PIC Coastal Classic – Rum Bucket prays for a headwind
Rum Bucket’s skipper Quintin Fowler expresses a strong desire for north winds during the upcoming PIC Coastal Classic.
#RumBucket #SailingNews #PICCoastalClassic #UpwindSailing #QuintinFowler
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.
McIntyre GGR “it’s just a game” 2026
The 2026 McIntyre Golden Globe Race heats up as Damien Guillou and Pat Lawless surge ahead, leaving the chasing fleet battling unpredictable winds.
#GoldenGlobeRace #GGR2026 #SailingAdventure #SoloSailing #OceanChallenge
France takes Offshore Double Handed World Championship
France clinched the Offshore Double Handed World Championship title after a thrilling final race against fierce competition from Australia and Belgium.
#SailingAustralia #OffshoreSailing #WorldSailingOfficial
McIntyre GGR “window live” touches a nerve!
Gunnar Christensen shares his harrowing storm experience during the GGR, while Mara questions her campaign’s future and social media support.
#GoldenGlobeRace #GGR2026 #SailingAdventure #SoloSailing #OceanChallenge
First contenders – 2027 RORC Transatlantic Race
The 2027 RORC Transatlantic Race promises thrilling competition, featuring elite multihulls and seasoned sailors departing from Lanzarote to Antigua.
#RORCTransatlanticRace #SailingNews #OceanRacing #RORC #2027Race
The Mediterranean is calling – New international circuit launched for ORC class 0
Discover the new International Med Circuit for ORC Class 0 yachts, featuring three prestigious Mediterranean events in 2027.
#ORCClass0 #MediterraneanSailing #InternationalMedCircuit #OffshoreRacing
GGR news – Tropical storm Gonzalo collides with GGR fleet
Tropical Storm Gonzalo poses a significant challenge for solo sailors in the McIntyre Golden Globe Race as they face fierce winds and dangerous seas near Cabo Verde.
#TropicalStormGonzalo #GoldenGlobeRace #GGR2026 #SailingAdventure #SoloSailing #OceanChallenge
CIC Med Race 2027 – An evolving event – new class and a focus on women in sailing
The CIC MED RACE 2027 will introduce the new Sun Fast 30 OD class, promoting mixed-gender teams and showcasing offshore racing in Marseille.
#CIC MCR #cic_med_channel_race #WomenInSailing #Class40 #SunFast30OD
2026 Offshore Double Hnded Worlds gets underway in Marseille
The 2026 Offshore Double Handed World Championship in Marseille kicks off with elite teams vying for victory in a thrilling 48-hour race.
#cap_regatta #OffshoreSailing #WorldChampionship #DoubleHandedRacing
Southerly change sets up tactical test for Flinders Islet Race
The Flinders Islet Race challenges sailors with shifting winds as they navigate 88 nautical miles from Sydney Harbour this Saturday.
#FlindersIsletRace #BlueWaterPointscore #AudiCentreSydney
GGR news – So far, so good! Day 11
As the Golden Globe Race fleet races past Lanzarote, leaders Guillou and Lawless tackle repairs and weather challenges in the Atlantic.
#GGR2026 #GoldenGlobeRace
Rolex Middle Sea Race 2026 -Fleet building fast
The Rolex Middle Sea Race 2026 is shaping up with a strong fleet and exciting entries from around the globe.
#RolexMiddleSeaRace #Sailing2026 #OffshoreRacing #YachtRegatta #MaltaSailing
With 49 entries, Class40 is the biggest and most open class on the upcoming Route du Rhum – Destination Guadeloupe
The Route du Rhum showcases 49 Class40 entries, featuring fierce competition among top sailors like Guillaume Pirouelle and Corentin Douguet.
#Class40 #routedurhum.officiel #route_du_rhum
World ARC 2026-27 part 2 is underway
The World ARC 2026-27 fleet departs Australia, embarking on the second half of their epic sailing adventure.
#WorldARC #SailingAdventure #Circumnavigation #SailingRally #WorldCruisingClub
United by the Ocean claims victory in The Ocean Race Atlantic
United by the Ocean claims a thrilling victory in the first Ocean Race Atlantic with a close finish against 11th Hour Racing.
#theoceanrace #IMOCABoats #TransatlanticRace
Maxi Edmond de Rothschild – All systems are go
With just two months to go, the Gitana Team prepares the Maxi Edmond de Rothschild for its debut at the Route du Rhum in Saint-Malo, aiming for victory.
#RouteDuRhum #MaxiEdmondDeRothschild #GitanaTeam #SailingNews #CharlesCaudrelier
Watch the highlights of the 2026 RORC Round Britain and Ireland
Discover the thrilling highlights from the 2026 RORC Round Britain and Ireland Race, showcasing top competitors and stunning footage.
#RORCRacing #RoundBritainandIrelandRace #SailingNews
Fast flat-water sailing as the top group begins final 500-mile push towards Lorient
The Ocean Race leaders enjoy fast conditions as they near Lorient, with DMG MORI Global One maintaining a narrow lead in the final stretch.
#theoceanrace #IMOCABoats #TransatlanticRace
Golden Globe Race underway after emotional Les Sables-d’Olonne farewell
The Golden Globe Race 2026 starts with 16 skippers embarking on a grueling journey after heartfelt farewells in Les Sables-d’Olonne.
#GoldenGlobeRace #GGR2026 #SailingAdventure #SoloSailing #OceanChallenge
Leading trio pull ahead as conditions continue to punish The Ocean Race fleet
The leading trio pulls ahead as challenging conditions test the fleet in the Ocean Race.
#theoceanrace #IMOCABoats #TransatlanticRace
The Ocean Race Atlantic fleet remains closely grouped after first night at sea
As The Ocean Race Atlantic unfolds, Team Malizia leads after a tense opening night at sea, with competition heating up for the top position.
#theoceanrace #IMOCABoats #TransatlanticRace
Melbourne to Vanuatu Yacht Race returns in 2028
The ORCV announces the return of the Melbourne to Vanuatu Yacht Race in 2028, a thrilling 1,885-nautical-mile journey to paradise.
#ORCV #MelbourneToVanuatu #SailingAustralia
IMOCA fleet heading for offshore start to The Ocean Race Atlantic
The six-strong IMOCA fleet departs New York for the inaugural Ocean Race Atlantic, set for a fast transatlantic crossing.
#TheOceanRace #IMOCAracing
Ocean Fifty – On the edge thrills are guaranteed
Experience the thrilling Ocean Fifty class at the Route du Rhum, where speed and skill collide on the high seas this November.
#OceanFifty #routedurhum.officiel #MultihullRacing #HighSpeedSailing
Globe40 unveils its 2028/2029 program
Discover the details of the GLOBE40’s 2028/2029 program, featuring updated rules and new routes.
#GLOBE40 #oceanracing #SailingNews
RORC Round Britain and Ireland Race – Pace declared overall winner under IRC
Johnny Vincent’s Volvo 70 Pace wins the 2026 RORC Round Britain and Ireland Race, securing both IRC Overall and Monohull Line Honours in Cowes.
#RORCRacing #RoundBritainandIrelandRace #AustralianSailing
RORC Round Britain and Ireland Race – Palanad 4 secures second overall
Antoine Magré’s Palanad 4 secures second overall in the intense RORC Round Britain and Ireland Race, showcasing remarkable speed and resilience.
#RORCRacing #RoundBritainandIrelandRace #SailingNews
2026 McIntyre Golden Globe arrives in Les Sables-d’Olonne
Seventeen sailors gear up in Les Sables-d’Olonne for the 2026 McIntyre Golden Globe Race, facing an extraordinary challenge ahead.
#GGR2026 #SailingAustralia #GoldenGlobeRace #oceanadventure
Pace takes line honours in Round Britain and Ireland race
Pace wins Monohull Line Honours at the 2026 RORC Round Britain and Ireland Race, completing an epic 1,805-nautical-mile journey in Cowes.
#RORCRacing #RoundBritainandIrelandRace #SailingNews
World Sailing’s new offshore engagement initiative supports OSR development
World Sailing’s new initiative empowers the offshore sailing community, enhancing engagement in the Offshore Special Regulations development process.
#WorldSailingOfficial #OffshoreSailing #SailingRegulations #SailingSafety
RORC Round Britain and Ireland Race 2026 – the offshore marathon has begun
The 2026 RORC Round Britain and Ireland Race kicked off from Cowes with 32 boats competing in this challenging 1,800 nautical mile course.
#RORCRacing #RoundBritainandIrelandRace #RORC
RORC Round Britain and Ireland Race 2026 – The battle at the front
Details on the upcoming RORC Round Britain and Ireland Race 2026, featuring top contenders and race specifics.
#RORCRacing #RBIR #offshore #Cowes
Strong early entries for Race Around Australia 2028
Race Around Australia 2028 sees strong early entries, with teams eager to take on this iconic sailing challenge starting in Sydney.
#RaceAroundAustralia #Sailing2028 #OceanRacing #SHORAA
Marseille to host 2026 Offshore Double Handed World Championship
The 2026 Offshore Double Handed World Championship in Marseille will feature elite competitors, including Olympic sailors and experts from Australia and beyond.
#worldsailingofficial #OffshoreSailing #WorldChampionship
Back 2 Black wins the Sydney Gold Coast Yacht Race
Sean Langman’s Back 2 Black clinches the IRC Overall crown at the Noakes Sydney Gold Coast Yacht Race, showcasing remarkable sailing conditions and teamwork.
#SydneyGoldCoastYachtRace #CYCA #Back2Black
Ino Veritas wins RORC Channel Race
James Neville’s Ino Veritas clinches victory at the RORC Channel Race, winning both the Hugh Astor Trophy and the Channel Challenge Cup.
#InoVeritas #rorcracing #ChannelRace #HughAstorTrophy
Noakes Sydney Gold Coast yacht race start
The Noakes Sydney Gold Coast Yacht Race kicks off with thrilling competition as crews navigate challenging conditions on the 386 nautical mile course.
#SydneyGoldCoastRace #yachting #NoakesYachtRace #AustralianSailing
La Solitaire du Figaro to open new chapter in 2028
The iconic La Solitaire du Figaro will embrace the Ocean Fifty class starting in 2028, marking a significant evolution in offshore racing.
#lasolitairedufigaro #OceanFifty #OffshoreRacing
Drheam-Cup/Grand Prix de France de Course au Large
Highlights from the DRHEAM-CUP 2026, showcasing sailing achievements and diversity in offshore racing.
#DRHEAMCUP #sailing #offshoreracing #Lorient
2027 McIntyre Ocean Globe Race is looking for crews!
The 2027 McIntyre Ocean Globe Race opens crew opportunities, inviting sailors to join teams like Explorer and Translated 9 for a classic adventure.
#OceanGlobeRace #SailingCrew #Adventure #YachtRace #OceanRacing
