Sydney Hobart veteran to race south on board dream yacht
Sailing veteran Michael Spies returns to the Sydney Hobart aboard his new J/160, Maritimo 160, ready to chase his dream on Boxing Day.
#SydneyHobart #MichaelSpies #RolexSydneyHobart #CYCA
Offshore
News, race results plus editorial coverage from the Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, Vendée Globe, The Ocean Race, ARC, Fastnet, Transpac, Ocean Globe Race, Global Solo Challenge and Offshore Yachting from around the world.
Expression of Interest open to join the 10th Melbourne Osaka Cup in 2030
Expressions of interest are now open for the challenging 10th Melbourne Osaka Cup race starting in March 2030, a must for adventurous sailors!
@Osakacup2018 #MelbourneOsakaCup #DoubleHandedRace
Wedgetail and Balancing Act crowned champions of inaugural Brisbane to Bundaberg Yacht Race
David Rose’s Wedgetail and Tony Craner’s Balancing Act emerge victorious in the inaugural Brisbane to Bundaberg Yacht Race, showcasing thrilling competition at sea.
#RoyalQueenslandYachtSquadron #BrisbaneToBundaberg
Loro Piana Giraglia 2026
The 2026 Loro Piana Giraglia concluded with thrilling performances in Genoa, showcasing international talent and unforgettable sailing stories.
#LoroPianaGiraglia #YachtClubItaliano
Drheam-Cup/Grand Prix de France de Course au Large – Over 120 boats entered, a record!
The DRHEAM-CUP in Cherbourg boasts a record 120 boats for its 2026 edition, showcasing a thrilling mix of professionals and amateurs in offshore sailing.
#drheamcup #drheam_cup
20th Launceston to Hobart Yacht Race
The 20th Launceston to Hobart Yacht Race is set to open entries, celebrating two decades of Tasmanian offshore sailing excellence and community spirit.
#LauncestonToHobartYachtRace #TasmanianSailing
ARCA SGR Wins Dramatic Loro Piana Giraglia Line Honours
ARCA SGR triumphs in a thrilling battle at the 2026 Loro Piana Giraglia, claiming victory in the Gulf of Genoa. Follow the latest updates on Australian sailing!
#SailingNews #LoroPianaGiraglia #AustralianSailing
Fleet sets sail in inaugural Brisbane to Bundaberg Offshore Yacht Race
The Brisbane to Bundaberg Offshore Yacht Race has kicked off, showcasing thrilling competition as boats set sail on their 250-nautical-mile journey to Bundaberg.
#BrisbaneToBundaberg #RQYS
Loro Piana Giraglia 2026 – Offshore Race
The 73rd Loro Piana Giraglia race kicked off from Saint-Tropez, uniting sailors in a classic Mediterranean challenge to Genoa’s shores.
#LoroPianaGiraglia #YachtClubItaliano
Sharp fleet shaping for 2026 Rolex Middle Sea Race
As the 2026 Rolex Middle Sea Race approaches, excitement builds with a diverse fleet and notable entrants preparing for the challenge ahead in Valletta, Malta.
#RolexMiddleSeaRace #RMSR2026
Ambrogio Beccaria wins Vendée Articque
Ambrogio Beccaria clinches victory in the Vendée Arctique after an intense 8 days of competition, showcasing his incredible sailing prowess in the event.
#vendeearctique #va2026
Brisbane to Bundaberg Offshore Yacht Race
Exciting sailing action is set to unfold as the Brisbane to Bundaberg Offshore Yacht Race kicks off, welcoming participants and spectators alike!
#BrisbaneToBundaberg #RQYS
DMG Mori Global One – The big IMOCA reveal in Lorient
Discover the unveiling of the innovative DMG MORI GLOBAL ONE in Lorient, showcasing a groundbreaking design set to revolutionize the IMOCA fleet for The Ocean Race.
#TheOceanRace #Sailing #IMOCA
Sailors get ready to migrate north for winter
The inaugural Brisbane to Bundaberg Offshore Yacht Race launches on June 18, showcasing Queensland’s stunning coastline and promoting family sailing experiences.
@RQYS.Manly #royal_qld_yacht_squadron #BrisbaneToBundaberg
Golden Globe Race – World first – 24/7 one-way live window into the 2026 fleet
The 2026 Golden Globe Race introduces a groundbreaking live window into the race, allowing audiences to witness skippers’ journeys without modern navigation aids.
#GoldenGlobeRace #GGR2026
Antipodes first entry for inaugural Lord Howe Ocean Race
Geoff Hill’s Antipodes is the first entry for the inaugural Lord Howe Ocean Race, promising a thrilling challenge for NSW sailors this October long weekend.
#LordHoweOceanRace #RPAYC
Offshore race completed at Range Rover Sardinia Cup
The Range Rover Sardinia Cup concluded with RORC’s Ino Veritas and Garm winning in their classes, showcasing thrilling offshore racing in Porto Cervo.
#RangeRoverSardiniaCup #yccs_portocervo
Nicolas Lunven wins La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec
Nicolas Lunven triumphs in La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec 2026, showcasing skill and experience to secure a historic third title in a grueling competition.
#LaSolitaireDuFigaro #lasolitairedufigaropaprec
Paul Morvan wins the third and final stage of the 2026 La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec
Paul Morvan triumphs in Le Havre, winning the final stage of the 2026 La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec after an intense 630-nautical-mile race in Normandy.
#LaSolitaireDuFigaro #lasolitairedufigaropaprec
A Normandy winner for a trip across the English Channel
Guillaume Pirouelle and Jules Ducelier clinch victory in the 2026 CIC Normandy Channel Race, showcasing remarkable speed and skill across 816 nautical miles.
#SailingAustralia #CICNormandyChannelRace #OffshoreRacing
Tom Dolan forced to retire
Tom Dolan’s attempt to lead the La Solitaire du Figaro race ends in retirement after running aground near Île de Sein, but he is safe.
#LaSolitaireDuFigaro #lasolitairedufigaropaprec
Battle at the top in Wolfrock
Experience the thrilling battle among Class40s as they race towards Land’s End in the CIC Normandy Channel Race, facing fierce winds and tactical challenges.
@normandy.channelrace #cic_normandy_channel_race #Class40
17th CIC Normandy Channel Race underway
The 17th CIC Normandy Channel Race kicks off from the Caen bay, featuring Class40s racing towards the Isle of Wight under promising conditions.
#SailingAustralia #CICNormandyRace #Class40
Final stage of the 2026 La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec
The final stage of the 2026 La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec kicks off from Pornichet, featuring top solo sailors racing towards the Brittany coast in thrilling conditions.
#LaSolitaireDuFigaro #lasolitairedufigaropaprec
Loro Piana Giraglia 2026
The Loro Piana Giraglia 2026 showcases 140+ yachts racing from stunning Saint-Tropez, blending history and performance in a renowned Mediterranean event.
#LoroPianaGiraglia #yachtclubitaliano
Paul Loiseau wins stage 2 of La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec
Paul Loiseau triumphs in Stage 2 of La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec, showcasing incredible skill between Vigo and Pornichet amidst tough competition.
#LaSolitaireDuFigaro #lasolitairedufigaropaprec
Maxi Edmond de Rothschild’s debut flight
The new Maxi Edmond de Rothschild Gitana 18 successfully completed its first flights off Lorient, showcasing advanced foiling technology ahead of the Route du Rhum.
#MaxiEdmondDeRothschild #GitanaTeam2017
Welcome to the inaugural Lord Howe Ocean Race
Discover the inaugural Lord Howe Ocean Race, a thrilling 890 nautical mile journey from Pittwater, launching this October at RPAYC. Don’t miss out!
#RPAYC #LordHoweOceanRace #SailingAustralia
Entries open for 2026 Rolex Sydney Hobart
Entries for the iconic 2026 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race are now open, inviting all sailors to join this world-renowned challenge. Don’t miss out!
#CruisingYachtClubOfAustralia #RolexSydneyHobart #cruising_yacht_club_australia
Second leg of La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec underway
The second leg of La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec kicks off in challenging conditions, as sailors head from Vigo to Pornichet, testing their tactical skills.
#LaSolitaireDuFigaro #lasolitairedufigaropaprec
IMA Maxi European Championship – Opening offshore race
The IMA Maxi Europeans commenced in Naples with intense racing, as Galateia and North Star clinch titles in the Regata dei Tre Golfi offshore race.
#imamaxi #MaxiYachts
The Kraken wins the 2026 Melbourne to Apollo Bay Yacht Race
The Kraken claims victory in the 2026 Melbourne to Apollo Bay Yacht Race, captivating new sailors with thrilling competition along Victoria’s scenic coast.
#OceanRacingClub #orcv_racing
Tom Dolan (Kingspan) claims victory in Vigo
Tom Dolan secures a brilliant victory in Vigo during the opening stage of La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec.
#LaSolitaireDuFigaro #lasolitairedufigaropaprec
RORC North Sea Race 2026 – Jetpack powers home
Diederik Forma’s Jetpack wins the 2026 North Sea Race, showcasing exceptional sailing skills in a thrilling competition from Harwich to Scheveningen.
@RoyalOceanRacingClub #rorcracing #IRC
La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec – Magnificent start in ideal conditions
Loïs Berrehar leads the La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec opening leg in ideal conditions off the coast of Brittany, showcasing thrilling sailing action.
#LaSolitaireDuFigaro #lasolitairedufigaropaprec #SailingNews
One day to go before the start of La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec
Get ready for the thrilling start of the 57th La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec in Perros-Guirec, featuring 36 sailors tackling unpredictable weather conditions.
#LaSolitaireDuFigaro #lasolitairedufigaropaprec
ARC Europe sailors set sail from Sint Maarten to begin their Atlantic adventure
Sailors embark on the exciting ARC Europe 2026 from Sint Maarten, kicking off their transatlantic adventure with a fleet of 36 boats heading to Bermuda.
@WorldCruising #ARCEurope #arc_rally
CIC Med Channel Race – Phare40 wins by 10 minutes and 15 seconds
The PHARE 40 team triumphs in the CIC MED CHANNEL RACE 2026, winning by just 10 minutes after an intense 1141-mile race from Marseille to the Balearics.
#cic_med_channel_race #Marseille
CIC Med Channel Race – Duel at the top
The Class40 fleet in the CIC MED CHANNEL RACE is nearing Menorca, with a thrilling duel unfolding between STELLA NOVA and PHARE40 as they race to Marseille.
#CICMedChannelRace #Class40
NOR published for the 2026 Offshore Double Handed World Champs
The Notice of Race for the 2026 Offshore Double Handed World Championship has been published, set to take place in Marseille, showcasing global offshore sailing talent.
#OffshoreSailing #SailingChampionship #WorldSailing #DoubleHandedWorldChampionship
