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The latest news from the world of yachting and sailing including yacht & dinghy reviews, cruising and destination information plus the latest boating gear as well as inshore and offshore racing updates and regatta schedules. All things Sailing, Sail Racing, Sailboats and more.
Australians ready for Formula Kite World Championships in Sardinia
Queenslanders Breiana Whitehead and Oscar Timm gear up for the Formula Kite World Championships at Poetto Beach, Sardinia, from September 30 to October 5.
SailGP goes into Overdrive – record speeds – epic crashes – unreal comebacks
Experience the thrilling chaos of the Germany Sail Grand Prix in Sassnitz, featuring record speeds and unforgettable comebacks!
Champions crowned as the 2025 ILCA Master Worlds conclude in Formia
The 2025 ILCA Master World Championships have concluded in Formia, Italy, with Aussie sailors winning 4 Gold Medals
Nefeli (Overall) and Zhik Race Team (Corinthian) are the new Melges 24 World Champions
Peter Karrie’s NEFELI clinches victory at the thrilling Melges 24 World Championship 2025 in Trieste, Italy, amidst fierce competition and strong winds.
Allegra takes Multihull Cup 2025 title as Falcon takes flight in final race
Allegra wins the Multihull Cup 2025 after a stellar performance, while Falcon claims the final race victory in a competitive coastal showdown.
Sails of Change 8 secures fourth regatta and season victory
Sails of Change 8 clinches victory at the TF35 Crans Grand Prix after a thrilling weekend of racing with challenging conditions.
Ghio & Spanu are the Formula Wing World Champions
Mathis Ghio and Maddalena Spanu triumph as the first ever Formula Wing World Champions in Cagliari, Sardinia, amidst thrilling competition.
Australian Sailing Team joins Manly 16ft Skiff Sailing Club racing series
The Australian Sailing Team joins the Manly 16ft Skiff Sailing Club racing series, enhancing competitive skiff racing in Australia.
18ft Skiffs – David Porter, King of Sydney Harbour in the 1970s
Explore the legendary sailing career of David Porter, the 18 footer ‘King of Sydney Harbour,’ who dominated the Australian skiff class in the 1970s.
Sailors and teams shift focus to The Ocean Race Atlantic in 2026
Sailors gear up for The Ocean Race Atlantic, a thrilling transatlantic race from New York to Barcelona set to start on September 2, 2026.
Day 2 at the TF35 Crans Grand Prix – Sails of Change 8 sets the pace
Day two of the TF35 Crans Grand Prix showcased thrilling competition on Lake Geneva, with Sails of Change 8 leading the fleet in challenging conditions.
Formula Wing World Championships – Day 4
Cappuzzo and Picot advance to the finals after an intense Day 4 at the Formula Wing World Championships in Cagliari, Sardinia.
American Magic Quantum Racing Team wins in Porto Cervo
Doug DeVos’ American Magic Quantum Racing celebrates their seventh 52 SUPER SERIES championship title in Sardinia, marking the end of an era.
New Moon III claims 5.5m French Open title in Cannes
New Moon III wins the 2025 5.5 Metre French Open title in Cannes, showcasing thrilling racing in challenging conditions.
Allegra takes win in calm but enthusiastic start to Multihull Cup 2025
Allegra leads Day 1 of the Multihull Cup in Mallorca, showcasing multihull sailing excitement as competitors tackle light winds and challenging conditions.
52 Super Series – Porto Cervo – Day 4
In Porto Cervo, Sled aims for victory while American Magic Quantum Racing nears a seventh title in the thrilling 52 SUPER SERIES regatta.
18ft Skiffs – The Kitchen Maker 18ft Skiff Racing
The Australian 18 Footers League kicks off its 2025-26 season on Sydney Harbour with The Kitchen Maker returning as a long-time sponsor.
2025 Rolex Middle Sea Race set to attract an exceptional fleet
The 2025 Rolex Middle Sea Race in Valletta, Malta, features a competitive fleet of 118 yachts from 30 countries, promising an exciting sailing experience.
52 Super Series – Porto Cervo – Day 3
Sled takes the lead at the 52 SUPER SERIES in Porto Cervo, tightening the competition against American Magic for the 2025 championship.
Waszp class news
The 2026 WASZP Games in Pensacola will feature a pre-Games event and new women’s titles in the 7.5 rig, enhancing competitive foiling opportunities.
Formula Wing World Championships – Day 1
Day 1 of the Formula Wing World Championships in Cagliari, Italy, features intense competition with 93 riders from 22 countries vying for victory.
52 Super Series – Porto Cervo – Day 2
Sled dominates the 52 SUPER SERIES in breezy Sardinia, securing a race victory at the Porto Cervo Range Rover regatta.
Manly16 Skiff Long Point-score race report 20th Sept
Manly’s Theo Franklin aims to reclaim the 13ft Skiffs title at the 2026 Australian Championships in Belmont with his new partner Ash Napper.
Melges 24 World Championship 2025 – Day One
Good things are worth waiting for, and that was the adage at the opening day of the Melges 24 World Championship 2025, which ended without any races in the scoreline
52 Super Series – Porto Cervo
Sled leads the 52 SUPER SERIES in Porto Cervo, Italy after the first two races, with a strong performance from Takashi Okura and Francesco Bruni.
New Dufour 41 on show at WA Open Yacht Day
Explore the new Dufour 41 at the WA Open Yacht Day on October 5, 2025, at Mandurah Offshore Fishing Club, showcasing premium sailing yachts.
Tickets on-sale for the 2025 Sydney International On-Water Boat Show
Tickets for the 2025 Sydney International On-Water Boat Show are on sale now, featuring luxury vessels and a vibrant festival atmosphere.
Cagliari 2025 – Only two weeks to go until the Worlds!
Get ready for the 49er, 49erFX & Nacra 17 World Championships in Cagliari, Sardinia, with our essential guide and digital booklet!
Fortaleza 2027 World Sailing Championships and Test Event dates announced
World Sailing announces the Fortaleza 2027 World Championships dates, set for January 22-30, with a Test Event scheduled for January 2026.
Electrify Your Sheets – SailForce Conversion Kits at Pittwater Sail Expo
At this year’s Pittwater Sail Expo, Any Port Marine will present SailForce™ by Ewincher electric winch conversion kits
2025 Tornado European Champs
The Tornado European Championship in Attersee concluded with the Czech team dominating all titles despite no races on the final day due to wind conditions.
Ibiza JoySail sets sail, putting the island firmly on the global yachting map
The Ibiza JoySail 2025 concluded with an exhilarating finale, featuring a competitive fleet of superyachts racing off Ibiza’s stunning coastline.
3,000 miles, one epic challenge: the 2026 RORC Transatlantic Race
Join the epic 2026 RORC Transatlantic Race from Lanzarote to Antigua, a thrilling 3,000-mile challenge for sailors worldwide.
History made: Match in Pink team wins fifth consecutive Women’s Match Racing World title
Pauline Courtois leads her team to victory at the 2025 World Sailing Women’s Match Racing Championship in Chicago, claiming their fifth consecutive title.
Australia’s Flying Roos take series lead after podium finish in ‘street fight’ Swiss racing
The BONDS Flying Roos reclaim the lead in the 2025 SailGP standings after a podium finish in chaotic racing at the Rolex Switzerland Sail Grand Prix.
America’s Cup unveil dramatic vision for Naples 2027
Explore the ambitious vision for the Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup in 2027, unveiled in Naples at the Genoa International Boat Show.
Biotherm takes the win, Paprec Arkéa claims second place
The Coastal Race in Boka Bay concluded The Ocean Race Europe 2025, with Biotherm winning and Paprec Arkéa securing the second spot overall.
Globe40 – Arrival on African territory – Credit Mutuel makes its mark
CREDIT MUTUEL wins the opening leg of GLOBE40 2025/2026 in Mindelo, Cape Verde, showcasing thrilling competition among top Class40 teams.
Quarter-finals set at Women’s Match Racing Worlds
Juliet Costanzo and her Easy Tiger Racing move team into Quarter Finals at World Sailing Women’s Match Racing World Championship in Chicago
