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
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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.
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
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
Sandberg PalmaVela concludes a highly competitive edition of La Larga
The 22nd Sandberg PalmaVela concludes in Palma, Spain, featuring intense competition across six classes, highlighting the best of offshore sailing.
@rcnpalma #SandbergPalmaVela #LaLarga2026
Celebrations in Saint Lucia for the finish of World ARC 2025-26
The World ARC 2025-26 fleet celebrates their remarkable 26,000NM circumnavigation in Saint Lucia, marking a significant sailing achievement for all crews.
#worldcruising #WorldARC #SailingCommunity #SaintLucia
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
Short course offshore sprint – Great test for crew
The Coastal Sprint in Bass Strait showcased 13 boats, with Ginan winning amidst challenging conditions, testing new crew in Australian sailing’s competitive scene.
@OceanRacingClub #SailingAustralia #OceanRacing #BassStrait
Lorient confirmed as finish for inaugural edition of The Ocean Race Atlantic
Lorient, France set as the finish for The Ocean Race Atlantic, kicking off from New York on Sept 1, 2026, featuring mixed crews racing to promote ocean health.
#TheOceanRace #Sailing #Lorient #Sailors #OceanSustainability #IMOCA
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
Why JPK Yachts make Major 2025 Podiums
For those considering their sailing future and looking to be competitive, recent results make the research straightforward. The 2025 regatta season has highlighted JPK yachts as standout performers.
#jpkpacific #sailing #australia
