Melges IC37 arrives in Sydney
The Melges IC37 has officially arrived in Sydney, enhancing opportunities for women sailors ahead of the New York Yacht Club’s Women’s International Championship.
#RoyalSydneyYachtSquadron #rsys1862
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Steering the course 2026 encourages sailors around the world to ‘give to gain’
Join the global celebration of women in sailing as Steering the Course 2026 promotes empowerment and skills development across Australia and beyond.
#worldsailingofficial #SteeringTheCourse #WomenInSailing
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
Round 1 goes to Luna Rossa in Sardinia
Luna Rossa triumphs in a dramatic finish at the America’s Cup regatta in Sardinia, showcasing incredible sailing skills amidst fierce competition.
#AmericasCup #AC38 #Sardinia
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
Picot and Manowiecki on top in Urla
On the final day of the WingFoil Racing World Cup in Urla, France’s Vaina Picot and Poland’s Kamil Manowiecki claimed impressive victories in challenging conditions.
#wingfoilracing #Foiling
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
Strong week ends in frustration at the iQFoil Europeans
Grae Morris faced a tough end to his promising European Championships in Portugal, finishing seventh after a technical penalty disrupted his podium hopes.
@aussailingteam #iQFoil
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Littlewood leads Australian charge at ILCA Europeans
Zac Littlewood’s impressive performance at the ILCA European Championships in Croatia marks a significant step forward for the West Australian sailor this season.
#SailingAustralia #ILCAChampionships #SailingNews
18ft Skiffs – Patrick Corrigan AM – Blue Ribbon sponsor
Explore the legacy of Patrick Corrigan, a key figure in Sydney’s 18ft Skiff racing, who shaped the sport through three decades of passionate sponsorship.
#18Skiffs #18footers #PatrickCorrigan
America’s Cup Preliminary Regatta underway in Cagliari
The America’s Cup Preliminary Regatta kicks off in Cagliari with teams racing AC40s, showcasing the future of sailing and talent development.
#AmericasCup #AC38 #Sailing #Sardinia
Tudor Team Alinghi unveils its ‘starting four’
Tudor Team Alinghi announces its core crew for the Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup Preliminary Regatta in Cagliari, blending international experience with Swiss talent.
#alinghi #AmericasCup #TudorTeamAlinghi
NSW Optimist Interclub 2026 Round 2 at RSYS
The 2026 NSW Optimist Interclub Series Round 2 kicks off at the Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron, offering junior sailors a chance to race in iconic Sydney Harbour conditions.
#nswioda #SydneyHarbour
SailGP takes flight in Asia – Hong Kong kicks off 2027 season
The 2027 SailGP season kicks off in Hong Kong with thrilling racing on January 23-24, featuring iconic locations and competitive teams from around the globe.
#SailGP #HongKongSailGrandPrix #bondsflyingroos
Sails of Change 10 wins its first TF35 Grand Prix
Sails of Change 10 celebrates its first TF35 Grand Prix victory in Nyon, showcasing exceptional teamwork and strategy in challenging conditions.
#Sailing #TF35 #Nyon #AustraliaSailing #SailingNews
Go behind the scenes with GB1
Explore the preparation of Team GB for the 38th America’s Cup Preliminary Regatta in Sardinia, showcasing new talent and behind-the-scenes action.
@GB1Racing #AmericasCup
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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
Cruising
The Island Cruising Pacific Rally sets sail
The Pacific Rally 2026 kicks off with nearly 190 vessels from New Zealand and Australia, embarking on an adventure across the South Pacific’s stunning cruising grounds.
#islandcruising.nz #PacificRally #SailingAustralia #CruisingCommunity #SailingAdventures #IslandCruising
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
Meet the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey range
Discover the latest Jeanneau Sun Odyssey models 415 and 455 at the 2026 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, showcasing innovation and comfort in sailing.
@performanceboatingsales #Jeanneau #SailingNews #Cruising
Sailing Zingaro and PredictWind launch new “Playbook” for modern marine weather tech
Sailing Zingaro teams up with PredictWind to launch a video series helping sailors leverage modern weather technology for safer passages around the World.
#SailingZingaro #PredictWind #AustralianSailing
Fountaine Pajot unveils the FP51
Discover the newly launched Fountaine Pajot FP51 in Australia, an evolution of the Aura 51, designed for comfort and performance in cruising.
#YachtSalesCo #FountainePajot #SailingAustralia #FP51
World ARC fleet sets sail from Saint Lucia
The World ARC 2026-27 fleet has set sail from Saint Lucia, embarking on an epic circumnavigation adventure across the globe.
Arc+ 2025 prizegiving in Grenada
Celebrate the successful culmination of ARC+ 2025 with the joyous prizegiving event in Grenada, honouring participants from around the globe.
First boat of ARC+ 2025 arrives in Grenada
The first boat of ARC+ 2025, Enjoy The Silence, arrives in Grenada after a swift transatlantic journey, greeted by joyful celebrations.
Boats & Gear
There are race yachts, and then there are race winners
Discover the JPK 1030 Min River, a champion yacht with recent accolades from the Rolex Sydney Hobart Race, available for sale in Australia.
#SailingAustralia #YachtForSale #SydneyHobart
BIA elects Tracy Souris as first female president
Tracy Souris makes history as the first female president of the Boating Industry Association in Sydney, leading the charge for diversity in the marine sector.
@boatingindustryassociation #BoatingAustralia #BIA
Malcolm Page OAM to close Marinas26
Malcolm Page OAM will deliver the closing keynote at Marinas26 on Gold Coast, exploring the significance of boating as an iconic Australian pastime.
@MarinaIndustries #Marinas26 #MarinaIndustry
The Yacht Sales Co. to showcase three Asia-Pacific premieres at SCIBS 2026
The Yacht Sales Co. showcases three Asia-Pacific premieres at the 2026 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, highlighting innovation in sailing yachts.
@YachtSalesCo #SCIBS2026 #FountainePajot #Dufour
Marinas26 – 2 weeks to go!
Join over 300 delegates for Marinas26 in Gold Coast on May 25-26, featuring networking, the latest in marina technology, and insights from industry leaders.
#Marinas26 #GoldCoast #AustralianSailing
Discover Boating Australia dry stack campaign reaches midpoint milestone
The Discover Boating Australia Dry Stack campaign hits a milestone, boosting awareness of Dry Stack storage across Southeast Queensland’s boating community.
#BoatingIndustryAssociation #DryStackStorage #DiscoverBoatingAustralia
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
Marinas26 Future Smart Conference program announced
Explore Marinas26 on the Gold Coast, a leading conference for marina professionals focusing on AI innovations and industry trends. Connect, learn, and network!
@MarinaIndustries #marinaindustry
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Matador and Beau Ideal crowned 2026 Pallas Capital Gold Cup Champions
Matador and Beau Ideal win the 2026 Pallas Capital Gold Cup at Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club, showcasing thrilling Grand Prix racing on Pittwater.
#SailingAustralia #GoldCup2026 #Pittwater
Mayo wins 3rd straight Etchells Worlds
James Mayo and his team aboard Magpie AUS 1526 clinched the 2026 Etchells World Championship title in San Diego’s thrilling final race!
#EtchellsWorlds #SailingAustralia #MagpieChampions
Viana do Castelo delivers for the 2026 World title showdown
Viana do Castelo shines in the 2026 World Championship, showcasing thrilling kitefoiling conditions and crowning new champions in an unforgettable finale.
@kiteclasses #VianaDoCastelo #WorldChampionship
Whitehead’s rollercoaster week at Kite Worlds
Australian sailor Breiana Whitehead narrowly misses top-10 at the 2026 Formula Kite World Championships in Portugal after a challenging week of racing.
@aussailingteam #Kiteboarding #OlympicSailing
America’s Cup – Are France the underdogs?
Discover if the La Roche-Posay Racing Team can break France’s America’s Cup drought as Niall Myant-Best explores their journey in Lorient.
#AmericasCup #Lorient #LaRochePosayRacing
52 Super Series – Puerto Portals – Final Day
Sled triumphs at Puerto Portals 52 SUPER SERIES Sailing Week with a daring mast climb, securing victory in a thrilling season opener in Mallorca.
#52SuperSeries #sailing #PuertoPortals
52 Super Series – Puerto Portals – Day 4
Provezza clinches a race win at the Puerto Portals 52 SUPER SERIES, positioning themselves as favorites for the final day showdown with three races ahead.
#52SuperSeries #sailing #PuertoPortals
52 Super Series – Puerto Portals – Day 3
Sled leads the Puerto Portals 52 SUPER SERIES Sailing Week with exceptional tactics amidst fierce competition, showcasing thrilling races in Palma, Mallorca.
#52SuperSeries #sailing #PuertoPortals
