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2026 ILCA Under-21 World Championships in Lanzarote - Day 2 - Credit Jesus Renedo – Sailing Energy

Battling the Shifts – A Demanding Day 2 at the 2026 ILCA U21 Worlds

Discover the challenges faced on Day 2 of the 2026 ILCA U21 Worlds in Lanzarote, with unpredictable winds testing sailors’ resilience and adaptability.

#ILCA #SailingAustralia #Lanzarote2026

Balmain races to Australian Championship victory in the final race of the regatta (SailMedia) (1)

18ft Skiffs – Australian Champs – Day 3

The Balmain team clinched the 2025-26 Australian 18ft Skiff Championship in Sydney Harbour after a thrilling final race on January 19, 2026.
#SailingAustralia #18ftSkiff #SydneyHarbour

Raven launched. She is designed and engineered to semi-foil rather than be fully airborne. Photo - @Roddyacqua

Raven collects monohull line honours and IMA Trophy in RORC Transatlantic Race

Raven triumphs in its debut at the RORC Transatlantic Race, claiming monohull line honors and the IMA Trophy in Antigua; a historic achievement for sailing.

#Sailing #RORC #Antigua

Mack One were a class above - Credit - Sunset Media - @sailorgirlhq

Mack One wins seventh VX One Australia National Championship

Mack One triumphs at the VX One Australia National Championship in Moreton Bay, securing their seventh title amid challenging racing conditions.

#VXOne #SailingAustralia #MoretonBay

Oracle Perth Sail Grand Prix presented by KPMG | Perth Event 1 Season 2026

SailGP – Fletcher rules the waves in Perth

Emirates GBR wins the Oracle Perth Sail Grand Prix, defending their title and showcasing exceptional racing in challenging conditions on Fremantle’s waves.

#SailGP #Perth #Sailing

Black Knight a two times winner (SailMedia)

18ft Skiffs – Australian Champs – Day 2

Day Two of the 2025-26 Australian 18ft Skiff Championship on Sydney Harbour saw Black Knight make history as the first international heat winner.

#SailingAustralia #18ftSkiffs #SydneyHarbour

RORC Transatlantic Race – Argo’s record triumph after five days of Atlantic warfare

Jason Carroll’s MOD70 Argo wins the 2026 RORC Transatlantic Race, setting a record time from Lanzarote to Antigua in an epic duel with Zoulou.

#RORC #SailingAustralia #TransatlanticRace

Marine Rescue Broken Bay volunteers respond to a boater in distress

Marine Rescue NSW volunteers complete more than 4,500 rescues during 2025

Marine Rescue NSW volunteers completed over 4,500 rescues in 2025, highlighting Lake Macquarie as the busiest region for boating assistance.

Artemis, USA and France locked on points after opening day in Perth

Artemis with the U.S. and France are tied on points for Championship Sunday after a chaotic SailGP opener in Perth, . Who will claim victory?

#SailGP #Perth #SailingAustralia

18ft Skiffs – Australian Champs – Day 1

Yandoo wins Race 1 of the Australian 18ft Skiff Championship on Sydney Harbour, setting the pace for the competition amidst challenging weather conditions.
#SailingAustralia #18ftSkiffs #SydneyHarbour

Light wind at the finish of a Spring Championship race (SailMedia)

18ft Skiffs – Rag & Famish Hotel 2025-26

The Rag & Famish Hotel’s young 18ft skiff team impresses in their rookie season, preparing for the Australian Championships on Sydney Harbour.

#18ftSkiffs #sailmedia #SkiffChampionships #SydneyHarbour

Expect the unexpected in Cagliari in May

The first Preliminary Regatta for the Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup will take place in Cagliari, Sardinia, from May 21-24, 2026, offering thrilling sailing action.

#AmericasCup #SailingAustralia #Cagliari2026

WASZP Asia Pacific Championship

Louis Tilly and Pearl Lattanzi triumph at the inaugural WASZP Asia Pacific Championship in Brisbane, showcasing thrilling racing across five days.

The Women’s WMRT and Open WMRT Trophy on display at AMAALA - Photo WMRT

Amaala Yacht Club signs partnership with Men’s and Women’s World Match Racing Tour

AMAALA Yacht Club partners with the World Match Racing Tour, enhancing Australia’s sailing scene with equal prize money for genders starting December 2026.

#SailingAustralia #WMRT #AMAALEYachtClub

Damages and Injuries during training at Perth SailGP

The Fremantle Doctor is claiming victims as teams try to tame the wild conditions. This is what racing is about – high winds, challenging sea conditions. Pure adrenaline.

Walter Heeley winning Race Nine on the final day of racing Credit Jane Austin

Heeley claims 2026 Australian Optimist Open Championship

Walter Heeley wins the 2026 Australian Optimist Open Championship in Hobart, dominating the event with six wins across eleven races.

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Jason Carroll’s MOD70 Argo © Sailing Energy

RORC Transatlantic Race 2026 – Mod70s ignite Atlantic afterburners

Discover the thrilling Day 4 update from the 2026 RORC Transatlantic Race as MOD70s soar towards Antigua with remarkable speeds.

Globe40 at Point Nemo

The GLOBE40 class40 racing yacht BELGIUM OCEAN RACING just passed legendary Point Nemo in the Pacific, showcasing incredible speed on their journey to Valparaiso.

Optimist sailors waiting for the breeze with their coaches Credit Jane Austin

Frustrating day for Optimist sailors in Hobart

Light winds frustrate 150 Optimist sailors at the 2026 Musto Australian International Dinghy Championship in Hobart

Mirror Class National Championship report

Summer arrived on the beautiful Northwest Coast of Tasmania just in time for the 58th International Mirror Class National Championship which was held at Wynyard Yacht Club from 3 – 7 January 2026

The Rolex SailGP Championship 2026 season begins in Perth

The Rolex SailGP Championship 2026 kicks off in Fremantle, Western Australia, featuring thrilling racing and innovative technology this January.

Ace Hill enoying the racing in the Green Fleet Credit Jane Austin

Leaders streaking ahead in Australian Optimist Championships

Walter Heeley leads the 2026 Australian Optimist Dinghy Championships in Hobart with a strong start, dominating the competition after day one.

SailGP and Doyle Sails sign multi-season partnership extension through to 2030

SailGP announces an exciting partnership extension with Doyle Sails through 2030 ahead of the 2026 Oracle Perth Sail Grand Prix.

World ARC fleet sets sail from Saint Lucia

The World ARC 2026-27 fleet has set sail from Saint Lucia, embarking on an epic circumnavigation adventure across the globe.

2026 M32 Miami Winter Series - Photo Credit Hannah Lee Noll

Youngblood wins first M32 event

Miami Winter Series: Miles Julien’s Youngblood claims victory in the 2026 M32 event, marking a family podium sweep and a fresh racing season kick-off.

Start of the 2026 RORC Transatlantic Race

The 2026 RORC Transatlantic Race begins January 11 from Marina Lanzarote to Antigua, featuring an international fleet in ideal sailing conditions.

Winner 13s Harken - Photo Credit Michael Chittenden for Belmont 16s Sailing Club

13ft Skiff Australian Championship wrap-up

Heidi Bates secures her second consecutive title at the Australian 13s Championships and hints at moving to the 16s class for next season.

Team Pindar by Manuport Logistics Ian Williams, Gerry Mitchell, Richard Sydenham, Jon Gundersen Photo: Ian Roman

Historic ninth title for Ian Williams at the 2025 Match Racing World Championship

Ian Williams claims his record-breaking ninth title at the 2025 Match Racing World Championship in Shenzhen, China, with a thrilling final against Oscar Engström.

A daring port tack start from Harriet Behrens paid dividends Credit Jane Austin

Finals fleets locked in for Optimist National Championship in Hobart

The 2026 Musto Australian Optimist Championship finals are set in Hobart, with the Open Division sailors ready for intense competition.

Happy campers on First Tracks Credit - Sunset Media - @sailorgirlhq

First Tracks win Etchells Australasian Summer Championship

First Tracks triumphs at the TLC Healthcare Etchells Australasian Summer Championship, showcasing thrilling racing in Geelong, Australia.

GC Sails 18ft skiff Team 2025-26 (courtesy Brisbane 18s)

18ft Skiffs – GC Sails 18ft Skiff Team

GC Sails, a new Queensland 18ft skiff team, aims for success at the 2025-26 Australian Championship on Sydney Harbour, starting January 17.

New 24-hour distance for Belgium Ocean Racing – Curium

Discover how the Belgium Ocean Racing team set a new 24-hour distance record of 459.78 nautical miles in the GLOBE40 race.

'The Dads' - Max Gundy & Phillip Hartas on the aptly named Vintage - credit @sprottmedia

Final podium places decided at 12ft Skiff Interdominion

Nick Press and Andrew Hay win the triSearch 12ft Skiff Interdominion Championship on Sydney Harbour with thrilling final races determining the podium.

Ian Williams GBR – Pindar by Manuport Logistics through to the final - Photo Ian Roman WMRT

Experience prevails as Williams marches into Shenzhen final

In Shenzhen, Ian Williams claims a spot in the Match Racing World Championship final, aiming for a historic ninth title against fierce competitors.

150 Optimist dinghies will be in action on the River Derwent for the next week Credit Jane Austin

150 Optimists ready for Derwent action

Join 150 young sailors at the 2026 Australian Optimist Dinghy Championship in Sandy Bay, Tasmania, competing for championship trophies and team selection.

Australian 29er Champions - Goro Tomishima and Orlando Sadlik (NSW) - Photo Credit Amy Potter

Australian 29er Championships wrap up

Goro Tomishima and Orlando Sadlik claim victory at the thrilling 29er Australian Championships held at Sandy Bay Sailing Club.

Logjam at the start - LCC Asia Paciic well positioned - credit @sprottmedia

Press and Hay clinch 12ft Skiff Interdominion with a day to spare

Nick Press and Andrew Hay dominate the triSearch 12ft Skiff Interdominion Championship on Sydney Harbour, winning with a day to spare.

Father and son Jacob and Oliver Smith on Shu-Styx Fabrications - credit @sprottmedia

Age no barrier at 12ft Skiff Interdominion Champs

Old and Young sailors compete at the 2026 triSearch 12ft Skiff Interdominion Championship in Double Bay.

On her maiden transatlantic race - Swan 128 Be Cool Credit Nautor Swan

Runners & riders – 2026 RORC Transatlantic race

The 2026 RORC Transatlantic Race kicks off from Marina Lanzarote on January 11, with 21 teams set to tackle the 3,000 nautical miles to Antigua.

C-Tech makes it three in a row at 12ft Skiff Interdominion Champs

C-Tech claims their third consecutive win at the triSearch 12ft Skiff Interdominion Championship on Sydney Harbour as the competition heats up.