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Laser 28 - Excellent example of this great design
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Pieter-Jan Postma wins Finn World Masters
After a bizarre penultimate day in Medemblik
© Robert Deaves / www.robertdeaves.uk
ILCA Master Europeans concludes
Jon Emmett and Orlando Gledhill are crowned champions
© Thom Touw Photography / EurILCA
IRC UK National Championships
Adam Gosling's JPK 1080 Yes! crowned overall champion
© Paul Wyeth / RTYC
Royal Thames YC 250th Anniversary Regatta concludes
Perfect Solent conditions and desperately tight racing
© Paul Wyeth / www.pwpictures.com
Blaze Nationals at Pevensey Bay
A superb event on and off the water, despite the brutal conditions
© Petru Balau Sports Photography / sports.hub47.com
Hansa Class UK Nationals 2025 at the WPNSA
Hansa Class UK Nationals 2025 at the WPNSA
Sally Renoldson of the Academy and her team put together a fantastic event
The event was held at the iconic Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy, a fitting venue to decide the 2025 National Champions for each of the four Hansa classes.
by David Durston
Posted 21 Jun 19:24 BST
The Nations League Swan One Design Worlds overall
The Nations League Swan One Design Worlds overall
Earlybird clinches ClubSwan 50 World Championship title
The Porto Cervo leg of The Nations League - Swan One Design Worlds, an event organised by the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda with ClubSwan Racing, drew to a close today.
by Yacht Club Costa Smeralda
Posted 21 Jun 19:07 BST
24th Argentario Sailing Week day 3
24th Argentario Sailing Week day 3
Exemplary sportsmanship and an interview with Roberto Lacorte
With just one day to go before the final day of the Argentario Sailing Week, organised by the Yacht Club Santo Stefano with the support of the Municipality of Monte Argentario, the rankings are starting to take form, framed by continued ideal weather.
by Joseph Sawyer
Posted 21 Jun 19:00 BST
Mustang Survival sponsor J/70 Corinthian Worlds
Mustang Survival sponsor J/70 Corinthian Worlds
Being held at Marblehead, Massachusetts this September
The Eastern Yacht Club and Mustang Survival are thrilled to announce a partnership to bring the 2025 J/70 Corinthian World Championship to the waters of Marblehead, Massachusetts.
by Hannah Lynn Reid
Posted 21 Jun 15:26 BST
Royal Thames YC River Pageant preview
Royal Thames YC River Pageant preview
A ceremonial procession through central London is planned
The Royal Thames Yacht Club (RTYC), will continue its 250th Anniversary celebrations this month with a maritime celebration on the River Thames.
by Robin Tott
Posted 21 Jun 14:36 BST
Supernova Nationals 2025 Runners and Riders
Supernova Nationals 2025 Runners and Riders
A whopping 88 helms are set for the WPNSA next weekend
The Supernova National Championships is at Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy this coming weekend. With a whopping 88 entries, it's a contender for the largest adult single-handed event in the UK this year.
by Alex Reeve
Posted 21 Jun 14:30 BST
St. Maarten Heineken Regatta Notice of Race
St. Maarten Heineken Regatta Notice of Race
The Biggest Regatta in the Caribbean is Ready for 2026!
The St. Maarten Heineken Regatta has once again secured its place as the biggest regatta in the Caribbean, with 107 yachts crossing the start line and 13,000 visitors transcending upon the Port de Plaisance Regatta Village.
by St. Maarten Heineken Regatta
Posted 21 Jun 13:39 BST
Xalient Solo Nation's Cup at Lake Como Day 0
Xalient Solo Nation's Cup at Lake Como Day 0
Circolo Vela Bellano continues to welcome Solos through its gates
Circolo Vela Bellano, nestled on the banks of the eastern side of Lake Como continues to welcome Solos through its gates in readiness for what is effectively the European Championship.
by Will Loy
Posted 21 Jun 11:22 BST
Medway YC Keelboat Regatta
Medway YC Keelboat Regatta
What a blast - on the water and shoreside
The regatta was a two day event with an additional practice race on the Friday evening. The cruisers racing two races on the Saturday all within the River Medway and down river as far as the entrance at Queenborough.
by Jamie Blair
Posted 21 Jun 07:40 BST
2025 Suzuki ILCA Master Europeans overall
2025 Suzuki ILCA Master Europeans overall
Jon Emmett and Orlando Gledhill are crowned champions at Hayling island
The 2025 Suzuki ILCA Master European Championships concluded today in Hayling Island, Great Britain, after five days of competition and nine races held for both fleets. A strong wind was expected, but conditions turned out to be lighter than forecast.
by Agustín Argüelles
Posted 20 Jun 23:25 BST
Zhik and Australian Sailing renew partnership
Zhik and Australian Sailing renew partnership
For a fourth Olympic cycle
Zhik and Australian Sailing are proud to celebrate over a decade of partnership, one built on innovation, elite performance and podium success. Since 2013, the collaboration has helped deliver four Olympic gold medals and four silver medals.
by Zhik
Posted 20 Jun 22:00 BST
Finn World Masters in Medemblik overall
Finn World Masters in Medemblik overall
'Incredible' Finn World Masters closes after epic week
Pieter-Jan Postma, from The Netherlands, has won his second Finn World Masters title as the 2025 Finn World Masters drew to a close in Medemblik on Friday, after having won the title on Thursday with a day to spare.
by Robert Deaves
Posted 20 Jun 21:37 BST
24th Argentario Sailing Week day 2
24th Argentario Sailing Week day 2
Ideal wind conditions, breath-taking sea, and nothing but smiles on the docks
Peter Isler (SPARTAN), Mark Faulkner (LEONORE), Roberto Lacorte (LULUNIKKA) Ariella Cattai (CRIVIZZA), Inigo Strez (HALLOWE'EN) and Rafael Pereira Aragón (MATRERO) continue to charge ahead in the overall rankings.
by Joseph Sawyer
Posted 20 Jun 21:22 BST
30% off Vaikobi puffers - this weekend only!
30% off Vaikobi puffers - this weekend only!
There's never been a better time to zip up and stay warm
There's never been a better time to Zip up and stay warm in Vaikobi. Our quality-made Vaikobi Down Vests and Jackets are NOW 30% OFF UNTIL 22 JUNE!
by Vaikobi
Posted 20 Jun 21:00 BST
Tom Dolan's 2025 so far
Tom Dolan's 2025 so far
From victory to vision
Tom kicked off 2025 with a strong, varied schedule — combining solo races, double-handed challenges, and a standout crewed performance.
by Tom Dolan Racing
Posted 20 Jun 20:41 BST
The Nations League Swan One Design Worlds day 3
The Nations League Swan One Design Worlds day 3
Mistral makes for a perfect day
The Mistral arrived in Porto Cervo as forecast and starting procedures began on schedule at 1 p.m. on both race courses. From an initial 10 knots, the wind built to reach 18 knots during the second race of the day, shifting progressively to the left.
by Yacht Club Costa Smeralda
Posted 20 Jun 20:03 BST
ILCA 4 Youth Europeans day 1
ILCA 4 Youth Europeans day 1
Bright sunshine and steady winds in Puck, Poland
Racing kicked off today at the 2025 ILCA 4 Youth European Championships & Open European Trophy in Puck, Poland. The event was greeted with bright sunshine and ideal sailing conditions, with steady winds ranging from 11 to 14 knots.
by Agustín Argüelles
Posted 20 Jun 19:38 BST
Top quality fleet ready for Course des Caps
Top quality fleet ready for Course des Caps
2025 IMOCA Globe Series begins this weekend
The Course des Caps-Boulogne sur Mer-Banque Populaire du Nord starts from Boulogne-sur-Mer in the Pas-de-Calais on June 29th and circumnavigates the British Isles via the northern tip of the Shetland Islands.
by Ed Gorman / IMOCA Globe Series
Posted 20 Jun 18:31 BST
iQFOiL International Games set at Kieler Woche
iQFOiL International Games set at Kieler Woche
The first time this cutting-edge Olympic windsurfing class takes a leading role at the festival
All eyes will be on Kiel this week as the iQFOiL International Games begin tomorrow, Saturday, June 21, at Kieler Woche, marking the first time this cutting-edge Olympic windsurfing class takes a leading role at the iconic German sailing festival.
by Rachele Vitello
Posted 20 Jun 17:47 BST
Zhik patner with German Sailing Team
Zhik patner with German Sailing Team
And exclusive Technical Apparel Partner of the German Sailing Association
Zhik and the German Sailing Team announce a new partnership, as the innovative Australian performance apparel brand becomes exclusive Technical Apparel Partner of the German Sailing Team and the German Sailing Association (DSV).
by Zhik
Posted 20 Jun 17:00 BST
44Cup Marstrand 2025 preview
44Cup Marstrand 2025 preview
3rd event of the season in Sweden next week
Historically this is the most consistently visited venue for the high performance owner-driver RC44 one designs and their owners, which have visited the remote picture postcard island on Sweden's west coast since 2011, with the sole exception of 2016.
by 44Cup
Posted 20 Jun 15:45 BST
505 Nationals at Weymouth preview
505 Nationals at Weymouth preview
It's as if a preparatory gun has fired for the 2026 World Championship
The legendary 5o5 fleet are using the news that the World Championship will be returning to these shores as a driver to reinvigorate their fortunes.
by Dougal Henshall
Posted 20 Jun 15:01 BST
DF95 Spring Series event 10 at Barton's Point
DF95 Spring Series event 10 at Barton's Point
Penultimate event in the series for East Kent Radio SC
With a southerly wind last weeks A class Nationals course was used, re-set by Dave Adams, for the penultimate East Kent RSC DF95 Spring Series event. 13 races of the planned 16 were run in 'A' rig conditions and hot sunshine.
by Peter Jackson
Posted 20 Jun 13:23 BST
Aspen renews sponsorship for Women's Match Race
Aspen renews sponsorship for Women's Match Race
As title sponsor of the 2025 Bermuda Women's Match Racing Regatta
The Royal Bermuda Yacht Club and World Match Racing Tour has announced the return of leading speciality insurer and re-insurer ASPEN as title sponsor of the 2025 Bermuda Women's Match Racing Regatta to be held from 21-26 October.
by WMRT
Posted 20 Jun 13:03 BST
Ben Willows appointed CEO of RS Marine Group
Ben Willows appointed CEO of RS Marine Group
Embarking on the next chapter of strategic growth
RS Marine Group is proud to announce the appointment of Ben Willows as its new Chief Executive Officer.
by RS Marine Group
Posted 20 Jun 12:00 BST
All set for NEYYSA Championship at Ullswater
All set for NEYYSA Championship at Ullswater
Youth and juniors from all over the NE and Yorkshire will battle this weekend
With less than 24 hours until the first warning signal at the North Region Youth & Junior Championships organised by North East & Yorkshire Youth Sailing Association (NEYYSA) and hosted by Ullswater Yacht Club final preparations are in hand.
by Fiona Spence
Posted 20 Jun 11:04 BST
The Nations League Swan One Design Worlds day 2
The Nations League Swan One Design Worlds day 2
Light winds push race courses near the island of Caprera
Leaders of the provisional classification are: Earlybird (ClubSwan 50), Mamao (ClubSwan 36), Nadir (ClubSwan 42) and Swing (ClubSwan 28)
by Yacht Club Costa Smeralda
Posted 20 Jun 08:22 BST
Burling "excited' by Italian move
Burling "excited' by Italian move
In a media statement issued by his Media Team, Burling says he remains fully committed to his role w
In a media statement issued by his Media Team, Burling says he remains fully committed to his role with Black Foils, the New Zealand SailGP Team.
by Burling Media
Posted 20 Jun 07:38 BST
America's Cup: Burling joins the Italians
America's Cup: Burling joins the Italians
Peter Burling, the ETNZ helmsman and three-time America's Cup winner, is joining the Italians
Three times America's Cup winer, Peter Burling has joined the Italian Luna Rossa Challenger for their seventh tilt at the America's Cup.
by Luna Rossa Prada Media
Posted 20 Jun 07:13 BST
Finn World Masters in Medemblik day 4
Finn World Masters in Medemblik day 4
Pieter-Jan Postma wins after bizarre penultimate day
The penultimate day of the Finn World Masters in Medemblik threw a curveball at the fleet with very light and tricky winds, some high scores, complex racing, protests and unfinished races.
by Robert Deaves
Posted 20 Jun 05:52 BST
The Grand Tour stage 1
The Grand Tour stage 1
TGT ambassadors compete in Round Texel
Here the sailing duo of Manuel Vlacich and Franco Deganutti took part aboard a very fast Hobie Cat Tiger, in the 46th edition of the Round the Texel, the largest catamaran regatta in the world.
by Manuel Vlacich
Posted 19 Jun 22:42 BST
Nacra 15 Transition Weekend at Weston
Nacra 15 Transition Weekend at Weston
Newcomers to the class are coached and their confidence built
Following a successful Demo Day at WPNSA earlier in the year, the UK Nacra 15 Class Association welcomed six sailors to Weston SC over the weekend of June 14/15 for a Transition Weekend.
by Roger Cerrato
Posted 19 Jun 20:28 BST
24th Argentario Sailing Week day 1
24th Argentario Sailing Week day 1
West wind, calm sea and fair play set the scene for a spectacular first day of racing
Argentario Sailing Week is off to a flying start! A perfect sample of the Argentario's typical summer beauty brought idyllic weather conditions to the first day of the international regatta reserved exclusively for vintage and classic yachts.
by Joseph Sawyer
Posted 19 Jun 20:10 BST
Facing Everything and Rising
Facing Everything and Rising
Henri-Lloyd is proud to support Jazz Turner as her official clothing partner
Some vessels carry more than crew and sail; they carry a mission. At Henri-Lloyd, we're proud to spotlight individuals like Jazz who embody the spirit of exploration and innovation.
by Henri-Lloyd
Posted 19 Jun 17:00 BST
RS Aero Lago Maggiore International Regatta
RS Aero Lago Maggiore International Regatta
7th edition sees 45 boats from 10 different countries
The pretty Italian town of Cannobio on the shore of beautiful Lake Maggiore in Northern Italy saw 45 RS Aeros from 10 different countries, split across three rig sizes racing for three days.
by Jon Mills
Posted 19 Jun 16:46 BST
2000 class Nationals announces sponsor
2000 class Nationals announces sponsor
Astral Azure's support means free photos for all, and video de-briefs are possible
The 2000 Class Association is delighted to announce that old friends Astral Azure have agreed to be title headline sponsors for the 2025 2000 Nationals to be held at Hayling Island SC from Aug 17th-22nd.
by Pete Vincent
Posted 19 Jun 15:39 BST
Enterprise Thames Valley series at Frensham
Enterprise Thames Valley series at Frensham
Katrina Gilbert and Jenny Rust's three bullets win them the Packard Cup
The Enterprise Open meeting on 15th June, an event of the Thames Valley trophy, saw a fleet of seven consisting of two visitors and five home boats sharing the water with the GP14 Open.
by Roger Carter
Posted 19 Jun 12:40 BST
Performance Academy partners Magenta Foiling Team
Performance Academy partners Magenta Foiling Team
To introduce more women to foiling
The Performance Academy is excited to be supporting the Magenta Foiling Team by providing a series of foiling clinics.
by Jacob Tyson
Posted 19 Jun 10:55 BST
2025 Suzuki ILCA Master Europeans day 3
2025 Suzuki ILCA Master Europeans day 3
Canadian sailor Maura Dewey has recovered the top ILCA 6 position
With conditions very similar to the previous two days, the third day of racing at the 2025 Suzuki ILCA Master European Championships in Hayling Island concluded with two new races added to the score, bringing the total to six as scheduled.
by Agustín Argüelles
Posted 19 Jun 10:39 BST
Rolex TP52 World Championship preview
Rolex TP52 World Championship preview
The pinnacle event of the 52 SUPER SERIES will be held at Cascais
The annual Rolex TP52 World Championship represents the top tier of monohull grand prix sailing. Held as the pinnacle event of the 52 SUPER SERIES, of which Rolex is also Official Timepiece, the regatta is one of the most revered in the sport.
by Quinag
Posted 19 Jun 10:01 BST
Sir Ben Ainslie's SailGP team lands in London
Sir Ben Ainslie's SailGP team lands in London
Countdown to Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix | Portsmouth begins
With just one month to go until SailGP returns to UK shores, Sir Ben Ainslie's Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team, including Dylan Fletcher MBE, Hannah Mills OBE and Ellie Aldridge MBE, brought a taste of the action to the capital.
by Emirates GBR SailGP Team
Posted 19 Jun 08:43 BST
Phantoms at Queen Mary
Phantoms at Queen Mary
11 Phantoms walk into a reservoir...
Eleven bold (some say foolish) Phantoms descended upon QMSC, riding in on a fresh breeze — though some were fresher than others, thanks to last week's unfortunate wildlife encounter. But I digress.
by Alex Spurgeon
Posted 19 Jun 08:32 BST
Gill Optimist Early Summer Championships
Gill Optimist Early Summer Championships
Brightlingsea delivered a thrilling test of skill and adaptability
The IOCA Early Summer Championships at Brightlingsea SC delivered a thrilling test of skill and adaptability for the Optimist Fleet, with sailors battling extreme variations in wind speed and direction over two days of racing.
by IOCA (UK)
Posted 19 Jun 07:15 BST
Gitana 18, a new off the wall work
Gitana 18, a new off the wall work
A 32-metre long and 23-metre wide flying carbon giant is taking shape
For the past eighteen months, a new Maxi Edmond de Rothschild, a 32-metre long and 23-metre wide flying carbon giant, has been taking shape hidden from view behind the doors of the CDK Keroman shed in Lorient.
by Gitana Team
Posted 19 Jun 07:00 BST
The Nations League Swan One Design Worlds day 1
The Nations League Swan One Design Worlds day 1
Spectacular racing off Porto Cervo
The Nations League - Swan One Design Worlds, a regatta organised by the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda together with ClubSwan Racing, got under way on schedule this morning at 12 midday CEST.
by Yacht Club Costa Smeralda
Posted 18 Jun 23:41 BST
Competitors readying for epic battle
Competitors readying for epic battle
Distance racing is inherently an uncomfortable sport
Enjoying a spectacular evening cocktail reception overlooking Newport Harbor, one competitor in the upcoming Transatlantic Race 2025, which starts tomorrow off Castle Hill Lighthouse just after 1 pm.
by Stuart Streuli
Posted 18 Jun 23:11 BST
Finn World Masters in Medemblik day 3
Finn World Masters in Medemblik day 3
Pieter-Jan Postma continues to lead after 5 races
Pieter-Jan Postma, from The Netherlands, continues to dominate the Finn World Masters in Medemblik, The Netherlands, after a fifth race was sailed on Wednesday in a north-westerly breeze building from 8-12 knots during the afternoon.
by Robert Deaves
Posted 18 Jun 22:48 BST
Falmouth Classics 2025
Falmouth Classics 2025
A high proportion of the 159 boats were built before 1950
An eclectic fleet of classic vessels gathered on Thursday 12th June in Falmouth Harbour for the 2025 Falmouth Classics Regatta. Vessels ranged from the 48m Dutch Brig Morgenster to Teuk a 3.8m West Mersea oyster smack's tender.
by Don Garman
Posted 18 Jun 20:06 BST
Zhik and Australian Sailing renew partnership
Zhik and Australian Sailing are proud to celebrate over a decade of partnership, one built on innovation, elite performance and podium success. Since 2013, the collaboration has helped deliver four Olympic gold medals and four silver medals.
The Big Bash
Every summer the tournament rolls into town. Local and international players. A short format of the game, run over a relatively compact six-week season.
30% off Vaikobi puffers - this weekend only!
There's never been a better time to Zip up and stay warm in Vaikobi. Our quality-made Vaikobi Down Vests and Jackets are NOW 30% OFF UNTIL 22 JUNE!
The oldest video footage of Kiel Week
In our series of articles looking back in time through our video archive, we visit Germany. Kiel Week is been a crucial event on the world circuit, and here we look back at the Kieler Woche of the 60s and early 70s.
Zhik patner with German Sailing Team
Zhik and the German Sailing Team announce a new partnership, as the innovative Australian performance apparel brand becomes exclusive Technical Apparel Partner of the German Sailing Team and the German Sailing Association (DSV).
Jazz Turner's fundraising target is smashed
Jazz Turner has now passed the northern-most tip of Ireland and is on her way to the Shetland Islands, and at the same time her fundraising total of £30,000 has been smashed!
Ben Willows appointed CEO of RS Marine Group
RS Marine Group is proud to announce the appointment of Ben Willows as its new Chief Executive Officer.
The X-Yachts Gold Cup Experience
Having just returned from Haderslev, Denmark - which is the home of X-Yachts and played host to the X-Yachts Gold Cup 2025 - I was left wondering if this was a racing event, a rally or a social celebration amongst close friends.
Facing Everything and Rising
Some vessels carry more than crew and sail; they carry a mission. At Henri-Lloyd, we're proud to spotlight individuals like Jazz who embody the spirit of exploration and innovation.
Jazz Turner is now nearing Ireland
As at the 10th June Jazz is 8 days out from Brighton, and starting to near Ireland. Jazz had hoped to be further along than this, but the winds have been forcing her to stay close-hauled ever since she started.
Behind Rooster Kit: Designed by Women, for Women
Our 2025 collection brings a host of new innovations - but this one marks a real shift. Introducing the Women's Technical Shorts 2.0 — the first women-specific technical shorts in the Rooster range.
The evolving world of sailing fabrics
The sport of sailing is evolving, and the clothing we wear is changing with it. We see features such as impact protection becoming more commonplace, but there is a more subtle change happening with the fabric of the garments themselves.
Amateur Boating Photographer Competition Opens
Stoneways Marine Insurance are excited to open their annual photography competition with this year's theme being 'Joy on the water'. The judges would like to see what brings you happiness on the water - it's a free pass to let your creativity run wild.
Jazz Turner sets off around the British Isles
We have been following Jazz Turner on a quest to become the first female wheelchair user to complete a solo, non-stop, unassisted circumnavigation of the British Isles. Today she left Brighton Marina, velcro-ed to the windward side on the epic voyage.
Smart Sailing for Day Trips
When you're heading out for a sail over the weekend or a quick coastal hop, your gear needs to be as dependable and fuss-free as your boat.
The call of the mighty
See the words Admiral's Cup and you immediately think approachable, real, hardcore action, braving the elements, and glory for the victorious. As an Australian, you have King Louie (the late Lou Abrahams), and the late Sir Jim Hardy as the poster boys.