Offshore

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

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

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

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

CIC Med Channel Race – Twists and turns along the Sardinian coast

In the fierce 2026 CIC MED CHANNEL RACE, competitors battle along the Sardinian coast with thrilling tactics and close rankings. Follow their journey!

@CIC MCR #cic_med_channel_race #Sardinia

50 years on – The Ocean Race previews a return to the City of Sails

The Ocean Race returns to Auckland in 2027, marking its first stop in New Zealand since 2018, celebrating 50 years of racing in the City of Sails.

#TheOceanRace #Auckland2027 #Sailing #KiwiSailing

CIC Med Channel Race – 1000 miles offshore in the Mediterranean

The Class40 fleet kicks off the 2nd CIC MED CHANNEL RACE, covering 1000 miles in the Mediterranean, starting from Marseille amidst great winds and excitement!

#CICMCR #cic_med_channel_race #Class40

KISS 2026 launched – Watch what happens!

Stay updated with the latest sailing news from Australia as ORCV KISS ALIVE brings excitement to the sailing community and promotes local events.

@OceanRacingClub #orcv_racing #KISS2026 #SailingAustralia

Entries flow in for Noakes Sydney Gold Coast Yacht Race

The Noakes Sydney Gold Coast Yacht Race sees 11 entries including defending champions, as anticipation builds for this iconic Australian sailing event.

#NoakesSydneyGoldCoast #SydneyGoldCoastYachtRace #SailingAustralia

Globe40 – Credit Mutuel wins in Lorient

Crédit Mutuel triumphs in Lorient, clinching overall victory in GLOBE40 2025/2026 against fierce competition from Belgium Ocean Racing.

@Globe40 #GLOBE40_ #SailingNews

Globe40 – Final sprint for all towards Lorient

The GLOBE40 race is in its final sprint towards Lorient, as crews battle fiercely for victory after seven months at sea. Follow this thrilling conclusion!

#GLOBE40_ #SailingNews

Rolex Middle Sea Race attracts both new and old

The Rolex Middle Sea Race 2026 is set to attract a diverse fleet, with entries ranging from newcomers to seasoned sailors in Malta’s stunning waters.

#rolexmiddlesearace #rmsr2026

2026 Brisbane to Gladstone Race

Discover the results of the 78th Gladstone Ports Corporation Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race, Australia’s prestigious sailing event this season.

#BrisbaneToGladstone #SailingAustralia #YachtRace

Globe40 – Fierce strategies and competitions on the road to Lorient

Catch the latest highlights of the GLOBE40 race as teams tackle fierce conditions on the final leg from Recife, Brazil, to Lorient, France.

#GLOBE40 #OceanRacing

First Skippers named for Vendée Arctique – Les Sables d’Olonne

The Vendée Arctique – Les Sables d’Olonne announces its first skippers for the 2026 edition, a key race leading to the 2028 Vendée Globe. #SailingAustralia #VendeeGlobe #OffshoreRacing

Wild Thing claims line honours in 2026 Brisbane to Gladstone

Wild Thing wins Line Honours at the 78th Gladstone Ports Corporation Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race, finishing in Gladstone at 6.24am today.

#BrisbaneToGladstone #sailorgirlHQ #SailingAustralia #WildThing #SailorsLife

Globe40 – Belgium team lead at the equator

Belgium Ocean Racing makes history as the first Class40 to cross the equator in the GLOBE40 race, returning from Recife, Brazil to the Northern Hemisphere.

#SailingAustralia #GLOBE40 #OceanRacing

Globe40 -Final words of an extraordinary sporting and human story

Exciting final leg of the GLOBE40 2025/2026 race begins in Recife, Brazil, featuring a thrilling showdown between CREDIT MUTUEL and BELGIUM OCEAN RACING.

@Globe40 #GLOBE40_ #SailingNews

Race Around Australia 2028 – expressions of interest open

Expressions of Interest are now open for the Race Around Australia 2028, a unique 7,000 nautical mile doublehanded yacht race starting in Sydney.

#RaceAroundAustralia #SailingAustralia #OceanRacing