Australian Sailing has announced the team members selected to represent Australia at the 2026 Youth Sailing World Championships, scheduled to take place in Vilamoura, Portugal, from 11 to 19 December 2026. The selected sailors were officially welcomed during a recent briefing attended by Australian Sailing Chief Executive Officer Malcolm Page OAM, coaches, support staff, and fellow team members, marking the beginning of their preparations for the event.
During the briefing, Page congratulated the sailors on their achievement, stating, “Selection to represent Australia at the Youth Sailing World Championships is a significant achievement and reflects the dedication and commitment these sailors have shown throughout their development in our sport.” He also emphasised that the championships offer a unique opportunity for young sailors to challenge themselves, learn from expert coaches, and create lasting memories.
The confirmed members of the 2026 Australian Youth Sailing Team include:
**iQFOiL Male**
Jack Brazier – Fremantle Sailing Club (WA)
**ILCA 6 Male**
Jasper Stay – Fremantle Sailing Club / Royal Freshwater Bay Yacht Club (WA)
**ILCA 6 Female**
Caterina Meyer – Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron (QLD)
**420 Male/Mixed**
Aaveer Patil-Chaudhari – Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club (NSW)
Olivia Lee – Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club (NSW)
**420 Female**
Victoria Lin – Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club
Annabelle Sampson – Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club (NSW)
**29er Male/Mixed**
Hamish Skelton – Belmont 16ft Sailing Club (NSW)
Joel Beashel – Belmont 16ft Sailing Club (NSW)
**29er Female**
Alice Travlos – Royal Freshwater Bay Yacht Club (WA)
Klara Travlos – Royal Freshwater Bay Yacht Club (WA)
**Nacra 15 Mixed**
Henri Bellanger – Walpole Yacht Club (WA)
Mia Waters – Esperance Bay Yacht Club (WA)
**Team Coaches and Support Staff**
Brady Lowe – Head Coach
Hayley Clark – Coach
Rob Brewer – Coach
Dante Oliveri – Coach
Ian Leeson – Team Leader
Following the welcome, the sailors will engage in virtual sessions leading up to the championships, covering essential information on travel, logistics, team expectations, and event preparation. They will also continue their on-water training at their home clubs under the guidance of their respective coaches, highlighting the vital role of clubs in nurturing youth sailors.
The team is set to depart for Portugal in early December.
Michael Martin – Head of Marketing and Communications, Australian Sailing
**About the Youth Sailing World Championships**
The Youth Sailing World Championships is World Sailing’s premier international youth event, uniting young sailors from around the globe to compete in various classes and disciplines. Beyond the competitive aspect, the event fosters independence, resilience, cultural exchange, and lifelong friendships in the global sailing community. For many participants, this championship represents a significant milestone in their sailing journey.
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