18ft Skiffs – USA 18ft skiff challenge
The USA team made a splash at the 2026 Giltinan 18ft skiff championship, with hopes for a stronger challenge in 2027 on Sydney Harbour.
#18ftSkiff #Australia
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Palm Beach Motor Yachts commits to all regattas of the 2026 52 SUPER SERIES
Palm Beach Motor Yachts is now the official Destination Partner for the 2026 52 SUPER SERIES, enhancing the experience across regattas in Europe.
#52SUPERseries #YachtRacing #PalmBeachMotorYachts
Antigua Racing Cup – Day 1
Day 1 of the Antigua Racing Cup saw thrilling racing under superb wind conditions, with fierce competition among international fleets. Stay tuned for updates!
#AntiguaRacingCup #SailingNews #AustralianSailing
Three new teams set to start the 52 SUPER SERIES season
Three new teams join 2026 52 SUPER SERIES at Puerto Portals, Mallorca, as they prepare for a thrilling season of grand prix sailing action.
#Sailing #52SuperSeries #PuertoPortals #Australia
TP52 – Gold Cup resumes – Matador the mark
The TP52 Australia fleet returns to Sydney Harbour for the Pallas Capital Gold Cup, as Matador leads the pack in Act 2 competition this weekend.
#SailingAustralia #TP52 #SydneyHarbour
Rio takes center stage as SailGP debuts on Guanabara Bay
Twelve teams kick off the Enel Rio Sail Grand Prix with practice sessions on Guanabara Bay, as Rio de Janeiro welcomes high-speed sailing action this weekend.
#SailGP #RioDeJaneiro #bondsflyingroos
Quantum Pacific enters SailGP with acquisition of Los Gallos
Quantum Pacific’s acquisition of the Los Gallos SailGP team marks a milestone in Spanish sailing, reinforcing its commitment to competitive excellence and growth in the sport.
#SailGP #LosGallos #QuantumPacific
America returns to challenge for the Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup
American Racing Challenger Team USA challenges for the Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup in Naples, marking a significant moment for American sailing history.
#AmericasCup #Sailing #TeamUSA #SailNewport #AC38 #Naples2027
Racing
Kiwis return as new skippers practice for Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta
Join the New Zealand team as they gear up for the 34th Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta in June, promoting women in sailing across the region.
@AustralianWomensKeelboatRegatta #AWKR.RMYS
New sponsor and first entries in for Airlie Beach Race Week
Discover the exciting first entries and new sponsorships for the Jeanneau & 74 Islands Airlie Beach Race Week in Whitsundays this August! Join the fun!
#AirlieBeachRaceWeek #Jeanneau #SailingAustralia #74IslandsDistillery
SailGP makes its South American debut this weekend in Rio de Janeiro
SailGP makes its thrilling South American debut this weekend in Rio de Janeiro with the Enel Rio Sail Grand Prix, showcasing elite racing in Guanabara Bay.
#SailGP #Rio2026 #bondsflyingroos
2026 RORC Easter Challenge – Final report
Discover the results and highlights from the 2026 RORC Easter Challenge in the Solent, showcasing exceptional sailing talent and thrilling competition.
@royaloceanracingclub #RORCracing #RORCEasterChallenge #Sailing
Glenn Ashby joins SailGP Team France for Rio
Glenn Ashby joins the DS Automobiles SailGP Team France for the Enel Rio Sail Grand Prix, boosting their chances in the 2026 season ahead of Rio.
#SailGP #Sailing #TeamFrance #GlennAshby #RioSailGrandPrix
55th Trofeo S.A.R. Princesa Sofía – Day 6
Emil Järudd and Hanna Jonsson triumph in the Nacra 17 class, claiming overall victory at the 55th Trofeo Princesa Sofia in Mallorca.
#TrofeoSofia @TrofeoPrincesaSofia #Sailing #Olympics2028
Wearn wins on return as Australian Sailing Team shows depth in Palma
Double Olympic Champion Matt Wearn triumphs at the Trofeo Princesa Sofía in Palma, kicking off his campaign for LA 2028 with a stellar ILCA 7 performance.
#AustralianSailing #Sailing #TrofeoPrincesaSofia
World Sailing Championship dates confirmed
World Sailing has officially announced the dates for the 2027 World Sailing Championships, promising an exciting year for sailing in Brazil and Poland.
#SailingNews #worldsailingofficial #AustralianSailing
Offshore
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
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.
ARC 2025 fleet sets sail from Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Over 800 sailors set sail from Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to Saint Lucia in the exciting 40th edition of the ARC Rally.
Jeanneau Sun Odysssey 415 from ShareYacht
Discover the opportunity to own a share in the new Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 415, available at Gibson Marina, Pittwater.
ARC+ 2025 starts in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Over 400 sailors embark on the ARC+ 2025 from Las Palmas to Cape Verde, kicking off an exciting transatlantic sailing adventure.
Boats & Gear
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
The Yacht Sales Co – Sanctuary Cove Boat Show line-up revealed
Discover the exciting line-up for the Sanctuary Cove Boat Show featuring Asia-Pacific premieres of Fountaine Pajot FP44 and Dufour 54 on the Gold Coast.
#YachtSalesCo #SanctuaryCove #SailingAustralia #BoatShow
d’Albora makes landmark play with Gold Coast City Marina
d’Albora has expanded its reach by acquiring Gold Coast City Marina, enhancing the boating experience on Australia’s famous Gold Coast.
#AustralianSailing #GoldCoast #SailingNews
New Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 415 – Open day this Sunday!
Join PBS for the Open Day of the new Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 415 in Sydney this Sunday, showcasing its impressive performance and innovative design!
#performanceboatingsales #Jeanneau
First sail for the Maxi Edmond de Rothschild
The Maxi Edmond de Rothschild embarks on its first sea trials in Lorient, showcasing innovative technology and art in this new-generation multihull.
#MaxiEdmonddeRothschild #Sailing #OceanRacing #Gitana
ILCA and Dragon Class commit to RaceSense for 2026 and beyond!
The ILCA Class will use RaceSense for the 2026 World Championships in Dun Laoghaire, enhancing race fairness and management in Olympic sailing.
#harken #vakaros #SailingNews #ILCA #AustralianSailing
Vallon launches Heron Ocean in Tortoise
Discover VALLON’s new Heron Ocean sunglasses in Tortoise, perfect for Aussie sailors and beach lovers seeking style and ultimate sun protection.
#vallon.official #SailingAustralia #Sunglasses
Sydney Boat Show returns to Sydney Olympic Park in July 2026
Mark your calendars for the 2026 Sydney Boat Show at Sydney Olympic Park from July 30 to August 2, showcasing the best in boating and marine lifestyle!
#SydneyBoatShow #AustralianSailing #MarineLife
Video
Online alert: 55th Trofeo S.A.R. Princesa Sofía – Day 5
Exciting Day 5 at the 55th Trofeo Princesa Sofía Mallorca features thrilling medal races in perfect conditions on the Bay of Palma ahead of finals!
#Sailing #TrofeoSofia #AustraliaSailing
55th Trofeo S.A.R. Princesa Sofía – Day 4
Day 4 of the 55th Trofeo Princesa Sofia Mallorca heats up as Australian teams lead the 49er Skiff class amidst unpredictable winds.
#TrofeoSofia @TrofeoPrincesaSofia
55th Trofeo S.A.R. Princesa Sofía – Day 3
The chaotic Day 3 of the 55th Trofeo Princesa Sofía in Palma tests the skills of top sailors, including Australian champion Matt Wearn and Micky Beckett.
#TrofeoSofia @TrofeoPrincesaSofia #Olympics2024 #PalmaSailing
55th Trofeo S.A.R. Princesa Sofía – Day 2
Australians Harry Price and Max Paul currently lead the 49er Men’s Skiff and Matt Wearn leads in the ILCA 7.
#TrofeoSofia @TrofeoPrincesaSofia #Sailing #Olympics2024
55th Trofeo S.A.R. Princesa Sofía – Day 1
The 55th Trofeo Princesa Sofia regatta kicks off in the sunny Bay of Palma, featuring fierce competition among Olympic hopefuls under shifting winds.
#TrofeoSofia #TrofeoPrincesaSofia #AustralianSailing #OlympicSailing
Inside America’s Cup – Luna Rossa’s final piece
Episode 2 of Inside America’s Cup showcases Luna Rossa’s journey and strategies in Cagliari for the Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup. Discover the insights!
#AmericasCup #LunaRossa
2026 Waszp Games – Wrap
Gavin Ball and Pearl Lattanzi make history with victories at the 2026 WASZP Games in Pensacola, Florida, showcasing top-level foiling talent.
#WASZP #SailingAustralia #Foiling
2026 Waszp Games – Day 3
Day 3 of the 2026 WASZP Games in Pensacola heats up as competitors battle intense conditions and tight standings; excitement builds for the final stretch!
#TheWASZP #waszp.tv
