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Emirates GBR storm to top of event leaderboard
After Day One of SailGP Portsmouth debut
© Ricardo Pinto for SailGP
2025 Admiral's Cup underway
The Channel Race starts in the Solent
© James Tomlinson / RORC
Long Beach Olympic Classes Regatta Day 4
ILCA 6 & 7, Men's & Women's Formula Kite and 470 Mixed Teams Wrap Up
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Tom Gillard surpasses dad Alan's record
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Enzo Balanger wins Moth Worlds
Malcesine crowns the new champion
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Fuerteventura PWA Grand Slam Day 2
Fuerteventura PWA Grand Slam Day 2
Sarah-Quita Offringa & Maciek Rutkowski assume control
Day two of the 2025 Fuerteventura PWA Grand Slam didn't disappointment as the Sotavento wind machine continued, although slightly lighter than yesterday, especially earlier on in the day.
by Chris Yates
Posted 20 Jul 12:52 BST
The oldest footage of Wayfarer dinghy sailing
The oldest footage of Wayfarer dinghy sailing
A look back into our video archive, from 1964 to 1995
Our video archive is fully searchable, and updated weekly with the latest sailing videos, but here we look back at early cruising in the Wayfarer dinghy class, just as popular as racing in them.
by Magnus Smith
Posted 20 Jul 12:00 BST
One month to the 20th Palermo-Montecarlo Regatta
One month to the 20th Palermo-Montecarlo Regatta
A major international edition is under way for the regatta's twentieth anniversary
The Palermo-Montecarlo regatta is approaching its twentieth anniversary, a prestigious milestone that seems to have arrived in a flash, since that distant August 2005, the year with the debut victory of a legendary yacht, the Steinlager II oceanic ketch.
by Palermo-Montecarlo
Posted 20 Jul 09:26 BST
Women on the Water (WoW) at Stewartby Water
Women on the Water (WoW) at Stewartby Water
Inaugural gathering of its newly formed group
On the 12th of July, Stewartby Sailing Club witnessed the inaugural gathering of its newly formed Women on the Water (WoW) group. The day was graced with excellent sailing conditions, featuring a light to moderate breeze and clear blue skies.
by Sarah Binstead
Posted 20 Jul 08:50 BST
Fuerteventura PWA Grand Slam Day 1
Fuerteventura PWA Grand Slam Day 1
Fuerte by name, Fuerte by nature as winds exceed 40 knots
Fuerte by name, Fuerte by nature as winds exceed 40 knots to test mettle of world's best racers as Femke van der Veen and Pierre Mortefon lead overnight rankings.
by Chris Yates
Posted 20 Jul 08:35 BST
Lymington CraftInsure Silver Scorpion Open Day 1
Lymington CraftInsure Silver Scorpion Open Day 1
Joining the town's regatta for the third year running
Fourteen Scorpions accepted the Lymington Town SC and Royal Lymington YC invitations to enjoy a class start in their regatta for the third year, a great addition to the CraftInsure Silver Scorpion Open Meeting circuit.
by Nick Lightbody
Posted 20 Jul 08:20 BST
WASZP Games 2025: Women's Sprint Championship
WASZP Games 2025: Women's Sprint Championship
Tight racing as the female sailors went head-to-head on the SailGP sprint course
The start of the WASZP Women's Sprint Championship delivered a spectacular showcase of talent, tactics, and tight racing as female sailors went head-to-head on the SailGP sprint course.
by Nicola Hoyle
Posted 20 Jul 06:22 BST
Long Beach Olympic Classes Regatta day 6
Long Beach Olympic Classes Regatta day 6
Staying in pressure on day two for the Skiffs, Boards and Multihulls
While yesterday's theme was Super Death Reaching and survival, today was a 10...stay in the pressure!
by Long Beach Yacht Club
Posted 20 Jul 05:55 BST
Slingsby's crew in Top 3
Slingsby's crew in Top 3
Despite 'Sword and Shield' conditions on the Solent
The Bonds Flying Roos remain firmly in the hunt for a place in tomorrow's winner-takes-all Final at the Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix in Portsmouth, finishing the opening day in third place.
by BONDS Flying Roos
Posted 19 Jul 22:24 BST
Emirates GBR top the leaderboard
Emirates GBR top the leaderboard
On day one of the Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix
Home team Emirates GBR is top of the leaderboard after day one of the Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix in Portsmouth. The British crew, driven by Olympic gold medallist Dylan Fletcher, delighted the 10,000 fans on Southsea Common.
by Emirates GBR SailGP Team
Posted 19 Jul 20:20 BST
Emirates GBR storm to top of event leaderboard
Emirates GBR storm to top of event leaderboard
After Day One of SailGP Portsmouth debut
Hometown glory for Dylan Fletcher's Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team as they lead the fleet after a picture perfect opening day of the Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix | Portsmouth.
by SailGP
Posted 19 Jul 19:52 BST
2025 Admiral's Cup RORC Channel Race kicks off
2025 Admiral's Cup RORC Channel Race kicks off
The key today, as with the entire Admiral's Cup, is consistency
The RORC Channel Race started in light downwind breeze in the central Solent with a flooding tide. The spinnaker start for the 30 Admiral's Cup boats, in tight formation with the tide, would have had nerves jangling on board.
by Louay Habib / RORC
Posted 19 Jul 19:00 BST
Mark Wright & Jamie Redknapp sail the F50
Mark Wright & Jamie Redknapp sail the F50
Joining the Emirates GBR SailGP Team on-board ahead of the Portsmouth SailGP event
Mark Wright and Jamie Redknapp joined Emirates GBR on-board the team's F50 race boat ahead of the Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix in Portsmouth this weekend.
by Emirates GBR SailGP Team
Posted 19 Jul 14:58 BST
Solo Spring Championship Re-sail at Hill Head
Solo Spring Championship Re-sail at Hill Head
19 sailors were greeted to a classic day on the Solent
This event was a reschedule of the Solo Spring Championship, and as such, Hill Head SC offered up the possibility to combine it with their Southern Series event.
by Nigel Thomas
Posted 19 Jul 14:49 BST
Emirates GBR tops Impact League standings
Emirates GBR tops Impact League standings
SailGP team wins second focus area - Accelerating Inclusion
SailGP has announced the winners of the second Focus Area of its industry-leading Impact League - Emirates GBR SailGP Team - as the home-team and defending Impact League champions get set for an epic weekend of racing in Portsmouth, July 19-20.
by SailGP
Posted 19 Jul 14:15 BST
Calling all Mirror Sailors...
Calling all Mirror Sailors...
Get your entry in for the Nationals at Netley Sailing Club!
Now is your time... if you haven't heard, Netley Sailing Club on the sunny south coast is hosting this year's Mirror Nationals.
by Terry Hunt
Posted 19 Jul 14:13 BST
Gran Canaria, World Wingfoil capital again
Gran Canaria, World Wingfoil capital again
Cementing its place on the global stage of nautical sports
For the third year in a row, Gran Canaria cements its place on the global stage of nautical sports as it hosts a key event on the Global Wingsports Association (GWA) World Tour: the Gran Canaria GWA Wingfoil World Cup 2025.
by Gabinete de prensa
Posted 19 Jul 13:00 BST
75 Years on the Water
75 Years on the Water
GP14 class release Anniversary Book
From its concept in 1949, with prototypes taken to Dovey Sailing Club in Aberdovey, testing if the boat floated in the Dovey estuary, the book 75 YEARS ON THE WATER, shows that the Class has not only a history but a future.
by Ann Penny
Posted 19 Jul 11:01 BST
Cape 31 Med Circuit Round 4 at Imperia Day 1
Cape 31 Med Circuit Round 4 at Imperia Day 1
Two races sailed in light and tricky conditions
The Cape 31 fleet kicked off racing in Imperia with two races sailed in light and tricky conditions, demanding patience and precision from teams across the board.
by Tor Tomlinson Cheney
Posted 19 Jul 09:08 BST
Long Beach Olympic Classes Regatta day 5
Long Beach Olympic Classes Regatta day 5
Wind gusting to 18 knots on day one for the Skiffs, Boards and Multihulls
At the top of their classes, competitors got Long Beach's finest on Thursday, wind gusting to 18 with waves and sunshine....perfect conditions. The steady offshore breeze and classic Long Beach conditions will deliver tight races between competitors.
by Long Beach Yacht Club
Posted 19 Jul 05:13 BST
2025 WASZP Pre-Games in Weymouth overall
2025 WASZP Pre-Games in Weymouth overall
Light winds prevailed for the final day
Light winds prevailed for the final day of the WASZP Pre-Games, seeing the racing postponed as sailors waited for the breeze to make up its mind.
by Nicola Hoyle
Posted 19 Jul 03:57 BST
Aussies hunt 'Ashes on Water' win
Aussies hunt 'Ashes on Water' win
The BONDS Flying Roos are looking to bounce back with a vengeance in Portsmouth
Fresh off a bruising weekend in New York, the BONDS Flying Roos are looking to bounce back with a vengeance as they take on long time rivals Great Britain in their home waters at the Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix, held in Portsmouth.
by BONDS Flying Roos
Posted 18 Jul 22:27 BST
Star-studded Admiral's Cup press conference
Star-studded Admiral's Cup press conference
Excitement is building in Cowes ahead of the revived event
Excitement is building in Cowes ahead of the 2025 Admiral's Cup. On Friday 18th July, the Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC) hosted an official press conference at its Cowes Clubhouse.
by Louay Habib/RORC
Posted 18 Jul 22:20 BST
4 Ultim rocketships to contest Rolex Fastnet Race
4 Ultim rocketships to contest Rolex Fastnet Race
The giant 32m long by 23m wide flying trimarans are taking part in the 100th anniversary edition
While the 50ft flying catamarans competing at SailGP Portsmouth this weekend will be impressive, charging out of the opposite western end of the Solent will be giant 32m long by 23m wide flying Ultim trimarans taking part in the 100th anniversary edition.
by James Boyd / RORC
Posted 18 Jul 19:44 BST
SailGP comes to Portsmouth!
SailGP comes to Portsmouth!
We speak to the sailors ahead of the weekend
The Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix | Portsmouth takes place this weekend, with the 12 teams competing in F50 catamarans close to the waterfront, where a massive grandstand has been built for the spectators.
by Mark Jardine
Posted 18 Jul 18:41 BST
Next RYA Connected Webinar: Keeping Sailing Safe
Next RYA Connected Webinar: Keeping Sailing Safe
Creating Policies and Getting Criminal Records Checks Right
Join us on Monday the 28th July at 7pm for our next Connected Webinar - Keeping Sailing Safe: Creating Policies and Getting Criminal Records Checks Right.
by Gareth Brookes
Posted 18 Jul 16:00 BST
The Curtain Falls on the 2025 Moth Worlds
The Curtain Falls on the 2025 Moth Worlds
A week of Wind, Talent, and Great Sailing in Malcesine
After 6 intense days of racing, the 2025 Moth World Championship officially came to a close on Sunday. Hosted by Fraglia Vela Malcesine from July 6 to 13, this extraordinary event brought together 137 sailors from 25 countries on the waters of Lake Garda.
by Fraglia Vela Malcesine
Posted 18 Jul 15:04 BST
Elite Training at New Sailing Centre
Elite Training at New Sailing Centre
Canash Beach, St Vincent, hosts international sailors
The SVG Sailing Association held a successful High Performance Race Training Clinic, at the newly established High Performance Centre at Canash Beach, St Vincent. The four-day event ran from July 13th to 16th.
by SVG Sailing Association
Posted 18 Jul 14:51 BST
McIntyre Mini Globe Race Leg 3 Preview
McIntyre Mini Globe Race Leg 3 Preview
The race to South Africa starts from Vuda Marina Fiji on 26th July
In a world-first sailing challenge, 15 solo sailors from eight countries are navigating identical 5.8-meter (19-foot) self-built plywood yachts around the globe— The fleet has enjoyed a five week stopover in Fiji at the end of Leg 2.
by McIntyre Mini Globe Race
Posted 18 Jul 14:25 BST
Third time Finn World No.1 for Alessandro Marega
Third time Finn World No.1 for Alessandro Marega
Maintaining the top spot in the Finn World Ranking List
Italy's Alessandro Marega maintains the top spot in the Finn World Ranking List for the third consecutive release. He remains World No. 1 with an 80-point lead over France's Laurent Hay.
by Robert Deaves
Posted 18 Jul 14:18 BST
Comets at Shustoke
Comets at Shustoke
Sunscreen was applied liberally and hydration levels were questioned
Shustoke Sailing Club hosted its Comet Open on Sunday 13th July under blazing skies and soaring temperatures as the summer heatwave showed no signs of abating. Sunscreen was applied liberally and hydration levels were questioned.
by Dave Turtle
Posted 18 Jul 14:10 BST
OK Nationals at Dabchicks overall
OK Nationals at Dabchicks overall
Oli Davenport wins on West Mersea island
Thirty OKs gathered at Dabchicks SC on West Mersea island from 12th-15th July for the 2025 OK Dinghy National Championships. With the European Championships having been held just a week or so earlier some notable sailors were absent.
by Karen Robertson
Posted 18 Jul 13:36 BST
Mengeham Rythe Sailing Club celebrates 75 years
Mengeham Rythe Sailing Club celebrates 75 years
On a sun-drenched weekend in late June, Mengeham Creek came alive with celebration
On a sun-drenched weekend in late June, Mengeham Creek came alive with celebration.
by Cat Dawtrey
Posted 18 Jul 13:05 BST
The International Moths are back in Torquay
The International Moths are back in Torquay
For their UK Nationals in September
The Royal Torbay Yacht Club is pleased to announce that the prestigious International Moth National Championship will be held in Torquay from September 3rd - 7th 2025.
by Bob Penfold
Posted 18 Jul 11:48 BST
World Sailing Nations Cup to make grand return
World Sailing Nations Cup to make grand return
After a seven-year hiatus, World Sailing has officially opened the bid process for host cities
After a seven-year hiatus, the World Sailing Nations Cup, the ultimate event to crown the world's top match-racing nations, is making its much-anticipated return.
by World Sailing
Posted 18 Jul 10:08 BST
Trophies arrive at RNIYC in advance of Eurocup
Trophies arrive at RNIYC in advance of Eurocup
RS400 UK & Irish National Championship starts in just over a fortnight
Royal North of Ireland Yacht Club took delivery of the prize ware for the upcoming RS400 Eurocup and UK/Irish Nationals 3rd-8th August.
by Gerry Reid
Posted 18 Jul 09:46 BST
2025 WASZP Pre-Games in Weymouth Day 2
2025 WASZP Pre-Games in Weymouth Day 2
A classic British summer's day as sailors launched beneath a blanket of grey cloud and drizzle
The second day of the WASZP Pre-Games served up a classic British summer's day as sailors launched beneath a blanket of grey cloud and with a hug of fresh drizzle.
by Nicola Hoyle
Posted 18 Jul 06:24 BST
Dates set for 2026 Congressional Cup & Ficker Cup
Dates set for 2026 Congressional Cup & Ficker Cup
2026 will mark the 61st edition of the iconic Congressional Cup event
The LBYC and World Match Racing Tour today announced the dates for the 2026 Long Beach Yacht Club Congressional Cup and Ficker Cup, both official stages of the World Match Racing Tour, the longest running global professional sailing series.
by World Match Racing Tour
Posted 17 Jul 23:54 BST
British Contender Association training at Oxford
British Contender Association training at Oxford
Aimed at those joining the fleet, as well as those working through the mid-fleet
Once again Oxford Sailing Club hosted the Contender class to allow them to iron out those boat handling, speed and tactical creases, that accumulate from the washing machine of club and open sailing.
by BCA
Posted 17 Jul 22:35 BST
Emirates GBR ready for battle
Emirates GBR ready for battle
As SailGP's fast and furious racing returns to UK shores this weekend
The Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix takes place in Portsmouth on 19/20 July, with 20,000 fans expected to line the shore at Southsea Common to witness 12 national teams compete in identical foiling 50ft catamarans.
by Emirates GBR SailGP Team
Posted 17 Jul 22:31 BST
Border Counties Midweek Sailing Series at Bala
Border Counties Midweek Sailing Series at Bala
24 boats of varying classes took to the waters of Llyn Tegid
Llyn Tegid saw the Border Counties Midweek Sailing Tuesday club return for another great day of sailing on this large lake winds were predicted and they didn't disappoint with a good breeze throughout the day.
by Dave Thomas
Posted 17 Jul 22:22 BST
Middle Sea Race fleet continues to build
Middle Sea Race fleet continues to build
Global fleet is equally diverse in terms of experience, with debutants and serial attendees
The 2025 Rolex Middle Sea Race is scheduled to start on Saturday, 18 October. Yachts ranging in size from 9.75 to 22 metres (32 to 72 feet) have entered so far representing 14 nations, including Australia, Argentina, China and the United States.
by Rolex Middle Sea Race Media
Posted 17 Jul 21:59 BST
Wayfarer Eastern Area Championship at Medway
Wayfarer Eastern Area Championship at Medway
Held in memory of Richard Stone
The Craftinsure UK Wayfarer National Circuit - Eastern Area Championships returned to Medway Yacht Club for the first time since 2023 over the weekend, drawing a strong contingent of visitors and fleet front-runners from across the country.
by Sam Pygall
Posted 17 Jul 21:29 BST
Ian Williams - Eight times WMRT champion
Ian Williams - Eight times WMRT champion
Shirley Robertson is joined by eight-time World Match Racing Champion Ian Williams
Shirley Robertson is joined by eight-time World Match Racing Champion Ian Williams, as the duo get together to discuss Williams' career at the sharp end of the most combative discipline in the sport of competitive sailing.
by Shirley Robertson
Posted 17 Jul 17:50 BST
Loch Long Week 2025 Preview
Loch Long Week 2025 Preview
64th edition to be held next week at Cove Sailing Club, Argyll
This year it is the turn of Cove Sailing Club, Argyll to host the annual sailing regatta for the 64th Loch Long One Design Class.
by Tom Walker
Posted 17 Jul 17:30 BST
Snipe Open at Stone
Snipe Open at Stone
The event saw competitors from several countries and representation from 3 continents
Saturday 12th July, the Snipe open at Stone began with 28 boats competing. The event saw competitors from several countries and representation from 3 continents. In the spirit of keeping competitors on their toes, a club line was used for the starts.
by Audrey Foley and Connor Line
Posted 17 Jul 16:53 BST
Dart 15 National Championship at Bridlington
Dart 15 National Championship at Bridlington
42 competitors arrived to a very warm welcome from the Royal Yorkshire YC
A stellar weekend of champagne sailing for our first visit to Bridlington - the 2025 Dart 15 fleet Nationals sponsored by Noble Marine insurance really was a weekend to remember!
by Jenny Ball
Posted 17 Jul 15:47 BST
Protector RIBs keep pace with SailGP's high-speeds
Protector RIBs keep pace with SailGP's high-speeds
At Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix | Porsmouth
When SailGP returns to UK waters this weekend (19-20 July) for the much-anticipated Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix | Portsmouth, all eyes will be on the thrilling racing action on the Solent - and Protector RIBs will be right there keeping pace.
by Ancasta
Posted 17 Jul 14:30 BST
Next RYA Connected Webinar: Keeping Sailing Safe
Join us on Monday the 28th July at 7pm for our next Connected Webinar - Keeping Sailing Safe: Creating Policies and Getting Criminal Records Checks Right.
SailGP comes to Portsmouth!
The Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix | Portsmouth takes place this weekend, with the 12 teams competing in F50 catamarans close to the waterfront, where a massive grandstand has been built for the spectators.
Protector RIBs keep pace with SailGP's high-speeds
When SailGP returns to UK waters this weekend (19-20 July) for the much-anticipated Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix | Portsmouth, all eyes will be on the thrilling racing action on the Solent - and Protector RIBs will be right there keeping pace.
Double Double
On the eve of the 100th Fastnet that has attracted some 464 entries, I heard of one entry in this record fleet that seemed so very apt. Not only because it includes the Commodore of the RORC, but because it combines two Brits and two Aussies.
The WASZP Games: A decade in the making
The WASZP Games at the Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy (WPNSA) has been a decade in the making for Duncan & Emma Hepplewhite at SailingFast, so seeing it come to fruition is a proud moment for them and the team.
Jazz Turner Video Interview
I travelled to Brighton Marina to catch up with Jazz, talking about her own sailing, the challenges she faced during the circumnavigation, how the money raised will be used, and a glimpse of her future projects!
Double Podium For Team Allen
Representing Team Allen through its French distributor, XPO, Enzo Ballanger sailed fully equipped with Allen hardware to a dominant victory at the 2025 International Moth World Championship.
Understanding sMRT Alert with Jack Sharland
Man Overboard Devices have come a long way in the last few years with more features packed into smaller devices, but with all these features it can sometimes be difficult to understand what they all do.
World premieres, new models and turnkey solutions
When you're enjoying time out on the water this summer, let your thoughts drift to next season - could your boating experience be enhanced with a new yacht?
The Ocean Race Europe Video Preview
The Ocean Race Europe will take place between 10 August & 21 September, following a debut event in the summer of 2021. The racing is in IMOCA yachts, the same as the Vendée Globe, but this time with 4 crew and an OBR who will document the action on board.
The Iconic Admiral's Cup Returns!
After a long hiatus, this prestigious international yachting regatta makes its grand comeback from 17- 31 July at The Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC) in Cowes, Isle of Wight.
Foiling Frenzy at Fraglia Vela Malcesine
The Moth Worlds at Lake Garda are something else! Regardless of where sailors are in their careers, or the reputation they have, everyone wants to be there and have a tilt at the title.
Excellent Olympic Season Openers for GP Watercraft
The first two Olympic events of 2025 proved a very positive start to the season for GP Watercraft and their Bermudan ILCA sailors: Sebastian Kempe (ILCA 7) and Adriana Penruddocke (ILCA 6) who are both coached by Shaun Priestley of GP Watercraft.
The oldest video footage of Moth sailing
We delve into our video archive to find the oldest possible videos that show Moth racing. Are these International Moths, British Moths... or was the name still Olive, Inverloch 11ft, National Moth or Brent One-Design?!
Is Your Boat Ready for Racing Season?
From fine-tuning your rigging to quick repairs before a race, keeping your boat in top condition doesn't need to be complicated. ?
The power of tech
What is the cost of safety? How do you measure it? More importantly, how do you appreciate it?