Taihoro first sail in Auckland
Emirates Team New Zealand’s AC75, Taihoro, successfully launched on Auckland’s Waitematā Harbour, marking a milestone in the 38th America’s Cup cycle.
#SailingNews #AmericasCup #AucklandSailing
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Edge joins the Pallas Capital Gold Cup
Edge joins the Pallas Capital Gold Cup sailing in Australia, enhancing the competitive Super40 lineup with experienced sailors and fresh talent.
#SailingAustralia #PallasCapitalGoldCup #Super40
18ft Skiffs – JJ Giltinan World Champs – Day 5
Yandoo sails to an impressive lead in the JJ Giltinan 18ft Skiff World Championship on Sydney Harbour, with just two races remaining.
#18skiff #18footers #sailmedia #SailingAustralia
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
International Dragon legends to assemble off Cowes in August 2026
The International Dragon fleet will gather in Cowes for the Edinburgh Cup and UK Grand Prix from August 18-21, 2026, celebrating the BDA’s 70th Anniversary.
#Sailing #DragonClass #Cowes #AustraliaSailing
Applications open for World Sailing technical courses
World Sailing opens applications for women’s Steering the Course technical courses, empowering women in sailing around the World
#worldsailingofficial #WomenInSailing #Australia
Treharne Trophy celebrating Manly 16s Old Buffers Day
The Hugh Treharne Trophy was unveiled at the Manly 16s Old Buffers Day, celebrating sailing tradition and camaraderie among generations of sailors.
#OldBuffersDay #Manly16s #SailingAus #HughTreharneTrophy
18ft Skiffs – JJ Giltinan World Champs – Day 4
The JJ Giltinan 18ft Skiff World Championship races 4 and 5 showcased thrilling competition in Sydney Harbour, featuring strong performances from Shaw&Partners and Lazarus.
#18skiff #18footers #sailmedia
ETNZ – Taihoro is ready to fly again
Emirates Team New Zealand has relaunched their AC75, Taihoro, in Auckland, marking a pivotal moment for the upcoming America’s Cup campaign.
#EmiratesTeamNZ #AmericasCup
TP52 – Matador returns as challengers step up
Matador returns to challenge in the competitive Pallas Capital Gold Cup on Sydney Harbour, with Act 1 set for March 21-22, 2026.
#TP52Aus #SailingAustralia #GoldCup2026 #SydneyHarbour
18ft Skiffs – JJ Giltinan World Champs – Race 3
Race 3 of the JJ Giltinan 18ft Skiff World Championship faced light winds on Sydney Harbour, with Smeg narrowly securing victory.
#18skiff #18footers #sailmedia #SailingAustralia
Dogfight for the ages – Cayard and Kleen crowned 99th Bacardi Cup Champions
Paul Cayard and Frithjof Kleen triumph in the dramatic 99th Bacardi Cup in Miami, ending Cayard’s 45-year pursuit of this prestigious sailing title.
@BacardiCupInvitational #bacardi_regatta #BacardiCup
Phoenix49 rises but How Bizarre wins the 2026 Melbourne to King Island Ocean Yacht Race
How Bizarre wins the 2026 Melbourne to King Island Yacht Race, showcasing strong competition among 22 boats across Bass Strait.
#OceanRacingClub #orcv_racing #MelbourneToKingIsland
18ft Skiffs – JJ Giltinan World Champs – Race 2
Yandoo dominates Race 2 of the JJ Giltinan 18ft Skiff World Championship on Sydney Harbour, showcasing exceptional crew work and strategy.
#18skiff #18footers #sailmedia
Sydney Harbour Regatta – drama and then winners announced
The 2026 Nautilus Marine Insurance Sydney Harbour Regatta wrapped up with thrilling wins and dramatic incidents, bringing excitement on the water!
#middleharbouryachtclub #SydneyHarbourRegatta #SailingAustralia
Focus on International Women’s Day at Sydney Harbour Regatta
Celebrating International Women’s Day at the 2026 Nautilus Marine Insurance Sydney Harbour Regatta with inspiring female sailors leading the race!
#MiddleHarbourYachtClub WomenInSailing #SailingAustralia #IWD2026
Cayard holds narrow lead into final-day showdown at the 99th Bacardi Cup
Robert Scheidt wins Race Five, setting up a thrilling finale against Paul Cayard at the 99th Bacardi Cup in Miami, leaving fans on the edge of their seats!
#BacardiCup #SailingAustralia #MiamiSailing
18ft Skiffs – JJ Giltinan World Champs – Race 1
Yandoo claims victory in Race 1 of the 2026 JJ Giltinan 18ft Skiff World Championship on Sydney Harbour despite tricky conditions. Stay tuned for more action!
#18skiff #18footers #sailmedia #SailingAustralia
Weather bamboozles some at Sydney Harbour Regatta
The 2026 Nautilus Marine Insurance Sydney Harbour Regatta showcases thrilling sailing amidst unpredictable breezes, challenging competitors on the iconic harbour.
#MiddleHarbourYachtClub #MHYC #SydneyHarbourRegatta #SailingAustralia
18ft Skiffs – JJ Giltinan World Champs – Invitation Race
The 2026 JJ Giltinan 18ft Skiff World Championship kicks off in Sydney Harbour with Balmain narrowly defeating Smeg in the thrilling Invitation Race.
#18skiff #18footers #sailmedia
Cayard still on top, but Scheidt bites back at the 99th Bacardi Cup
The 2026 Bacardi Invitational Regatta begins with Heaton, Morris, Alexander, and Quintero leading in Miami’s thrilling racing conditions with heavy air fleets.
@BacardiCupInvitational #bacardi_regatta #BacardiCup
WISC Regatta 2026 brings out female helms
Stay updated with the latest sailing news from ORCV KISS ALIVE in Australia, featuring insights and updates for sailing enthusiasts everywhere.
#SailingAustralia #ORCV #KISSALIVE
World Sailing invites bids for the 2030-2031 World Sailing Championships
World Sailing is inviting bids for the 2030-2031 World Championships, the main Olympic qualifier for the Brisbane 2032 Games, showcasing Olympic-class sailing.
#WorldSailingOfficial #SailingChampionships #Brisbane2032 #SailingEvents #OlympicSailing
Finn class generates more than 2 million views for Brisbane Finn championships
The Porsche Centre Brisbane Finn Championships drew 150 sailors for epic racing, showcasing the enduring spirit of the Finn Class in Australia.
#SailingAustralia #FinnClass #BoatLife
Applications are open for the Women in Sport High Performance Pathway programme
Applications open for the Women’s High Performance Pathway (WISH) Programme, supporting female coaches in sailing to excel in elite sports.
#worldsailingofficial #WISHProgramme #WomenInSport
Spotlight on the Kiwi Waszp Nationals
Camenzind and Fyfe win at the PredictWind NZ WASZP Nationals in Manly, showcasing elite foiling racing talent and thrilling competition among 28 sailors.
#SailingNews #TheWASZP #Manly #AustralianSailing
Botín and Trittel will combine the America’s Cup with the LA28 Olympic campaign
Diego Botín and Florian Trittel plan to balance the America’s Cup with their Olympic campaign for LA28 while remaining in SailGP.
#49erSailing #Australiansailors #AmericasCup
Admiral’s Cup programs add international edge to Pallas Capital Gold Cup
The Pallas Capital Gold Cup enhances Australian sailing with international fleets, including the TP52 and Super 40 classes, fostering competitive excellence in Australia
#AustralianSailing #GoldCup #SailingNews
18ft Skiffs – International boost for JJs
The 2026 JJ Giltinan 18ft Skiff World Championship welcomes the USA team as 27 crews prepare to race on Sydney Harbour, promising thrilling international competition!
#JJGiltinan #18Skiff #sailmedia #18footers
Hat trick for Cayard and Kleen at the Bacardi Cup
Paul Cayard and Frithjof Kleen lead the 99th Bacardi Cup in Miami with a perfect score after a thrilling third race on Biscayne Bay. #BacardiCup #SailingAustralia #MiamiSailing
18ft Skiffs – Vaikobi 18ft skiff racing
Join the excitement as the 27-boat fleet competes in the JJ Giltinan 18ft Skiff World Championship 2026, featuring Vaikobi’s sponsored team on Sydney Harbour.
@Vaikobi #JJGiltinan #18Skiff #sailmedia #18footers
77 stars power across Biscayne Bay on opening day of 99th Bacardi Cup
The 99th Bacardi Cup opened in Miami with Cayard & Kleen edging competitors in a thrilling photo finish on Biscayne Bay. Get the latest updates!
@BacardiCupInvitational #bacardi_regatta #BacardiCup #SailingAustralia #StarClass
The final round of the 2025/26 Cherub States hits Toronto this weekend!
Join us at Toronto Amateur Sailing Club for the thrilling last round of the Cherub State Titles this weekend, with key info and festivities to enjoy!
#CherubStates #SailingAustralia #TorontoSailing
Magnetic Island Race Week – Eight minutes was all it took
SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week sold out in just eight minutes, showcasing its popularity in the Australian sailing calendar for 2026!
#SailingAustralia #MagneticIsland #RaceWeek
Sydney SailGP podium streak ends for the Flying Roos amid unusually challenging conditions
The BONDS Flying Roos missed the podium at the KPMG Sydney Sail Grand Prix, ending their streak after a challenging day on Sydney Harbour.
#SailGP #SydneySailing #AUSailGP
Palm Beach Motor Yachts partner with CYCA
Palm Beach Motor Yachts partners with CYCA to inspire the next generation of sailors in Sydney, fostering a legacy of sailing innovation and training.
#PalmBeachMotorYachts #CYCA #CruisingYachtClubAustralia #YouthSailing #SailingAustralia
18ft Skiffs – Queensland’s 2026 Giltinan Challenge
Queensland’s teams gear up for the 2026 JJ Giltinan 18ft Skiff Challenge after impressive national performances on Sydney Harbour. Can they win it all?
#18Skiff #sailmedia #18footers
Ibiza JoySail Superyacht Regatta on course for high-calibre international fleet
Discover the evolving entry list for Ibiza JoySail 2026, showcasing a diverse international fleet ready to compete off the breathtaking coastline of Ibiza and Formentera.
#SailingNews #IbizaJoySail #AustralianSailing
Jensen stars in green and gold debut as Flying Roos fire on home waters
Iain ‘Goobs’ Jensen shined in his Australian SailGP debut as the BONDS Flying Roos secured two wins on day one of the KPMG Sydney Sail Grand Prix. Stay tuned!
#SailGP #bondsflyingroos #SydneySailGrandPrix #AustralianSailing
Spain lead after day 1 of the Sydney SailGP
Spain tops Day One of the KPMG Sydney Sail Grand Prix with two wins, as the BONDS Flying Roos impress in front of home fans with two wins of their own. Join the excitement!
#SailGP #bondsflyingroos #KPMGSydneySailGP #AustralianSailing
