Chabloz and Kajiya crowned 2026 world champions
Chabloz and Kajiya clinch titles at the thrilling 2026 GKA Freestyle finale in Ilha do Guajiru.
#gkakiteworldtour #Kiteboarding #WorldChampions #Chabloz #Kajiya
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Majdalani-Bosco win the Nacra València Cup 2026
Argentina’s Majdalani and Bosco clinch the Nacra València Cup title, edging out Sweden’s Järudd-Jonsson in a thrilling finish.
#Nacra17Sailing #NacraValenciaCup #sailing #sailingresults
The Yacht Sales Co. announces 2026 Gold Coast Open Day
Join The Yacht Sales Co. for the 2026 Gold Coast Open Day showcasing premium pre-owned yachts on 7 November.
#GoldCoastOpenDay #YachtSalesCo #BoatingEvent #SailingLife #Yachts
GB1 AC75 Race Boat Arrives in Naples
The GB1 AC75 race boat has arrived in Naples, marking a significant milestone for the team ahead of the America’s Cup.
#AC75 #AmericaCup #GB1 #SailingNews #Naples
18ft Skiffs – Sixt Spring Championship – Race 3
Yandoo claims victory at Race 3 of the SIXT Spring Championship amidst challenging conditions on Sydney Harbour.
#SailMedia #18footers #Yandoo #SydneyHarbour #SIXTSpringChampionship
Nossiter Wins NSW Finn Championship Again
Anthony Nossiter clinches the NSW Finn Championship at Pittwater, edging out Ian McKillop by just one point in a thrilling finale.
#RPAYC #FinnClass #FinnNSWChampionship #SailingAustralia #Pittwater
Tilly Wins Australian Youth Match Racing Championship
Louis Tilly clinches victory at the 2026 Australian Youth Match Racing Championship, showcasing exceptional skill at Royal Geelong Yacht Club.
#YouthMatchRacing #SailingChampionship #royalgeelongyachtclub #MatchRacing
Wired Wins 2026 PIC Coastal Classic
Wired triumphs in the 2026 PIC Coastal Classic after a challenging race, marking 20 years of sailing excellence for Rob Bassett and crew.
#PICcoastalclassic #sailingnews #yachtrace #NewZealand #sailing2026 #livesaildie.official
Racing
Cameron Secures Semi-Final Spot with Five Wins
Angus Cameron shines at the 2026 Australian Youth Match Racing Championship, clinching a semi-final berth with a stunning five wins.
#AYMRC2026 #SailingAustralia #RoyalGeelongYachtClub
Lewis Davies takes early lead in Finn NSW Championship
Lewis Davies leads the Finn NSW Championship on Pittwater with solid performances, setting the stage for a competitive second day ahead.
#RPAYC #FinnClass #FinnNSWChampionship #SailingAustralia #Pittwater
44Cup to celebrate its 20th birthday visiting two new island venues
The 44Cup marks its 20th anniversary in 2027 with exciting new venues in Antigua & Barbuda, showcasing thrilling yacht races.
#44Cup #RC44 #SailingEvents #YachtRacing #CaribbeanSailing
Second Finn European Masters title for Filipe Silva
Filipe Silva clinches his second Finn European Masters title in Spain, showcasing strategic sailing despite challenging conditions.
#FinnClass #FilipeSilva #SailingNews #EuropeanChampionship #MarMenor
SB20 World Championship 2026 – Kidzink Youth Wins
Kidzink Youth, skippered by William Borghesi, claims the 2026 SB20 world title in Hyères after a stormy final day. Australia’s Ares wins the women’s category.
#SB20Class #Sailing #OneDesign #SailingNews #SB20Worlds
18ft Skiffs – Sixt Spring Championship
Smeg’s new crew shines in the SIXT Spring Championship on Sydney Harbour.
#18footers #SailMedia #SIXTSpringChampionship #SydneyHarbour #AustralianSailing
Enter Festival of Sails 2027 Early for a Chance to Win $4,999 B&G Chartplotter
Enter Festival of Sails 2027 by 31 October for a chance to win a B&G chartplotter valued at $4,999. Five championships and the Melbourne to Geelong Passage Race headline the January event.
#FestivalOfSails #FestivalOfSails2027 #SailingAustralia #BGMarine #Geelong #YachtRacing
PIC Coastal Classic Race Underway with Light Winds
The PIC Coastal Classic kicks off with nearly 100 boats, but light winds challenge the fleet’s progress towards Russell. Stay tuned for updates!
#PICcoastalclassic #sailingnews #yachtrace #NewZealand #sailing2026 #livesaildie.official
Offshore
Rolex Sydney Hobart entries close with 107 starters confirmed
The 2026 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race boasts 107 entries, featuring past champions and 100-foot maxis, ready for the thrilling Boxing Day start.
#RolexSydneyHobart #Sailing #CYCA #YachtRace #OffshoreSailing
Everything you need to know about the Route du Rhum fleet
Discover insights on the Route du Rhum contenders as solo skippers gear up for the race from Saint-Malo to Guadeloupe this November.
#routedurhum.officiel #SailingNews #OceanRace
Django 7x claims overall victory at the 2026 Rolex Middle Sea Race
Django 7x claims overall victory at the 2026 Rolex Middle Sea Race after a thrilling competition.
#RolexMiddleSeaRace #Django7x #sailingnews #offshoresailing #RoyalMaltaYachtClub
Pahi returns to the PIC Coastal Classic with an international crew
Mark Taylor’s Pahi returns to the PIC Coastal Classic with a diverse crew, blending old friendships and new adventures.
#PICCoastalClassic #Pahi #SailingNews #NewZealandSailing
2026 Rolex Middle Sea Race – Black Jack claims line honours
Black Jack 100 claims Monohull Line Honours at the Rolex Middle Sea Race, achieving a record time of 51 hours 51 minutes.
#RolexMiddleSeaRace #BlackJack100
2026 Golden Globe Race – Pat Lawless retires after rig failure
Pat Lawless has retired from the 2026 McIntyre Golden Globe Race after a critical rig failure aboard SILVERMINES HYDRO, leaving him out of the competition.
#GoldenGlobeRace #GGR2026 #SailingAdventure #SoloSailing #OceanChallenge
Rolex Middle Sea Race 2026 – Black Jack in command
Black Jack 100 leads the Rolex Middle Sea Race, with Artie III securing top position in the IRC standings as the race unfolds near Sicily.
#RolexMiddleSeaRace #BlackJack100
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
Cruising
Pacific Rally celebrates New Caledonia adventures and strengthens links with Australian marinas
The Pacific Rally celebrates an incredible season in New Caledonia, strengthening ties with Australian marinas and welcoming sailors for new adventures.
#PacificRally #NewCaledonia #SailingAdventure #Cruising #MarineServices
Spirit Yachts – New Spirit P50 Sport
Discover the new Spirit P50 Sport motor yacht, perfect for cruising Sydney Harbour and beyond, offering luxury and performance in every voyage.
#MotorYachting #SpiritYachts #Australia #SydneyHarbour #YachtLife #Cruising
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
Superyacht Australia and APSA announce strategic shift
Superyacht Australia and APSA unveil a new strategy to promote the Asia-Pacific as a premier superyacht cruising destination.
#SuperyachtAustralia #AsiaPacificSuperyachtAssociation #asia_pacific_superyacht_assoc #SuperyachtNews
Schionning Arrow on target using DuFLEX panel system
Meet Felix and Onika from WA as they craft their Schionning Arrow 1360 to explore Australia’s coastline and beyond, fueled by passion and dedication.
#ATLComposites #DuFLEX #BoatBuilding
A sailing legend‘s anniversary – 50 years Eye of the Wind
Discover the legendary tall ship Eye of the Wind, celebrating 50 years of sailing the world’s oceans and captivating maritime enthusiasts in Australia.
#eyeofthewind1911 #TallShips #SailingHistory #MaritimeAdventure
Help Lucy Fight Brain Cancer and Win a Luxury Whitsundays Charter
Support four-year-old Lucy Scarrott from Whitsunday as a local charter business raffles a luxury catamaran to raise $50K for her cancer treatment.
#WhitsundayEscape #CharityRaffle
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
Boats & Gear
Lightwave Yachts celebrates 30 years of locally designed and crafted cruising catamarans
Lightwave Yachts marks 30 years of innovation in Queensland, investing in robotic tech to enhance Australia’s only locally made cruising catamarans.
#lightwavecatamarans #CruisingCatamarans #theboatworksgoldcoast #AustralianMade #SailingNews
Sail Expo 2026 celebrates a standout weekend in Sydney
Sail Expo 2026 in Sydney showcased over 25 new yachts, attracting sailors and enthusiasts for a weekend of celebration and marine innovation.
#SailExpo2026 #RPAYC #Pittwater #Sailing Boats #Marine Industry #Sydney Sailing
Sunshine, Boats and Plenty of Visitors at Sail Expo 2026
Beautiful weather, a great turnout and plenty of sailing yachts to explore made for a fantastic opening day at Sail Expo 2026 on Pittwater. There’s still time to visit on Sunday!
Introducing the new RaceSense player
Discover how the RaceSense Player transforms race data interaction for sailors and spectators alike.
#RaceSense #SailingTechnology #LiveRacing #SailingData #RegattaReplay
Learn how to use the new Vakaros RaceSense Player
Join Vakaros on October 19 for a webinar featuring the new RaceSense Player, enhancing your sailing data experience.
#RaceSense #SailingTechnology #Webinar #SailingData #SailingAnalytics
Portimão plans to build on World Sailing Inclusion Championships with new international training centre
Portimão is set to establish a new Para Inclusive Sailing Training Centre, enhancing opportunities for athletes post-2026 World Sailing Inclusion Championships.
#WorldSailing #ParaSailing #InclusiveSailing #SailingTraining #Portimão
Join TYSC at Australia’s largest Yacht Sail Expo
Join us at the 2026 Sail Expo at Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club to explore the Fountaine Pajot FP44 and Dufour 48, plus enjoy live entertainment and more.
#YachtSalesCo #SailExpo #YachtShow #SailingEvent #MarineExhibitors
PCY at Pittwater Sail Expo at RPAYC this weekend
Discover the Hanse 410 and 460 at the Pittwater Sail Expo this weekend. Free entry and parking await!
#performancecruising #performancecruisingyachts #PittwaterSailExpo #PCY #HanseYachts #Newport
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Two bullets for Valerian Lebrun on Day 2 of Finn European Masters
Valerian Lebrun secures two wins on Day 2 of the Finn European Masters in Mar Menor, Spain.
#FinnClass #ValerianLebrun #FinnEuropeanMasters #SailingResults #MarMenor
SailGP Training F50 Arrives in Pensacola Ahead of New Base Opening
SailGP is preparing to open its new Pensacola training facility, with a dedicated F50 arriving ahead of the first teams beginning year-round training.
#SailGP #BondsFlyingRoos #F50 #RussellCoutts #EmiratesGBR
Pianosi wins on home water as Nolot completes a golden season
Riccardo Pianosi triumphs at Poetto Beach, while Lauriane Nolot caps off a stellar season at the Sardinia Kiteboard Grand Slam.
#kiteclasses #Kiteboarding #Pianosi #Nolot #PoettoBeach
Platoon Aviation Claims 2026 52 SUPER SERIES Title
Platoon Aviation secures the 2026 52 SUPER SERIES title in Valencia, outperforming rivals in a thrilling season finale.
#52SUPERseries #ValenciaSailing #TP52 #sailing
52 super series
Platoon Aviation leads the 52 SUPER SERIES with a solid performance in Valencia, eyeing the championship title as the competition heats up.
#52SUPERseries #Paprec #ValenciaSailing #TP52 #sailing
Aspire wins 5.5 metre world championship in Lavrion after challenging week
Aspire clinches victory at the 5.5 Metre World Championship in Lavrion, overcoming tough competition.
#5.5Class #int_5.5_metre_class #Aspire #WorldChampionship #Lavrion #SailingNews
Aspire leads as 5.5m World Championship finally gets underway
Aspire dominates the 5.5 Metre World Championship with impressive wins in Lavrion, Greece.
#5.5Class #int_5.5_metre_class #SailingChampionship #Lavrion #RaceResults
52 Super Series – Valencia Sailing Week – Day 1
Paprec leads the 52 SUPER SERIES in Valencia with impressive performances in a competitive fleet of 16 boats from 11 nations.
#52SUPERseries #Paprec #ValenciaSailing #TP52 #sailing
