Cork Week 2026 – Final Report
Sam Laidlaw’s BLT dominated Cork Week, winning all eight races to claim the prestigious Kinsale Kettle and the best overseas entry award.
#VolvoCorkWeek #Sailing #Regatta #KinsaleKettle
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Drheam-Cup/Grand Prix de France de Course au Large
The DRHEAM CUP kicked off in Cherbourg-en-Cotentin with 106 boats enjoying optimal sailing conditions in this thrilling offshore race.
@drheamcup #drheam_cup #Cherbourg #OffshoreRacing #RouteDuRhum
ETNZ take their first flight in the Bay of Naples
Emirates Team New Zealand completes first training session in Naples ahead of the 2027 America’s Cup.
#EmiratesTeamNZ #AmericasCup #sailing #BayofNaples #AC40
Finn Masters head to Mar Menor for Euros
Finn fleet returns to Mar Menor for the 2026 European Masters Championships. Entry now open.
#InternationalFinnClass #FinnClass #MarMenor #EuropeanMasters
One year to the Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup match in Naples
Emirates Team New Zealand trains in Naples ahead of the exciting Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup Preliminary Regatta from 24-27 September.
#AmericasCup #LouisVuitton #SailingNews #EmiratesTeamNZ #Naples
29er Worlds Kiel – France takes the title
France claims victory at the 29er World Championship in a thrilling final day at Kiel.
@Int29erclass #29erWorldChampionship #international29er
Day 4 – Kiwis fly in the light stuff as the elimination battles heat up
On Day 4 of the 49er elimination series, Kiwis excelled in light conditions, showcasing tactical brilliance and solidifying their lead.
#BalticChampionship #Nacra17Sailing #49erSailing
Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez – A benchmark for excellence
The 2026 Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez promises thrilling racing with over 250 yachts in stunning southern France, showcasing the best of yachting heritage.
@VoilesDeSaintTropezOfficiel #LesVoiles #SaintTropez
Alexia Barrier set to become the first woman to compete in the ULTIM division
Alexia Barrier breaks barriers as the first woman to helm an ULTIM trimaran in the 2026 Route du Rhum, setting a new standard in sailing history.
#AlexiaBarrier #routedurhum.officiel #ULTIM #route_du_rhum #WomenInSailing
Day 3: Light, shifty and technical — the Baltic changes the game
Eckernförde’s Day 3 saw lighter winds challenge sailors, highlighting patience and skill in the 49er class as Grummett & Hawes maintain their lead.
#BalticChampionship #Nacra17Sailing #49erSailing
All nations confirmed for the Team Racing World Championship 2026
All 12 nations confirmed for the 2026 Team Racing World Championship in Stockholm, showcasing the best in keelboat racing from August 12-16.
#worldsailingofficial #TeamRacing #SailingChampionship #Stockholm2026 #KeelboatRacing
Wingfoil World Cup debuts in Calabria, Italy
The Wingfoil World Cup kicks off in Calabria, showcasing top riders like Kamil Manowiecki and Francesco Cappuzzo in thrilling competition.
#WingfoilWorldCup #Calabria #Sailing #WingfoilRacing #Gizzeria
Australian Sailing announces team for 2026 Youth Sailing World Championships
Australian Sailing reveals the team for the 2026 Youth Sailing World Championships in Portugal, highlighting selected sailors and preparations.
#YouthSailing #AustralianSailing #SailingWorldChampionships #SailingTeam #Vilamoura
Day 2 – Early starts, long sails and a full day of racing in Eckernförde
Day 2 of the 2026 European Championship saw thrilling racing in Eckernförde, with strong performances from the 49er and Nacra 17 fleets.
#BalticChampionship #Nacra17Sailing #49erSailing
Hobart ready to welcome Australia’s best young team sailors
The Australian Secondary Schools Teams Racing Championships kicks off in Hobart this week, showcasing young sailing talent from across the nation.
#Sailing #Hobart #TeamRacing #YouthSailing #Australia
First finishers arrive at the Aegean 600
The AEGEAN 600 sees first finishers, with Claudio Demartis’s PROSECCO DOC SHOCKWAVE 3 taking the lead in a thrilling race against the Meltemi winds.
#AEGEAN600 #HellenicOffshoreRacingClub #yachtracing #Meltemi
The Baltic turns it on in Eckernförde
Day 1 of the 2026 European Championship in Eckernförde showcased fierce competition with thrilling races across the Nacra 17 and 49er classes.
#BalticChampionship #Nacra17Sailing #49erSailing
29er Worlds – Qualification series concludes in challenging conditions
The 29er World Championship in Kiel sees Sweden take the lead after a challenging day of racing amid rain and unpredictable winds.
@Int29erclass #29erWorldChampionship #international29er
Australians aiming to build season momentum at European Championships
The Australian team is set to compete at the 49er, 49erFX and Nacra 17 European Championships in Eckernförde, Germany, aiming for podium finishes.
#aussailingteam #AustralianSailing #49er #Nacra17
The Gaffers return to Moreton Bay for the Vintage Yacht Regatta
Join the excitement at Queensland Cruising Yacht Club’s 51st Vintage Yacht Regatta from 17-19 July, featuring stunning classic vessels.
@QueenslandCruisingYachtClub #VintageYachtRegatta #QueenslandSailing
Foiling Week 2026
The 13th edition of Foiling Week in Malcesine featured thrilling competitions and events, showcasing the latest in foiling technology and community spirit.
#FoilingWeek2026 #SailingInnovation #FoilingRaces #Malcesine
Poole reclaims Match Cup Sweden crown as Courtois defends women’s title
Chris Poole’s Riptide Racing wins Match Cup Sweden while Pauline Courtois defends the Women’s Trophy.
@worldmatchracingtour #GKSSMatchCup #NordeaWomensTrophy #Marstrand
BYRA Youth Boat Building Project Gathers Momentum
The Bayview Yacht Racing Association’s Youth Boat Building Program continues to gather momentum, with nine new Northbridge Juniors now under construction and three more boats awaiting restoration.
@BYRAsailingClub #NorthbridgeJunior #BoatBuilding #Volunteer #CommunitySailing
Epic start to the 6th edition Aegean 600
The 6th AEGEAN 600 kicks off with a thrilling start as crews face strong Meltemi winds, promising an exhilarating race ahead.
#AEGEAN600 #HellenicOffshoreRacingClub #yachtracing #Meltemi
Kiel turns extreme on day 2 as 29er Worlds face demanding conditions
Day 2 at the 29er World Championships in Kiel saw strong winds challenge sailors, reshuffling the leaderboard and showcasing thrilling racing.
@Int29erclass #29erWorldChampionship #international29er
18ft Skiffs at Garda 2026
Yandoo triumphs in the 2026 European 18ft skiff championships at Lake Garda, showcasing emerging Australian talent in competitive sailing.
@18footers #International18ftSkiff #LakeGarda #Yandoo
Round-the-World Sailing Races Explained – What’s the Difference?
From the solo sailors of the Vendée Globe to the amateur crews of the Clipper Race, there are now more round-the-world sailing events than ever before. While they all involve circumnavigating the globe, the races differ dramatically in terms of…
52 SUPER SERIES Expands to Thailand and Italy in 2027
The 52 SUPER SERIES will host regattas in Thailand and Italy in 2027, marking a significant expansion for the circuit.
#52SUPERseries #Thailand #Italy
Bass Strait Cup launches as three iconic ocean races set sail
Discover the new Bass Strait Cup for sailors, uniting iconic races and celebrating ocean racing in Victoria.
@OceanRacingClub #orcv_racing #BassStraitCup
The French AC75 – La Roche-Posay Racing Team unveils its new livery
The La Roche-Posay Racing Team relaunches its AC75 in Lorient, showcasing a new livery ahead of the 38th America’s Cup in Naples.
#LaRochePosay #AmericaCup #AC75 #Lorient
Championship Saturday beckons
Marstrand prepares for an epic Championship Saturday at the 2026 GKSS Match Cup, with local star Oscar Engström and Chris Poole vying for victory.
#GKSSMatchCup #SailingAustralia #MatchRacing
25th edition of the Admiral’s Cup – entries open
Entries for the prestigious 2027 Admiral’s Cup open on July 1, 2026, inviting global yacht clubs to compete in this iconic offshore event.
#AdmiralsCup #SailingAustralia
@AdmiralsCupOfficial #RORC #admirals.cup
Kiel welcomes the fleet – 29er World Championship 2026 kicks off tomorrow
The 2026 29er World Championship at Kiel-Schilksee has officially begun, with sailors arriving for registration and measurement ahead of the opening ceremony.
@Int29erclass #29erWorldChampionship #international29er
Entries open for the 2026 Lipton Cup Regatta
Entries are now open for the 2026 Lipton Cup Regatta at Royal Yacht Club of Victoria, featuring FREE entry and berthing for all competitors.
@royalyachtclubofvictoria #LiptonCup #rycvroyals
SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week – expanding horizons
Discover the excitement of SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week, where sailors from across Australia converge for thrilling competition and stunning scenery.
@MIRW2024 #miraceweek #QueenslandSailing #MagneticIsland
High winds halt Marstrand showdown as quarterfinals hang in balance
Strong winds force suspension of racing at the 2026 GKSS Match Cup Sweden, leaving quarterfinals poised for a thrilling showdown.
#GKSSMatchCup #NordeaWomensTrophy #Marstrand
Foiling Week Malcesine 2026
Foiling Week 2026 in Malcesine showcases top sailors and innovations in foiling racing, continuing until July 5th. Join the excitement!
#FoilingWeek #Racing #fragliavela.malcesine
Spectacular opening day at GKSS Match Cup Sweden and Nordea Women’s Trophy
The 2026 GKSS Match Cup Sweden kicks off in Marstrand, showcasing elite teams with Johnie Berntsson leading the Open and Martina Carlsson dominating the Women’s Trophy.
@worldmatchracingtour #GKSSMatchCup #NordeaWomensTrophy #Marstrand
Winter Interclub Series concludes at Hunters Hill Sailing Club Sunday, 28 June 2026
The 2026 Winter Interclub Series wrapped up successfully at Hunters Hill, showcasing strong participation from Sydney’s junior Optimist sailors.
@nswioda #OptimistSailing #WinterInterclub #HuntersHill
Superyacht Australia and APSA announce strategic shift
Superyacht Australia and APSA unveil a new strategy to promote the Asia-Pacific as a premier superyacht cruising destination.
#SuperyachtAustralia #AsiaPacificSuperyachtAssociation #asia_pacific_superyacht_assoc #SuperyachtNews
