Windy times for the Globe40
Recent updates from the GLOBE40 race as it faces intense winds and challenges after rounding Cape Horn and heading towards Recife, Brazil. Stay tuned!
#GLOBE40 #Sailing #Class40 #OceanRacing
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Admiral’s Cup programs add international edge to Pallas Capital Gold Cup
The Pallas Capital Gold Cup enhances Australian sailing with international fleets, including the TP52 and Super 40 classes, fostering competitive excellence in Australia
#AustralianSailing #GoldCup #SailingNews
18ft Skiffs – International boost for JJs
The 2026 JJ Giltinan 18ft Skiff World Championship welcomes the USA team as 27 crews prepare to race on Sydney Harbour, promising thrilling international competition!
#JJGiltinan #18Skiff #sailmedia #18footers
Hat trick for Cayard and Kleen at the Bacardi Cup
Paul Cayard and Frithjof Kleen lead the 99th Bacardi Cup in Miami with a perfect score after a thrilling third race on Biscayne Bay. #BacardiCup #SailingAustralia #MiamiSailing
Globe40 – Cape Horn Day
The GLOBE40 race reached a milestone on Cape Horn Day, with crews rounding the iconic landmark in remarkable conditions after nine days at sea. #SailingAustralia #CapeHorn #GLOBE40
18ft Skiffs – Vaikobi 18ft skiff racing
Join the excitement as the 27-boat fleet competes in the JJ Giltinan 18ft Skiff World Championship 2026, featuring Vaikobi’s sponsored team on Sydney Harbour.
@Vaikobi #JJGiltinan #18Skiff #sailmedia #18footers
Be first aboard the new Sun Odyssey 415 – open day March 15
Discover the first Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 415 in Sydney with an Open Day on March 15 and join us for the Sail Port Stephens Commodore’s Cup this April!
#SailingAustralia #Jeanneau #SailPortStephens
77 stars power across Biscayne Bay on opening day of 99th Bacardi Cup
The 99th Bacardi Cup opened in Miami with Cayard & Kleen edging competitors in a thrilling photo finish on Biscayne Bay. Get the latest updates!
@BacardiCupInvitational #bacardi_regatta #BacardiCup #SailingAustralia #StarClass
The final round of the 2025/26 Cherub States hits Toronto this weekend!
Join us at Toronto Amateur Sailing Club for the thrilling last round of the Cherub State Titles this weekend, with key info and festivities to enjoy!
#CherubStates #SailingAustralia #TorontoSailing
Magnetic Island Race Week – Eight minutes was all it took
SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week sold out in just eight minutes, showcasing its popularity in the Australian sailing calendar for 2026!
#SailingAustralia #MagneticIsland #RaceWeek
2026 RORC Caribbean 600 – Worthy of its legacy
The 2026 RORC Caribbean 600 showcased thrilling competition in Antigua, with Leopard 3 capturing the overall victory and showcasing exceptional seamanship.
#Caribbean600 #RORC #SailingAustralia
Sydney SailGP podium streak ends for the Flying Roos amid unusually challenging conditions
The BONDS Flying Roos missed the podium at the KPMG Sydney Sail Grand Prix, ending their streak after a challenging day on Sydney Harbour.
#SailGP #SydneySailing #AUSailGP
Daring to dream becomes living the dream
Discover how Petrina Dorrington transformed from a novice sailor to an empowered ocean racer through the ORCV KISS program in Victoria, Australia.
@OceanRacingClub #orcv_racing #Sailing #WomenInSailing #ORCV #KISSProgram
Palm Beach Motor Yachts partner with CYCA
Palm Beach Motor Yachts partners with CYCA to inspire the next generation of sailors in Sydney, fostering a legacy of sailing innovation and training.
#PalmBeachMotorYachts #CYCA #CruisingYachtClubAustralia #YouthSailing #SailingAustralia
18ft Skiffs – Queensland’s 2026 Giltinan Challenge
Queensland’s teams gear up for the 2026 JJ Giltinan 18ft Skiff Challenge after impressive national performances on Sydney Harbour. Can they win it all?
#18Skiff #sailmedia #18footers
Ibiza JoySail Superyacht Regatta on course for high-calibre international fleet
Discover the evolving entry list for Ibiza JoySail 2026, showcasing a diverse international fleet ready to compete off the breathtaking coastline of Ibiza and Formentera.
#SailingNews #IbizaJoySail #AustralianSailing
Jensen stars in green and gold debut as Flying Roos fire on home waters
Iain ‘Goobs’ Jensen shined in his Australian SailGP debut as the BONDS Flying Roos secured two wins on day one of the KPMG Sydney Sail Grand Prix. Stay tuned!
#SailGP #bondsflyingroos #SydneySailGrandPrix #AustralianSailing
Spain lead after day 1 of the Sydney SailGP
Spain tops Day One of the KPMG Sydney Sail Grand Prix with two wins, as the BONDS Flying Roos impress in front of home fans with two wins of their own. Join the excitement!
#SailGP #bondsflyingroos #KPMGSydneySailGP #AustralianSailing
EOI – Lord Howe Island yacht race
Explore the new Lord Howe Island Yacht Race 2026, an exciting Category 1 offshore challenge from Pittwater with 880 nautical miles of adventure!
#LordHoweIslandYachtRace #SailingAustralia #RPAYC #OceanRace
2026 RORC Caribbean 600 – Leopard 3 declared overall winner under IRC
Leopard 3 wins the 2026 RORC Caribbean 600 under IRC, a prestigious race starting in Antigua with fierce competition from Black Jack.
#Caribbean600 #RORCRacing #BlackJack100
Adams 10 National Championships 2026
The Adams 10 National Championships showcased thrilling boating skills at Lake Macquarie, highlighting Australia’s vibrant sailing community. Congratulations to the winners – Gezzabelle from RPAYC
#Adams10m #adams10racing #SailingAustralia #LakeMacquarie
Brendan Casey becomes first Australian to win Finn World Masters
Brendan Casey makes history as the first Aussie to win the Finn World Masters at the Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron in Brisbane, Australia.
#finnsailing #fgc #finngoldcup #finnclass #finn #sailing #worldsailingofficial
Credit Mutuel at the Horn – A first for a Class40 scow
The Class40 CREDIT MUTUEL rounds Cape Horn, marking a historic achievement for the 2025/2026 GLOBE40 in the challenging South Atlantic waters. #SailingAustralia #GLOBE40 #CapeHorn
Tim Tavinor becomes second inductee into the Finn Class Hall of Fame in Brisbane
Tim Tavinor was inducted into the Finn Class Hall of Fame during the Porsche Centre Brisbane 2026 Finn World Masters, celebrating his historic contributions to the Finn Class.
#FinnClass #SailingNews #AustraliaSailing
Pittwater to Coffs Harbour Yacht Race – Return of the two-handers
The 40th Pittwater to Coffs Harbour Yacht Race returns with notable two-handers, including last year’s winners, vying for glory on March 27, 2024.
#rpayc #p2c #AustralianSailing
Come join us for the 34th Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta
Join us for the 34th Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta at Port Phillip, June 5-8, celebrating women in sailing and fostering new talent!
#AustralianWomensKeelboatRegatta #AWKR1 #WomensSailing
2026 NSW Hobie Cat State Championships – Match report
Wangi RSL Sailing Club hosts the thrilling 2026 NSW Hobie Cat State Championships on Lake Macquarie, showcasing diverse teams and talents.
#SailingAustralia #HobieCat #LakeMacquarie
SailGP ‘Twilight racing’ set to light up Sydney Harbour this weekend
The KPMG Sydney Sail Grand Prix introduces twilight racing, as top teams battle for victory on the iconic Sydney Harbor this weekend.
#SailGP #SydneySailing #TwilightRacing
Skippers announced for 2026 Long Beach Yacht Club Ficker Cup
Long Beach Yacht Club announces eight skippers for the 2026 Ficker Cup, a key event in the World Match Racing Tour scheduled for April 24-26.
@worldmatchracingtour #FickerCup #WMRT
18ft Skiffs – Friendly 18ft skiff rivals
Two talented teenagers, Ben Crafoord and Jacob Marks, skippers in the upcoming JJ Giltinan 18ft Skiff World Championship on Sydney Harbour, engage in a friendly rivalry.
#SailMedia #18Skiff #JJGiltinan
South Australia’s iconic freshwater races unite for long weekend regatta
Join the Goolwa-Milang Regatta Weekend, South Australia’s premier sailing event from 6-8 March 2026, featuring thrilling races and community spirit!
#SailingAustralia #GoolwaMilangRegatta #SACompetition
Black Jack 100 wins monohull line honours after classic 100-foot duel
Black Jack 100 has won Monohull Line Honours in the 2026 RORC Caribbean 600 race, completing the course in an impressive 01 Day 20 Hrs 31 Mins 36 Secs.
#Caribbean600 #RORCRacing #BlackJack100
Casey still leads after tricky third day at Finn World Masters
Brendan Casey still leads the 2026 Finn World Masters in Brisbane, Australia, after a challenging day of racing with strong winds expected tomorrow. Follow the action!
#finnsailing #fgc #finngoldcup #finnclass
RORC Caribbean 600 – Multihull Line Honours
Jason Carroll’s MOD70 Argo secures Multihull Line Honours at the 2026 RORC Caribbean 600, completing the race in 1 day, 12 hours, and 46 seconds.
#Caribbean600 #RORCracing #sailing
2026 Victorian State Pacer titles at Daveys Bay Yacht Club
Join the exciting State Titles this March long weekend at Daveys Bay Yacht Club on Port Phillip, welcoming all sailors in various divisions!
@PacerAustralia #PacerSailing #VictorianStateTitles #DaveysBayYachtClub
Marko Kolic wins only race on day 2 of Finn World Masters
Marko Kolic wins the sole race on Day 2 of the 2026 Finn World Masters in Brisbane, while Brendan Casey leads the competition overall with 4 points.
@finnclass #internationalfinnclass #finn
Bay Regatta turning into the “Ray” Regatta
Ray Roberts’ Team Hollywood dominates the 29th Bay Regatta in Phuket, winning all races and showcasing stunning scenery and competitive spirit.
#SailingAustralia #BayRegatta #PhuketSailing
Australian Sailing releases participation plan for sailing in Australia
Australian Sailing unveils a new Participation Plan to boost engagement and accessibility in sailing across Australia leading to 2032 and beyond.
#SailingAustralia #DiscoverSailing #AustSail
Sydney Harbour Regatta – don’t miss the action!
Join us on March 7-8 for the 2026 Nautilus Marine Insurance Sydney Harbour Regatta featuring exciting racing and prizes for all classes!
#SydneyHarbourRegatta #SailingAustralia #NautilusMarineInsurance
RSYS celebrates 25th anniversary Hardy Cup on Sydney Harbour
The Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron celebrates the 25th Hardy Cup, showcasing top U23 match racing talent on Sydney Harbour in an elite international regatta.
#RoyalSydneyYachtSquadron #rsys1862 #HardyCup #SailingAustralia #YouthMatchRacing
