2026 RORC Nelson’s Cup – Day 1
The 2026 RORC Nelson’s Cup kicks off in Antigua, showcasing squalls and sunshine as crews battle on opening day for vital points.
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Geographe Bay Race Week – Day 3
Exciting Day 3 at GBRW26 in Geographe Bay! Light winds challenge sportboats and Flying Fifteens, while chaos unfolds on the racecourse. #SailingAustralia #GeographeBay #SailingNews
The sunshine state finally warms to the Finn Gold Cup
Anders Pedersen leads after a sunny Day 3 at the Porsche Centre Brisbane 2026 Finn Gold Cup, with seven races completed.
#finnclass #fgc #finngoldcup #sailing #Australia
Portimão confirmed to host the 2026 World Sailing Inclusion Championships
Portimão is set to host the 2026 World Sailing Inclusion Championships, featuring around 250 competitors from over 40 nations in October 2026.
#worldsailingofficial #InclusiveSailing #SailingChampionships
What to really look out for in Sardinia
Prepare for the Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup Preliminary Regatta in Sardinia, where the Kiwis and Italians will lead the battle for dominance on the water.
#AmericasCup #SailingAustralia #SardiniaSailing
Championships lure players to Sydney Harbour Regatta
Join the excitement at the 2026 Nautilus Marine Insurance Sydney Harbour Regatta, featuring major championships and a competitive fleet of yachts! #SailingAustralia #SydneyHarbour #Regatta
Victorian women keelboat sailors “Balance the Scales” for IWD 2026
Victorian women keelboat sailors gear up for IWD 2026, with events aimed at promoting equality and participation in sailing across Australia.
#WomensSailing #IWD2026 #SailAustralia
When the going gets tough, the Finns get going
Norwegian sailor Anders Pedersen dominates Day 2 of the 2026 Finn Gold Cup in Brisbane, Australia, winning both races in challenging conditions.
#finnclass #finngoldcup #sailing #Australiansailing
Geographe Bay Raceweek – Day 2
Day 2 of Geographe Bay Raceweek 2026 saw thrilling racing with 20+ knots of breeze as all fleets battled it out on the water.
#GeographeBayRaceweek #SailingAustralia #MaritimeAdventures
18ft Skiffs – Season Point Score – Race 19
Yandoo clinches victory in Race 19 of the Australian 18 Footers League on Sydney Harbour despite tough conditions.
#18Skiff #18footers #sailmedia #AustralianSailing #SailingNews
Brutal opening day for 2026 Finn Gold Cup
Anders Pedersen shines on a challenging opening day of the 2026 Finn Gold Cup in Brisbane, conquering tough conditions with two race wins.
#finnsailing #fgc #finngoldcup #finnclass #finn #sailing #worldsailingofficial
New ORC champions and other winners declared at Pantaenius Pittwater Regatta
The 2026 Pantaenius Pittwater Regatta crowned new ORC champions after intense racing at Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club despite challenging conditions.
@pantaenius #sydneymarinebrokerage #YachtingAustralia #PittwaterRegatta #ORCChampionships #RoyalPrinceAlfredYachtClub
Aussies claim victory at Auckland SailGP for a second time
The BONDS Flying Roos secure back-to-back victories at the New Zealand Sail Grand Prix, preparing for an exciting homecoming in Sydney Harbour soon!
#SailGP #sailgpaus #bondsflyingroos
Pantaenius Pittwater Regatta – Crazy conditions – but it worked!
The 2026 Pantaenius Pittwater Regatta continues with thrilling racing despite tricky conditions, showcasing top competitors from the NSW ORC Championship.
#RPAYC #Pantaenius_australia #SydneyMarineBrokerage #PittwaterRegatta #SailingAustralia #ORCChampionship
Major crash takes NZ and France out of New Zealand SailGP
Tragedy struck at the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix in Auckland as a collision sidelined both France and New Zealand teams on Waitematā Harbour.
#SailGP #SailGPNZL #SailGPFRA #AucklandSailing #SailingNews
18ft Skiffs – Shaw and Partners Financial Services
Shaw and Partners leads the charge for Australia’s 18ft skiff teams in the 2026 Giltinan World Championship on Sydney Harbour, aiming for victory!
#18footers #18Skiff #sailmedia #livesaildie #GiltinanChampionship #SydneyHarbour
Meet Tom Slingsby & The Bonds Flying Roos
Join the BONDS Flying Roos in Sydney for a meet and greet with stars like Tom Slingsby at Westfield Warringah Mall on Feb 22! Don’t miss out!
#BondsFlyingRoos #SailGP #SailingNews
Seventieth Finn Gold Cup opened in Brisbane
The 70th Finn Gold Cup has opened in Brisbane, showcasing top sailors from 15 nations at the Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron in Australia.
@InternationalFinnClass #finnclass #worldsailingofficial
Pantaenius Pittwater Regatta – Day 1 a test for everyone
The 2026 Pantaenius Pittwater Regatta kicked off with challenging winds at the RPAYC, as competitors navigated shifty and sloppy offshore conditions.
#RPAYC #Pantaenius_australia #SydneyMarineBrokerage #Sailing #PittwaterRegatta #AustralianSailing
Port de Andratx will make the Sofia even bigger
The 55th Trofeo Princesa Sofía Mallorca introduces Port de Andratx as a new venue, expanding opportunities for disabled sailors.
@TrofeoPrincesaSofia #TrofeoSofia #InclusiveSailing #DisabledSailing
American magic acquires Danish ROCKWOOL Racing SailGP team
American Magic acquires the Danish ROCKWOOL Racing team ahead of the SailGP in Auckland, reshaping the competitive landscape of sailing.
#SailGP ##sailgpden #AmericanMagic
RORC Nelson’s Cup Series 2026 – Preview
The 2026 RORC Nelson’s Cup Series kicks off on February 17 in Antigua, featuring intense coastal racing and top international competitors.
#NelsonsCup #Caribbean600 @RORCracing
SailGP touches down for high-stakes showdown in the ‘City of Sails’
Auckland’s iconic Waitematā Harbour hosts the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix this weekend, featuring intense racing from a full fleet of international teams.
#SailGP #NewZealand #Sailing
The 2026 GKA Kite-Surf season kicks off shortly in Cape Verde
Sailors from 13 countries gear up for an exhilarating competition in Cape Verde.
#gkakiteworldtour #Sailing #Kitesurfing #Australia
Celebrating 100 years of sailing at Bellerive Yacht Club
Celebrate 100 years of sailing at Bellerive Yacht Club with upcoming regattas and events on Tasmania’s River Derwent this February and March!
#BelleriveYachtClub #SailingTasmania #CentenaryCelebration #WomenInSailing #TasmanianSailing
All set for Cagliari and the first preliminary regatta
Get ready for the Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup preliminary regatta in Cagliari, Italy, from May 21-24, 2026, showcasing thrilling fleet races!
#AmericasCup #Sailing #Australia
Aussie sailors capitalise on New Zealand racing
Australian sailors excelled at New Zealand’s regattas, including Sail Auckland and the National Championships, gearing up for upcoming competitions in Europe.
#aussailingteam #AustralianSailing #SailingNews #NZRegattas
Sailteck GPS Compass
Sailteck unveils the GPS Compass – The Ultimate High-Performance Sailing Instrument Sailteck is proud to announce the launch of the GPS Compass. Primaryfunctions include: heading, heel, trim, speed (SOG), countdown, line distance, and time-of-day. It is also software upgradable, with…
Tuuci strikes gold at M32 winter series
TUUCI Racing dominates the M32 Miami Winter Series Event No. 2, winning three races and securing their victory ahead of the final race on Biscayne Bay.
#TUUCI #M32world #Sailing #Australia
ILCA announces new ILCA 4 MkII sail
The International Laser Class Association announces the new ILCA 4 MkII sail, enhancing supply and durability for Australian youth sailing.
@ilcasailing #ilca_sailing #AustralianSailing #ILCA #SailingNews
The J Class expects a resurgence of activity during the 2026 season
Get ready for an exciting 2026 season in the J Class, featuring thrilling regattas in Palma and Saint Tropez with new ownership for Rainbow.
#OfficialJClass #SailingNews #JClass #AustraliaSailing
First eight entrants announced for 2026 Congressional Cup
Discover the exciting lineup for the 2026 Congressional Cup in Long Beach, featuring world-class sailors battling for victory in this prestigious match racing event.
#Sailing #CongressionalCup #WMRT #WorldMatchRacingTour #Australia
Season’s first Wingfoil champions crowned
The Hong Kong World Cup showcased fierce competition as emerging talents upset established stars, with Yana Li and Alessandro Tomasi claiming dramatic victories.
#wingfoilracing #Sailing #WorldCup #Wingfoil #Australia
44Cup Calero Marinas victory for Peninsula Racing
Peninsula Racing wins the 44Cup Calero Marinas in Lanzarote, their first victory since 2017, showcasing skill and teamwork in challenging conditions.
#SailingAustralia #44Cup #PeninsulaRacing
18ft Skiffs – Queen of the Waves
Emma Collins leads the Vaikobi team to victory in the 2026 18ft Skiffs Queen of the Waves on Sydney Harbour, following a thrilling race day challenge.
#18ftSkiffs #QueensOfTheWaves #SailingAustralia #SydneyHarbour #ClubChampionship
Racer CC crew crowned new champions at Etchells NSW Championship
Racer CC crew wins the 2026 International Etchells NSW Championship at Gosford Sailing Club, showcasing stellar sailing and teamwork.
#Etchells #NSWChampionship #SailingAustralia #GosfordSailingClub #SailingNews
Two points separate top three going into final day of 44Cup Calero Marinas
Tight competition heats up at the 44Cup Calero Marinas in Lanzarote as top teams battle for the lead going into the final day of racing. Stay tuned!
#44Cup #Sailing #RC44 #GeMeraRacing #SailingNews #CanaryIslands
Racer CC crew stays calm to consolidate at Etchells NSW Championship
Racer CC crew maintains their lead on Day 2 of the 2026 International Etchells NSW Championship at Gosford Sailing Club, with exciting races ahead!
#Etchells2026 #GosfordSailing #AustralianSailing #SailingNews
Grand Soleil Cup Australia Returns to Pittwater Regatta 2026
Sydney Marine Brokerage, Exclusive Australian Dealer for Grand Soleil Yachts, is proud to announce the return of the Grand Soleil Cup at the 2026 Pittwater Regatta
#Sydneymarinebrokerage #rpayc
Racer CC’s early bid for Etchells NSW Championship
The 2026 International Etchells NSW Championship kicks off at Gosford Sailing Club with Racer CC leading after thrilling races; stay tuned for more!
#AusSailing #Etchells #GosfordSailing
