Breiana Whitehead finishes fifth at Formula Kite World Championships
Breiana Whitehead secures fifth place at the 2025 Formula Kite World Championships in Sardinia, showcasing her skills against elite competition.
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Brutal Sunday setback fuels Aussies as Grand Final race tightens
Tom Slingsby remains optimistic despite setbacks as the BONDS Flying Roos aim for the Grand Final in Abu Dhabi after a challenging SailGP event in Cadiz.
Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez – A finale filled with contrasts
Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez concludes with thrilling races and celebrations, showcasing the best of Maxi and Modern yachts in stunning Pampelonne Bay.
Kampman & Pianosi on match point for their first World Titles
Jessie Kampman and Riccardo Pianosi are on match point for their first world titles at the 2025 Formula Kite Worlds in Quartu Sant’Elena, Sardinia.
36 umpire penalties shake Spain SailGP – Australia settles for sixth
Australia faces a chaotic start with 36 penalties at the Spain Sail Grand Prix, finishing sixth after a rollercoaster day in Cádiz.
RS21 World Championship 2025 in Porto Rotondo
Explore the highlights of the RS21 World Championship 2025 in Porto Rotondo, featuring fierce competition and stunning racing moments.
Aussies take Spanish boat for a spin, all eyes on Grand Final
The BONDS Flying Roos warn rivals ahead of the DP World Spain Sail Grand Prix in Cadiz, as they aim for a fourth Championship title.
Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez – Sun, spray and suspense
Experience the thrilling finale of Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez 2025, where classic and modern yachts battle for glory in idyllic Mediterranean conditions.
52 Super Series
The 52 SUPER SERIES announces two exhilarating regattas in Lanzarote, Canary Islands, set for the 2026 season, enhancing the grand prix sailing circuit.
Manly 16s Club Championship heats 1, 2 Women on the Move
Georgia Clancy makes history as the first female director at Manly 16ft Skiff Club while competing in the club championships.
Fresh energy for Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta
The Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta returns on January 26, 2026, celebrating New Zealand’s maritime culture with exciting new features.
Formula Kite – Kampman & Maeder lead after four races
Jessie Kampman and Max Maeder lead after four races at the Formula Kite World Championships in Sardinia, showcasing thrilling competitive action.
Australians ready for Formula Kite World Championships in Sardinia
Queenslanders Breiana Whitehead and Oscar Timm gear up for the Formula Kite World Championships at Poetto Beach, Sardinia, from September 30 to October 5.
SailGP goes into Overdrive – record speeds – epic crashes – unreal comebacks
Experience the thrilling chaos of the Germany Sail Grand Prix in Sassnitz, featuring record speeds and unforgettable comebacks!
Champions crowned as the 2025 ILCA Master Worlds conclude in Formia
The 2025 ILCA Master World Championships have concluded in Formia, Italy, with Aussie sailors winning 4 Gold Medals
Nefeli (Overall) and Zhik Race Team (Corinthian) are the new Melges 24 World Champions
Peter Karrie’s NEFELI clinches victory at the thrilling Melges 24 World Championship 2025 in Trieste, Italy, amidst fierce competition and strong winds.
Allegra takes Multihull Cup 2025 title as Falcon takes flight in final race
Allegra wins the Multihull Cup 2025 after a stellar performance, while Falcon claims the final race victory in a competitive coastal showdown.
Sails of Change 8 secures fourth regatta and season victory
Sails of Change 8 clinches victory at the TF35 Crans Grand Prix after a thrilling weekend of racing with challenging conditions.
Ghio & Spanu are the Formula Wing World Champions
Mathis Ghio and Maddalena Spanu triumph as the first ever Formula Wing World Champions in Cagliari, Sardinia, amidst thrilling competition.
Australian Sailing Team joins Manly 16ft Skiff Sailing Club racing series
The Australian Sailing Team joins the Manly 16ft Skiff Sailing Club racing series, enhancing competitive skiff racing in Australia.
18ft Skiffs – David Porter, King of Sydney Harbour in the 1970s
Explore the legendary sailing career of David Porter, the 18 footer ‘King of Sydney Harbour,’ who dominated the Australian skiff class in the 1970s.
Day 2 at the TF35 Crans Grand Prix – Sails of Change 8 sets the pace
Day two of the TF35 Crans Grand Prix showcased thrilling competition on Lake Geneva, with Sails of Change 8 leading the fleet in challenging conditions.
Formula Wing World Championships – Day 4
Cappuzzo and Picot advance to the finals after an intense Day 4 at the Formula Wing World Championships in Cagliari, Sardinia.
American Magic Quantum Racing Team wins in Porto Cervo
Doug DeVos’ American Magic Quantum Racing celebrates their seventh 52 SUPER SERIES championship title in Sardinia, marking the end of an era.
New Moon III claims 5.5m French Open title in Cannes
New Moon III wins the 2025 5.5 Metre French Open title in Cannes, showcasing thrilling racing in challenging conditions.
Allegra takes win in calm but enthusiastic start to Multihull Cup 2025
Allegra leads Day 1 of the Multihull Cup in Mallorca, showcasing multihull sailing excitement as competitors tackle light winds and challenging conditions.
52 Super Series – Porto Cervo – Day 4
In Porto Cervo, Sled aims for victory while American Magic Quantum Racing nears a seventh title in the thrilling 52 SUPER SERIES regatta.
18ft Skiffs – The Kitchen Maker 18ft Skiff Racing
The Australian 18 Footers League kicks off its 2025-26 season on Sydney Harbour with The Kitchen Maker returning as a long-time sponsor.
52 Super Series – Porto Cervo – Day 3
Sled takes the lead at the 52 SUPER SERIES in Porto Cervo, tightening the competition against American Magic for the 2025 championship.
Waszp class news
The 2026 WASZP Games in Pensacola will feature a pre-Games event and new women’s titles in the 7.5 rig, enhancing competitive foiling opportunities.
Formula Wing World Championships – Day 1
Day 1 of the Formula Wing World Championships in Cagliari, Italy, features intense competition with 93 riders from 22 countries vying for victory.
52 Super Series – Porto Cervo – Day 2
Sled dominates the 52 SUPER SERIES in breezy Sardinia, securing a race victory at the Porto Cervo Range Rover regatta.
Manly16 Skiff Long Point-score race report 20th Sept
Manly’s Theo Franklin aims to reclaim the 13ft Skiffs title at the 2026 Australian Championships in Belmont with his new partner Ash Napper.
Melges 24 World Championship 2025 – Day One
Good things are worth waiting for, and that was the adage at the opening day of the Melges 24 World Championship 2025, which ended without any races in the scoreline
52 Super Series – Porto Cervo
Sled leads the 52 SUPER SERIES in Porto Cervo, Italy after the first two races, with a strong performance from Takashi Okura and Francesco Bruni.
Cagliari 2025 – Only two weeks to go until the Worlds!
Get ready for the 49er, 49erFX & Nacra 17 World Championships in Cagliari, Sardinia, with our essential guide and digital booklet!
Fortaleza 2027 World Sailing Championships and Test Event dates announced
World Sailing announces the Fortaleza 2027 World Championships dates, set for January 22-30, with a Test Event scheduled for January 2026.
2025 Tornado European Champs
The Tornado European Championship in Attersee concluded with the Czech team dominating all titles despite no races on the final day due to wind conditions.
Ibiza JoySail sets sail, putting the island firmly on the global yachting map
The Ibiza JoySail 2025 concluded with an exhilarating finale, featuring a competitive fleet of superyachts racing off Ibiza’s stunning coastline.
History made: Match in Pink team wins fifth consecutive Women’s Match Racing World title
Pauline Courtois leads her team to victory at the 2025 World Sailing Women’s Match Racing Championship in Chicago, claiming their fifth consecutive title.
