors to coach over 130 Women on the Water
The Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron hosted the 6th annual Ladies of the Sea Coaching Regatta, empowering over 130 female sailors to enhance their skills.
Sick performance by Norway in the FX
Norway leads the women’s skiff at the 49er FX World Championships, showcasing a thrilling competition with close rivalries among top teams.
Racing analysed and driver reactions – your Cádiz recap
Emirates GBR clinches a thrilling victory in Cádiz, securing their place in the SailGP 2025 Grand Final with an unforgettable performance.
Spain top of the pack in 49er & 49erFX, GBR leads Nacra17
Spain leads the 49er and 49erFX classes, while GBR tops the Nacra 17 division on an exciting opening day at the Worlds in Cagliari.
2026 National Sailing Event in Lake Macquarie announces naming partner
Belmont 16s Sailing Club will host the 2026 Skelcon Australian Skiff Championships in Lake Macquarie, showcasing elite 16ft and 13ft skiff racing.
18ft skiffs – John ‘Woody’ Winning, 50 years in the 18s
Discover John ‘Woody’ Winning’s 50-year legacy in 18ft Skiff racing on Sydney Harbour, celebrating his impact and ongoing contributions to the sport.
Australian Sailing Team set to take on the world in Cagliari
The Australian Sailing Team gears up for the 49er, 49erFX, and Nacra 17 World Championships in Cagliari, aiming for a strong finish to the European season.
Breiana Whitehead finishes fifth at Formula Kite World Championships
Breiana Whitehead secures fifth place at the 2025 Formula Kite World Championships in Sardinia, showcasing her skills against elite competition.
Brutal Sunday setback fuels Aussies as Grand Final race tightens
Tom Slingsby remains optimistic despite setbacks as the BONDS Flying Roos aim for the Grand Final in Abu Dhabi after a challenging SailGP event in Cadiz.
Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez – A finale filled with contrasts
Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez concludes with thrilling races and celebrations, showcasing the best of Maxi and Modern yachts in stunning Pampelonne Bay.
Kampman & Pianosi on match point for their first World Titles
Jessie Kampman and Riccardo Pianosi are on match point for their first world titles at the 2025 Formula Kite Worlds in Quartu Sant’Elena, Sardinia.
36 umpire penalties shake Spain SailGP – Australia settles for sixth
Australia faces a chaotic start with 36 penalties at the Spain Sail Grand Prix, finishing sixth after a rollercoaster day in Cádiz.
RS21 World Championship 2025 in Porto Rotondo
Explore the highlights of the RS21 World Championship 2025 in Porto Rotondo, featuring fierce competition and stunning racing moments.
Aussies take Spanish boat for a spin, all eyes on Grand Final
The BONDS Flying Roos warn rivals ahead of the DP World Spain Sail Grand Prix in Cadiz, as they aim for a fourth Championship title.
Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez – Sun, spray and suspense
Experience the thrilling finale of Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez 2025, where classic and modern yachts battle for glory in idyllic Mediterranean conditions.
52 Super Series
The 52 SUPER SERIES announces two exhilarating regattas in Lanzarote, Canary Islands, set for the 2026 season, enhancing the grand prix sailing circuit.
Manly 16s Club Championship heats 1, 2 Women on the Move
Georgia Clancy makes history as the first female director at Manly 16ft Skiff Club while competing in the club championships.
Fresh energy for Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta
The Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta returns on January 26, 2026, celebrating New Zealand’s maritime culture with exciting new features.
Formula Kite – Kampman & Maeder lead after four races
Jessie Kampman and Max Maeder lead after four races at the Formula Kite World Championships in Sardinia, showcasing thrilling competitive action.
Australians ready for Formula Kite World Championships in Sardinia
Queenslanders Breiana Whitehead and Oscar Timm gear up for the Formula Kite World Championships at Poetto Beach, Sardinia, from September 30 to October 5.
SailGP goes into Overdrive – record speeds – epic crashes – unreal comebacks
Experience the thrilling chaos of the Germany Sail Grand Prix in Sassnitz, featuring record speeds and unforgettable comebacks!
Champions crowned as the 2025 ILCA Master Worlds conclude in Formia
The 2025 ILCA Master World Championships have concluded in Formia, Italy, with Aussie sailors winning 4 Gold Medals
Nefeli (Overall) and Zhik Race Team (Corinthian) are the new Melges 24 World Champions
Peter Karrie’s NEFELI clinches victory at the thrilling Melges 24 World Championship 2025 in Trieste, Italy, amidst fierce competition and strong winds.
Allegra takes Multihull Cup 2025 title as Falcon takes flight in final race
Allegra wins the Multihull Cup 2025 after a stellar performance, while Falcon claims the final race victory in a competitive coastal showdown.
Sails of Change 8 secures fourth regatta and season victory
Sails of Change 8 clinches victory at the TF35 Crans Grand Prix after a thrilling weekend of racing with challenging conditions.
Ghio & Spanu are the Formula Wing World Champions
Mathis Ghio and Maddalena Spanu triumph as the first ever Formula Wing World Champions in Cagliari, Sardinia, amidst thrilling competition.
