71st Regata dei Tre Golfi Finish 71st Regata dei Tre Golfi Finish Galateia is once again the star of the IMA Maxi Europeans opening offshore race Galateia is once again the star of the Tre Golfi Sailing Week. The Wally 100 owned by David Leuschen and Chris Flowers claimed line honours in the 71st Regata dei Tre Golfi for the second consecutive year, the offshore race opening the IMA Maxi Europeans. by Tre Golfi Sailing Week Posted 23 May 18:15 BST 2026 ORC DH Worlds Long Offshore Race day 2 2026 ORC DH Worlds Long Offshore Race day 2 Long Offshore Race enters second day with tight battles across all classes The three-class fleet racing in the 2026 ORC Double Handed Worlds Long Offshore Race got off to a solid start off the beach in Scheveningen, and is making good progress towards finishes expected in the late hours tonight. by Offshore Racing Congress Posted 23 May 18:05 BST National 12 90th Anniversary celebration preview National 12 90th Anniversary celebration preview Come and celebrate at Whitefriars SC in May or at Royal Harwich YC in July Come and celebrate N1 Gipsy's 90th birthday at the Royal Harwich YC over the weekend of the 18th & 19th July! This event will include more Blood Red National Series racing as well as Vintage and 4 Plank racing. by Graham Camm Posted 23 May 15:43 BST 2027 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta update 2027 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta update Pre-registration is open and three yachts have already signed up Pre-registration for the 2027 Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta is now open, and we invite owners, captains, crews, and friends to join us once again in Antigua for another unforgettable celebration of classic yachting. by Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta Posted 23 May 14:11 BST Steering the Course 2026 returns Steering the Course 2026 returns World Sailing encourages sailors around the world to 'Give to Gain' Steering the Course, World Sailing's global women's sailing festival, is back this year with two opportunities to celebrate and promote women's sailing, inspire women and girls to discover the sport, and bring the community together. by World Sailing Posted 23 May 14:10 BST Cowes Week announces North Sails as title sponsor Cowes Week announces North Sails as title sponsor New partnership sees return of the iconic fireworks for the Bicentenary Regatta New partnership sees the return of the iconic fireworks for the North Sails Cowes Week Bicentenary regatta. by North Sails Posted 23 May 12:00 BST Kieler Woche feedback optimizes service quality Kieler Woche feedback optimizes service quality Sailors from up to 60 nations are once again expected to attend Kieler Woche is significantly improving service quality for all participants and setting new standards in digital communication. The modernization of its visibility goes hand in hand with enhanced sporting quality in the sailing regatta. by Kieler Woche Posted 23 May 11:15 BST America's Cup: Easing breeze - Day 2 at Cagliari America's Cup: Easing breeze - Day 2 at Cagliari The PredictWind forecast concurs with the official one, but shows the breeze beginning to ease The official forecast for Day 2 of the America's Cup Preliminary Regatta - Sardinia, is similar to Day 1. The PredictWind forecast concurs with the official one, but shows the breeze beginning to ease an hour after the start. by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World.com Posted 23 May 10:56 BST Tenby Regatta preview Tenby Regatta preview Including the annual race around Caldey Island Tenby Sailing Club is hosting its annual regatta and Osprey open meeting on June 13th and 14th 2026. by Dan Jackson Posted 23 May 10:38 BST Vaikobi's most reviewed gear - why they love it Vaikobi's most reviewed gear - why they love it Built for the water. 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Designed to perform on and off the water, the Vaikobi UV Ocean Tech Hooded Top is the ultimate combination of sun protection, comfort, and versatility. by Vaikobi Posted 23 May 07:30 BST IRC European Championships underway IRC European Championships underway Opening races at the International Paint Poole Regatta 2026 Starting their Bank Holiday Weekend early, the International Paint Poole Regatta 2026 is hosting the IRC Europeans, with racing taking place in Poole Bay. by Poole Regatta Posted 23 May 06:07 BST 2026 iQFOiL Open Europeans in Portimão Day 5 2026 iQFOiL Open Europeans in Portimão Day 5 Medal Series Line-Up for iQFOiL Europeans decided The 2026 iQFOiL Open European Championships reached the end of the Final Series on Friday in Portimão, setting the stage for Saturday's decisive Medal Race Series, where the European titles will be awarded live from Praia da Rocha. by iQFOiL Class Association Posted 23 May 05:38 BST Women and Youth reign supreme in stunning Sardinia Women and Youth reign supreme in stunning Sardinia "Some of the best racing I've done for a long, long time" Sardinia sparkled on the opening day of the Louis Vuitton 38th America's Cup Preliminary Regatta, with near perfect 'champagne conditions' of 16-21 knots that challenged the very best sailors in the world. by ACP Media Posted 22 May 23:30 BST Luna Rossa's Preliminary Regatta Sardinia day 1 Luna Rossa's Preliminary Regatta Sardinia day 1 The first day ends with excellent results for both Luna Rossa teams The first day of the Preliminary Regatta Sardinia ends with excellent results for both Luna Rossa teams. by Luna Rossa Challenge Posted 22 May 22:56 BST Capsize and gear failure challenge Brits on day 1 Capsize and gear failure challenge Brits on day 1 America's Cup Preliminary Regatta brings capsize and gear failure for Fletcher and Mills Both British America's Cup teams faced challenges on the opening day of the Preliminary Regatta Sardinia on Friday, as the women's and youth team, Athena Pathway, suffered a capsize and the senior team, GB1, was forced to retire. by GB1 Posted 22 May 22:54 BST IOM World Championship 2026 Day 5 IOM World Championship 2026 Day 5 Some of the best days sailing come along when very little is expected from them Some of the best days sailing come along when very little is expected from them, but then the conditions over-deliver. by Mark Jardine Posted 22 May 22:30 BST IOM Worlds 2026 Race 5 Heat A Crash Sequence IOM Worlds 2026 Race 5 Heat A Crash Sequence Heat A had more than its fair share of incidents on Day 5 at Datchet Water Heat A had more than its fair share of incidents, including a leeward gate gust that caused havoc for various yachts. It's tricky to explain it in words, so hopefully this sequence of photos I took explains things better. by Mark Jardine Posted 22 May 22:26 BST Jura Scottish Series Day 1 Jura Scottish Series Day 1 Favourites don't have it easy An excellent first day of racing at the 2026 Jura Scottish Series saw competition at its most open for some years, many of 2025's winners discovering how hard they will need to push if they are to retain their class titles. by Andi Robertson Posted 22 May 21:13 BST 71st Regata dei Tre Golfi IMA Maxi Europeans day 1 71st Regata dei Tre Golfi IMA Maxi Europeans day 1 A spectacular start from the Bay of Santa Lucia The start of the 71st Regata dei Tre Golfi, the offshore race valid for the IMA Maxi European Championship, took place today at 13:30, after a short postponement caused by a temporary drop in wind pressure. by Tre Golfi Sailing Week Posted 22 May 20:42 BST 57th La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec update 57th La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec update Time for analysis and valuable feedback for the sailors after stage 1 After a long delivery sail to the port of Vigo from Cape Finisterre, the sailors finally had a chance to catch their breath and reflect on their race — their strengths, their weaknesses, and already look ahead to the second stage. by La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec Posted 22 May 20:41 BST Tudor Team Alinghi shows promise Tudor Team Alinghi shows promise On opening day of the LV 38th America's Cup Preliminary Regatta Racing together for the first time as a crew, Paul Goodison, Phil Robertson, Nicolas Rolaz and Pietro Sibello showed improving consistency and solid boat handling against one of the strongest AC40 fleets assembled. by Tudor Team Alinghi Posted 22 May 20:36 BST 2026 Melges 24 European Sailing Series #2 day 1 2026 Melges 24 European Sailing Series #2 day 1 Unexpected breeze delivers a full opening day for the Melges 24 fleet in Trieste The second event of the 2026 Melges 24 European Sailing Series got under way in beautiful style in Trieste, where Yacht Club Adriaco and the Italian Melges 24 Class welcomed the international fleet for four races in classic Adriatic thermal conditions. by International Melges 24 Class Association Posted 22 May 20:35 BST WingFoil Racing World Cup Türkiye day 4 WingFoil Racing World Cup Türkiye day 4 Exhausting schedule suits some, but not others Day 4 of the WingFoil Racing World Cup Türkiye in Urla delivered an action-packed schedule of short-course drama, although the tension began long before the fleet hit the water. by IWSA Media / Andy Rice Posted 22 May 20:16 BST Oliver Heer's next chapter begins Oliver Heer's next chapter begins New IMOCA is called 'Embrace The Challenge' Some sailors name their boats after places, people, or dreams. Oliver Heer named his after the principle that carried him through. by Henri-Lloyd Posted 22 May 20:00 BST Topper Southwest Traveller at Brixham Topper Southwest Traveller at Brixham Top four places all within one point of each other I was one of more than 20 Topper sailors who took part in the south-west Topper traveller event at Brixham YC. I was excited to sail at Brixham as I had already done an event here before, and the club was really friendly and had a great atmosphere. by Alex Murray Posted 22 May 19:09 BST A Fleet That Grew by Itself A Fleet That Grew by Itself An unexpected conversation with an RS Aero sailor whose club fleet has quietly exploded Paul Jackson called in to pick up a new toe-strap but the visit turned into one of those conversations that reminds you how fleets really grow: because sailors notice what works, talk to each other, and quietly make their own minds up. by RS Sailing & Paul Jackson Posted 22 May 18:00 BST RS600 Eurocup at Garda RS600 Eurocup at Garda With sunshine, Italian food and beautiful scenery, they were set for a great week The RS600 fleet decided to return to Lake Garda for their 2026 Eurocup after a brilliant time in 2024. This time, we were joined by the RS300s as well as some new RS600s who missed out last time. by Will Russell Posted 22 May 17:07 BST America's Cup: Big lead for young Italians - Day 1 America's Cup: Big lead for young Italians - Day 1 The Luna Rossa Youth and Womens team gave a big breeze sailing masterclass on their home waters. The Luna Rossa Youth and Womens team gave a big breeze sailing masterclass on their home waters of Cagliari, Sardina. by Richard Gladwell, Sail-World Posted 22 May 16:30 BST Inside the ultimate endurance challenge Inside the ultimate endurance challenge "I don't think any of 100s of crew would disagree with me, there's no going back to who you were." What drives someone with no sailing experience to sign up for one of the toughest endurance challenges on the planet? by Clipper Race Posted 22 May 14:30 BST Rooster SB1 Inshore range Rooster SB1 Inshore range The weight of your jacket doesn't always equal performance A lot of sailors assume heavier protection automatically means better performance, and in some conditions, heavier gear absolutely has its place. For a lot of inshore and keelboat sailing, there's a point where heavier kit can start working against you. by Rooster Posted 22 May 12:00 BST Entries are open for Poole Week 2026 Entries are open for Poole Week 2026 Early-bird entry rates run until the 31st May One of the south coast's biggest and best regattas for dinghies and small keelboats takes place once again in August, this year from 23rd to 28th (just before the Bank Holiday weekend). by David Harding Posted 22 May 10:39 BST America's Cup: Mod breeze - Day 1 at Cagliari America's Cup: Mod breeze - Day 1 at Cagliari A southerly breeze of 10-12kts is expected to prevail for the first day of fleet racing A southerly breeze of 10-12kts is expected to prevail for the first day of fleet racing on Day 1 of the America's Cup Preliminary Regatta - Sardinia. Link to live and free YouTube feed here, plus weather, courses and crew lists. by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World.com Posted 22 May 10:17 BST Lark Traveller's Series at Frensham Lark Traveller's Series at Frensham The club always serve the traditional (and delicious) tea at the end Once again the Larks were welcomed to Frensham as part of the 2026 Craftinsure Traveller's Series. by Stuart Hydon Posted 22 May 09:41 BST Supernova Scottish Nationals at St Mary's Loch Supernova Scottish Nationals at St Mary's Loch A weekend of frost, firepower and full-on survival sailing for 30 boats St Mary's Loch, set in the beautiful Scottish Borders, provided a stunning backdrop for the first ever Scottish Supernova Nationals. A fleet of 30 boats gathered for this historic event. by Andy MacDonald Posted 22 May 09:17 BST Switch to travelling light at global events! Switch to travelling light at global events! A new approach to international dinghy events The Switch foiling dinghy has taken off around the world, and the sailors are increasingly looking to take part in exciting events, whichever country they are happening in. by International Switch Class Association Posted 22 May 07:42 BST ORC Double-Handed Worlds 2026 Short Offshore Race ORC Double-Handed Worlds 2026 Short Offshore Race Close racing, tactical offshore conditions and impressive speed The opening championship challenge delivered close racing, tactical offshore conditions and impressive speed across all three ORC classes on the North Sea off Scheveningen. by Offshore Racing Congress Posted 22 May 07:25 BST Dart 15 Summer TT at Thorpe Bay Dart 15 Summer TT at Thorpe Bay A weekend of properly mixed Estuary conditions The second Summer TT of 2026 brought the Dart 15 fleet to the Thames Estuary, where Thorpe Bay Yacht Club hosted twenty-three travellers and home sailors for a weekend of properly mixed Estuary conditions. by Daren Fitchew Posted 22 May 06:24 BST 2026 iQFOiL Open Europeans in Portimão Day 4 2026 iQFOiL Open Europeans in Portimão Day 4 Levante returns as Final Series beings in Portugal After a full day ashore on Wednesday, racing resumed on Thursday at the 2026 iQFOiL Open European Championships in Portimão. Conditions proved far more favorable today, as the Levante settled earlier and strengthened steadily across Praia da Rocha. by iQFOiL Class Association Posted 22 May 05:59 BST America's Cup: Images from Practice Day America's Cup: Images from Practice Day Images from the Practice Day at the AC Preliminary Regatta and the Official Opening at Cagliari Images from the Practice Day at the AC Preliminary Regatta and the Official Opening in Cagliari. Racing begins at 1513 local time or 1313hrs UTC. by Richard Gladwell Sail-World Posted 22 May 05:07 BST IOM World Championship 2026 Day 4 IOM World Championship 2026 Day 4 The cream rises to the top Even on a tricky day, the best sailors and those in form have a habit of finding their way to the top of the fleet. Boat speed helps, but the psychological edge that is gained through a winning run helps fuel further wins and top results. by Mark Jardine Posted 21 May 22:24 BST Globe40: A third chapter to be written in 2028/29 Globe40: A third chapter to be written in 2028/29 The excitement hasn't subsided after the epic finish in Lorient The excitement hasn't subsided after the epic finish in Lorient last April of the final leg of the GLOBE40, which also marked the end of the second edition. by Sirius Events Posted 21 May 18:59 BST Naples will begin the excitement in September Naples will begin the excitement in September Second Louis Vuitton Preliminary Regatta dates announced From September 24 to 27, 2026, Naples will officially begin to experience the excitement of the America's Cup with a Preliminary Regatta that promises a spectacular show and serves as a preview of the main event in 2027. by ACP Media Posted 21 May 18:05 BST Dylan Fletcher and Hannah Mills must battle Dylan Fletcher and Hannah Mills must battle British sailing legends preparing to compete against each other GB1, skippered by Dylan Fletcher MBE, will represent Britain's senior team while Athena Pathway, skippered by Hannah Mills OBE, will represent the British women and youth team at the Louis Vuitton 38th America's Cup Preliminary Regatta Sardinia. by GB1 Posted 21 May 17:34 BST Tre Golfi Sailing Week IMA Maxi European kicks off Tre Golfi Sailing Week IMA Maxi European kicks off One of the great classics returns with 27 Maxi Yachts and a Multihull Trophy One of the most anticipated events of the international sailing season is about to get under way: the 2026 IMA Maxi European Championship, taking place from 22 to 28 May between Naples and Sorrento as part of the Tre Golfi Sailing Week 2026. by Tre Golfi Sailing Week Posted 21 May 15:45 BST Entries are open for SB20 World Championship Entries are open for SB20 World Championship Battle of the Titans this October in Hyères Registration is officially open for the SB20 World Championship, paving the way for a "Battle of the Titans" this October in Hyères. Known for its demanding breeze and legendary open-water racecourse. by Anna Zyk / SB20 Class Posted 21 May 15:04 BST D-Zeros in the Largs One-Design Regatta D-Zeros in the Largs One-Design Regatta 19 entries put them ahead of the other classes With just a few days to go, the D-Zeros were leading the entry numbers and with a final push and the awareness of a great weekend forecast, the entries were boosted to 19 D-Zero, some way ahead of other classes. by David Valentine Posted 21 May 14:45 BST Barton Bulkhead Glands now in stock Barton Bulkhead Glands now in stock A highly robust, water and vapour proof seal for cables, pipes and hoses The Barton Bulkhead Gland is easy to install and provides a highly robust water and vapour proof seal where electrical cables, pipes, hoses and control lines pass through a bulkhead. by Barton Marine Posted 21 May 14:30 BST EAORA triumph for Warrior in RORC North Sea Race EAORA triumph for Warrior in RORC North Sea Race Simon Farren and Ben Harden finish fifth overall Congratulations to Simon Farren and Ben Harden, competing two-handed in Simon's A40 Warrior, for winning the Charlie Mills Memorial Trophy for the best performing East Anglian Offshore Racing Association boat in the RORC North Sea Race. by Paul Wood Posted 21 May 14:22 BST