2025 Fireball World Championship Preview 2025 Fireball World Championship Preview All set for an unforgettable regatta on Lake Garda, Italy The 2025 Fireball Class Sailing World Championship will be in Italy, on the north shore of Lake Garda: it will certainly be an event full of competition, friendly atmosphere and fun! by Elena Giolai Posted 21 Nov 23:17 PST Vendée Globe Race - Day 13 - Dalin hits the front Vendée Globe Race - Day 13 - Dalin hits the front Ten of the fleet have now crossed the Equator, and are now enjoying their first day Down Under Race favorite Charlie Dalin, having made an average speed of over 19kts over the last 24hours has, as predicted in our earlier edition, run down race leader Thomas Ruydant, and now leads the Vendee Globe Race for the first time. by Richard Gladwell, Sail-World NZ Posted 21 Nov 20:45 PST 2024 44Cup Nanny Cay Day 1 2024 44Cup Nanny Cay Day 1 Team Nika on the ropes as Charisma excels Despite an unpromising forecast, Tortola came good for the opening day of the 44Cup Nanny Cay with PRO Maria Torrijo and the race team from the Royal BVI Yacht Club laying on three races, held in 6-14 knots from the east to southeast. by 44Cup Posted 21 Nov 17:11 PST 2024 South American Championship Day 1 2024 South American Championship Day 1 Strong winds, sunshine, and tight competition in Argentina Strong winds, sunshine, and tight competition define an exceptional opening day in Argentina. by ISCYRA Posted 21 Nov 15:52 PST Clipper Race Skipper: The toughest job in sailing Clipper Race Skipper: The toughest job in sailing Requiring five months of intensive preparation Tasked with leading a crew of up to 22 adventure-seekers around the world, the role of a Clipper Race Skipper is one of the most demanding leadership positions in the industry. by Clipper Race Posted 21 Nov 12:53 PST Clarisse Crémer in the Vendée Globe week 2 Clarisse Crémer in the Vendée Globe week 2 "Happy to to be where I am" Having entered a particularly active Doldrums on Wednesday, Clarisse Crémer was only stuck there for 24 hours, and has already returned to steadier winds and double-digit speeds on Thursday afternoon. by L'Occitane Sailing Team Posted 21 Nov 12:31 PST Samo Vidic wins the Yacht Racing Image Award Samo Vidic wins the Yacht Racing Image Award For the second consecutive year Slovenian yacht racing photographer Samo Vidic has claimed victory in the 14th edition of the international photo competition devoted to the sport of sailing. by Yacht Racing Image Award Posted 21 Nov 12:17 PST Vendée Globe Favourites! Vendée Globe Favourites! We ask Marine Industry personalities at METSTRADE who they are supporting You've got your favourites in the Vendée Globe, but while I was at METSTRADE, the annual gathering of the marine industry in Amsterdam, I asked various personalities who their favourites were and why! by Mark Jardine Posted 21 Nov 12:14 PST Zhik to supply the NorthStar SailGP Team Zhik to supply the NorthStar SailGP Team As official technical clothing supplier for Season 5 The NorthStar SailGP Team proudly announces ZHIK as its official technical clothing supplier for Season 5 of SailGP. by Zhik Posted 21 Nov 09:00 PST Vendée Globe Day 12 Vendée Globe Day 12 A date with a low Thomas Ruyant (VULNERABLE) took over the lead of the Vendée Globe solo race round the world very early this morning benefiting from his position to the west of his rivals which include his teammate British sailor Sam Goodchild who holds second place. by Vendee Globe Media Posted 21 Nov 08:36 PST Vendée Globe Thursday Afternoon Update Vendée Globe Thursday Afternoon Update Flying South! Plus exclusive Knut Frostad interview The leaders in the Vendée Globe have now escaped the Doldrums and are flying at 20+ knots towards the eastern tip of South America. by Mark Jardine Posted 21 Nov 07:40 PST Introducing the Red Bull Italy SailGP Team Introducing the Red Bull Italy SailGP Team Led by double Olympic gold medallist Ruggero Tita as driver The 12th and final team to join the most exciting racing on water ahead of the 2025 Season has been revealed today - the Red Bull Italy SailGP Team hits the startline this weekend at the Emirates Dubai Sail Grand Prix, presented by P&O Marinas. by SailGP Posted 21 Nov 07:00 PST Selection system for 2025 Team Race Worlds Selection system for 2025 Team Race Worlds US Sailing announces the requirements for next year's event US Sailing, the National Governing Body for sailing in the United States, is pleased to announce the athlete selection system and requirements for the highly anticipated 2025 Team Race World Championship. by US Sailing Posted 21 Nov 06:20 PST iQFOiL International Games in Shenzhen day 2 iQFOiL International Games in Shenzhen day 2 Light and inconsistent winds early in the day cause delays Day Two of the iQFOiL Asian Championships and iQFOiL International Games brought a packed schedule of races across all fleets, after a challenging start on the opening day, yesterday. by iQFOiL Class Communications Posted 21 Nov 05:26 PST New classes at Foiling Week Pensacola 2025 New classes at Foiling Week Pensacola 2025 Adding three fast-foiling boards and an 'open' class discipline Foiling Week Pensacola 2025's line-up has been bolstered with the addition of three fast-foiling boards and an 'open' class discipline, taking it to fourteen classes participating so far. by We Are Foiling Posted 21 Nov 05:10 PST How navigation tech is protecting our seabeds How navigation tech is protecting our seabeds Seagrass meadows store 10% of the ocean's carbon Just under two years into partnering together and more responsible sailing and seagrass conservation has been put on the map by Clean Sailors, the Ocean Conservation Trust (OCT) and Savvy Navvy. by Savvy Navvy Posted 21 Nov 04:00 PST Call for Bids Call for Bids 49er and Nacra 17 Classes invite expressions of interest for 2026-2028 The 49er and Nacra 17 Classes invite expressions of interest from host cities, sailing clubs, and organizations to bid by Alexia Lahoud / 49er and Nacra 17 Sailing Posted 21 Nov 02:10 PST Vendée Globe Thursday Morning Update Vendée Globe Thursday Morning Update Escape from the Doldrums! The leaders of the Vendée Globe are just now releasing themselves from the grip of the Intertropical Convergence Zone, preparing themselves for the Equator and a ride down the South Atlantic. by Mark Jardine Posted 20 Nov 23:12 PST Vendée Globe Race - Day 12 - Ruyant leads Vendée Globe Race - Day 12 - Ruyant leads Thomas Ruyant takes over lead. Keel problems for Fabrice Amedeo Sam Goodchild continues to lead the Vendee Globe Race for the second successive day, as leaders clear the Doldrums. Race control has reported Keel problem for Fabrice Amedeo on Nexans - Wewise. by Richard Gladwell, Sail-World NZ Posted 20 Nov 18:37 PST Eight teams jockey for 2024 44Cup podium in BVI Eight teams jockey for 2024 44Cup podium in BVI Racing sets sail Thursday out of Nanny Cay, Tortola in the British Virgin Islands Racing sets sail Thursday out of Nanny Cay, Tortola in the British Virgin Islands for the concluding event of the 2024 44Cup. by 44Cup Posted 20 Nov 16:40 PST Star South Americans set to begin in Argentina Star South Americans set to begin in Argentina 31 teams ready to compete on the Rio de Plata The 2024 South American Championship is set to kick off in Buenos Aires, Argentina, from November 20 to 23, bringing together 31 teams from around the world. by ISCYRA Posted 20 Nov 16:35 PST SiFi says the Doldrums could be messy SiFi says the Doldrums could be messy And look out for Dalin in the the Vendée Globe The Doldrums might cause a big shake-up at the front of the fleet and watch out for Charlie Dalin are two of the key messages from Simon Fisher as this fascinating Vendée Globe reaches the end of its 10th day. by Ed Gorman / IMOCA Globe Series Posted 20 Nov 12:25 PST Vendée Globe Day 11 Vendée Globe Day 11 Richomme rockets to new 24 hour distance record One week on exactly since Nico Lunven (HOLCIM-PRB) set a new solo 24 hours monohull distance record, Paprec Arkéa solo skipper Yoann Richomme dramatically bettered that mark this morning on the Vendée Globe. by Vendee Globe Media Posted 20 Nov 10:02 PST iQFOiL International Games in Shenzhen day 1 iQFOiL International Games in Shenzhen day 1 A typhoon passing not too far from the coast created unstable wind and heavy rain The first day of racing at the iQFOiL Asian Championships and iQFOiL International Games faced challenging conditions, with only the Senior Men's fleet managing to complete a race. by iQFOiL Class Communications Posted 20 Nov 08:34 PST 29er Eurocup Series 2025 official schedule 29er Eurocup Series 2025 official schedule 11 events across Europe at renowned sailing venues Following the incredible success of the 2024 edition, the Notice of Series (NOS) has officially been published, revealing the event schedule, rules, and essential details for competitors, coaches, and fans. by International 29er Class Posted 20 Nov 07:26 PST America's Cup: Ben Ainslie reflects America's Cup: Ben Ainslie reflects Ben Ainslie's thoughts subsequent to his riposte to the Kiwi sport commentator Topics covered include his most memorable moment of the Cup, his thoughts subsequent to his riposte to the Kiwi sport commentator and much more in this frank review of the Brits performance in the 2024 America's Cup. by Ainslie and Ainslie Posted 20 Nov 06:26 PST Vendée Globe Race - Day 11 - Speed record Vendée Globe Race - Day 11 - Speed record Sam Goodchild take over lead, Yoann Richomme sets a new single handed monohull speed record Sam Goodchild (Vulnerable) is the new Vendée Globe Race leader. Yoann Richomme sets a new 24hr distance record 551.84nm. Latest daily review/update video report. by Richard Gladwell, Sail-World NZ Posted 20 Nov 06:19 PST New Rooster products for 2025 New Rooster products for 2025 We spoke to Steve Cockerill and Kate Morrison to take a look at what they've got in store for us! Rooster have been innovating in sailing clothing for 25 years. At METSTRADE 2024 I spoke to Steve Cockerill and Kate Morrison to find out what's new for 2025. After a quarter of a century the team certainly aren't resting on their laurels! by Mark Jardine Posted 20 Nov 00:00 PST 2025 Tasar Europeans and Worlds set for Lake Garda 2025 Tasar Europeans and Worlds set for Lake Garda The Italian lake has long been a mecca for sailors around the globe The excitement in the Tasar sailing community is building as they prepare to have their European and World Championships 2025 in the renowned sailing haven of Lake Garda, Italy. by Heather Forton Posted 19 Nov 23:22 PST 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race media launch 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race media launch A diverse and competitive fleet of 108 yachts is set to compete A fleet of 108 yachts is set to take on the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia's (CYCA) 79th Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race (RSHYR) on 26 December at 1300 hours. by RSHYR Media Posted 19 Nov 23:20 PST Vendée Globe Wednesday Morning Update Vendée Globe Wednesday Morning Update Dodging the Doldrums Within the next few hours the leaders in the Vendée Globe will enter the Doldrums, the Intertropical Convergence Zone between the weather systems in the North and South Atlantic, which is notoriously fickle and unpredictable. by Mark Jardine Posted 19 Nov 22:22 PST 18ft Skiff Sixt Spring Championship Final Preview 18ft Skiff Sixt Spring Championship Final Preview The Rag & Famish Hotel team have dominated the season so far Three of the best teams in 2024-25 season fleet put on a great exhibition of power, speed racing in a 25-30 knot nor'easter on Sydney Harbour last Sunday with only a few secs separating them for more than two-thirds of the long course by Frank Quealey Posted 19 Nov 18:54 PST Muller & Barnard elected as representatives Muller & Barnard elected as representatives For US Sailing on Team USA Athletes' Commission On Friday, November 15, Luke Muller (Fort Pierce, FL) was elected as the next Team USA Athletes' Commission Representative for US Sailing, the National Governing Body (NGB) for the sport. by US Sailing Team Posted 19 Nov 15:49 PST Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race preview Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race preview 2024 edition will be the 79th of the 628-nautical mile (1,163 kilometre) offshore race Since its inauguration nearly 80 years ago, the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race has built an esteemed global reputation and become one of the most famous fixtures on the international sporting calendar. by Quinag Posted 19 Nov 15:19 PST Ragtime nears refit completion Ragtime nears refit completion Ragtime's Back on the Water: New Era for John Spencer's SLED Design The legendary racing yacht Ragtime, known for reshaping racing yacht design in the 1970s, is approaching a new milestone in her current refit with a modern carbon mast set for installation this November. by Ragtime Posted 19 Nov 15:06 PST SailGP: Black Foils step up to Season 5 SailGP: Black Foils step up to Season 5 Black Foils will face two new teams and changes to most of the fleet's line ups in Dubai Arriving in Dubai ahead of the opening event of the biggest SailGP season yet, the Black Foils are thriving on the unknown and enthusiasm of fresh faces in what is expected to be an unpredictable start to racing. by Black Foils Media Posted 19 Nov 14:25 PST iQFOiL International Games start tomorrow iQFOiL International Games start tomorrow With Asian Championships in Shenzhen, China The 2024 iQFOiL Asian Championships and iQFOiL Youth & Junior Asian Championships, alongside the iQFOiL International Games, have begun in Shenzhen, Yantian District, China. by iQFOiL Class Communications Posted 19 Nov 11:02 PST Vendée Globe Day 10 Vendée Globe Day 10 A birthday bonus for Goodchild but Doldrums beckon Having battled for the best part of three days to the escape Doldrum like conditions which have prevailed in place of the trade winds that would normally have been accelerating the Vendée Globe fleet south at speed, now it is time for the real thing. by Vendee Globe Media Posted 19 Nov 09:19 PST SailGP and Vendee Globe news SailGP and Vendee Globe news SailGP Season 5, Vendee Globe, and Sailing Grand Slam news While much of the global sailing news cycle is (rightly) focused on the Vendee Globe fleet, which left Les Sables d'Olonne, France, on November 10 bound for a planetary lap via the three great capes, SailGP is also having a moment. by David Schmidt Posted 19 Nov 08:00 PST RS Venture Connect Worlds awarded certification RS Venture Connect Worlds awarded certification Silver Level Clean Regatta The RS Venture Connect Class Association is proud to announce that the 2024 World Championship has been awarded Silver Level Clean Regatta Certification by Sailors for the Sea. by RS Venture Class Association Posted 19 Nov 07:28 PST