Formia, Italy – 19 September 2025
The 2025 ILCA Master World Championships commenced today in Formia, Italy, hosted by Circolo Nautico Caposele. This year’s event has attracted over 450 sailors from 31 nations, marking it as one of the largest gatherings of the ILCA Master community globally.
Raffaele Giranella, President of Circolo Nautico Caposele, expressed his enthusiasm: “For our club, it is a great honour to host in Formia the ILCA Master World Championship with as many as 455 athletes at the start. This event brings to our gulf sport, passion, and a sailing tradition that has deep roots here. We can’t wait for the races to begin on Monday: it will be a unique spectacle, with the sea and wind of Formia ready to offer emotions to all participants and enthusiasts following the regattas. A special thank you goes to Regione Lazio and the Municipal Administration, in particular Councillor Elena Palazzo, for the support and closeness that made this event possible.”
The championship features a blend of top-tier competition and a lively social scene. Following measurement checks and the Opening Ceremony on Sunday, September 21, the first race is scheduled for Monday, September 22. Daily regattas will continue throughout the week, complemented by traditional pasta parties and live music.
A special Gala Dinner is set for Thursday, September 25, with the Closing Ceremony and prize-giving planned for Sunday, September 28.
Event Schedule at a Glance
- Fri 19 – Sun 21: Measurement checks, practice race, coach meeting, Opening Ceremony
- Mon 22 – Wed 24: Regattas, daily pasta parties with live music
- Thu 25: Reserve/rest day, Gala Dinner at 20:00
- Fri 26 – Sat 27: Regattas, daily pasta parties with live music
- Sun 28: Final regattas, Award Ceremony and Closing at 18:30
With participants from around the globe, a vibrant social programme, and the stunning Gulf of Formia as a backdrop, the 2025 ILCA Master World Championships is set to be a memorable week.
How to Follow the Event
Sailing enthusiasts worldwide can follow the 2025 ILCA Master World Championships across various platforms. Daily updates will be available on both the ILCA Class website and the event website, with results updated daily on the event site.
High-quality photos will be published daily on SmugMug, with video highlights available on the ILCA YouTube channel.
Further live coverage, updates, and behind-the-scenes content will be shared on Instagram and Facebook.
The 2025 ILCA Master World Championships are organised by ILCA and Circolo Nautico Caposele, with support from Camera di Commercio e Informare, Capitaneria di Porto, and Federazione Italiana Vela. Sponsors include Banca del Cassinate, Capolino, Casale dei Giglio, Conad, Eufon, Italpol, Purificato, Regione Lazio, Riviera di Ulisse, Tecnorestauri, Terranova, Todis, Devoti Sailing, and Peak Production.
Report by Agustín Argüelles – ILCA | Source: Viola Devoti | Photos by Peak Production.
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