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Aiming to end 173 years of America's Cup hurt
INEOS Britannia take on 'the All Blacks on water'
© Ian Roman / America's Cup
Alinghi Red Bull Racing fly onto the podium
Only one race today in Puig Women's America's Cup
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Swedes top Invited Teams Group
As Sail Team BCN qualifies for Puig Women's America's Cup Semis
© Ian Roman / America's Cup
INEOS Britannia win the Louis Vuitton Cup
Dramatic series against Luna Rossa concludes
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Great Britain 65 Seconds to Glory
Adamson & Finlayson win Offshore Double Handed World Championship
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ILCA Masters Europeans at Vilamoura overall
ILCA Masters Europeans at Vilamoura overall
An early start on the final day, anticipating stormy weather
The ILCA Masters European Championship 2024 concluded today with a spectacular prize-giving ceremony at MoTAO, marking the end of a thrilling week of racing in Vilamoura Sailing.
by Prow Media
Posted 11 Oct 20:52 BST
Athena Pathway secures place in the final
Athena Pathway secures place in the final
Of the first ever PUIG Women's America's Cup
Athena Pathway, the British team supported by Cobham Ultra and racing for the Royal Yacht Squadron Ltd, has secured a place in the first ever PUIG Women's America's Cup Final.
by Athena Pathway
Posted 11 Oct 20:42 BST
Luna Rossa secures a final spot
Luna Rossa secures a final spot
In the Puig Women's America's Cup
With 39 points Luna Rossa closes the Puig Women's America's Cup elimination series and semifinals in second place, after a challenging and exhausting day that kept all teams busy from 10:10 am to 7:00 pm.
by Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli
Posted 11 Oct 20:39 BST
63rd Endeavour Trophy Training Session
63rd Endeavour Trophy Training Session
Dinghy champion of champions event under way at Burnham-on-Crouch
Crisp, spring-like conditions and a light breeze greeted the 30-strong fleet of dinghy champions this morning for the 63rd Endeavour Trophy dinghy champion of champions invitational event writes Sue Pelling.
by Sue Pelling
Posted 11 Oct 20:34 BST
RS Venture Connect Worlds at Rutland
RS Venture Connect Worlds at Rutland
High winds, fierce competition and inclusive comradery
Strong winds, biting rain and literal whirlwinds of fun! The 2024 RS Venture Connect World Championship may have encountered challenging weather conditions at Rutland Sailing Club, but the competitors' community spirit was never dampened.
by Bex Foot, RS Sailing
Posted 11 Oct 20:16 BST
Puig Women's America's Cup - Day 5
Puig Women's America's Cup - Day 5
Italy and Great Britain advance to the Final after a long day on the water going almost to sunset
After a series of delays waiting for the wind to build to a foilable breeze, along with two races stopped after the breeze crumped out, the race management ran a very slick process to get all scheduled races complete - 15 minutes before sunset.
by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World NZ
Posted 11 Oct 19:13 BST
NYYC American Magic Women miss out
NYYC American Magic Women miss out
Demonstrating moments of promise in the Puig Women's America's Cup
Despite flashes of quality, the American Magic Women's team fell short of qualifying for the final series at the Puig Women's America's Cup.
by NYYC American Magic
Posted 11 Oct 18:18 BST
Tight finish for Alinghi RedBull Racing
Tight finish for Alinghi RedBull Racing
Missing out in a tie-break in the PUIG Women's America's Cup
Alinghi Red Bull Racing delivered a strong performance throughout the first-ever Women's America's Cup, starting the day in the top three of the leaderboard, but one mistake and a cruel tiebreak cost them their place in the Final Series.
by Alinghi Red Bull Racing
Posted 11 Oct 18:05 BST
iQFOiL Open Europeans in Cagliari overall
iQFOiL Open Europeans in Cagliari overall
A thrilling finale in challenging conditions concludes a memorable week in Sardinia
The 2024 iQFOiL European Championship in Cagliari, Sardinia, came to a spectacular close today as Daniela Peleg (ISR) and Pawel Tarnowski (POL) were crowned the new European Champions after a week of intense competition.
by iQFOiL Class Communications
Posted 11 Oct 17:53 BST
DF95 Autumn Series event 2 at Barton's Point
DF95 Autumn Series event 2 at Barton's Point
Normal service is resumed
Under grey skies and rain at the top of A rig range normal service was resumed on Kents Isle of Sheppey with Dave Adams' return to form, winning race 1, from Peter Jackson and Adrian Tomlison.
by Peter Jackson
Posted 11 Oct 17:24 BST
GJW Direct to sponsor Expert Coaching sessions
GJW Direct to sponsor Expert Coaching sessions
In the Seldén Sailjuice Winter Series
Insurance company GJW Direct renews its support for the Seldén Sailjuice Winter Series with sponsorship of specialist coaching by serial winner Simon Horsfield...
by Andy Rice
Posted 11 Oct 16:46 BST
America's Cup: Opening Media Conference
America's Cup: Opening Media Conference
Opening Media Conference takes place in Barcelona
After an early morning photoshoot at the Basílica de la Sagrada Família, one of the truly iconic and stand-out features of the stunning city of Barcelona, the four helmsmen that will contest the Louis Vuitton 37th America's Cup faced the Press Conference
by America's Cup Media
Posted 11 Oct 16:35 BST
DF95s in Centenary Regatta at Paisley
DF95s in Centenary Regatta at Paisley
William Bow Trophy celebrates opening of the model yacht pond 100 years ago
Sixteen DF95 Skippers (and a dog) came together at Barshaw Park, Paisley to compete for the William Bow Trophy in a regatta organised by Paisley MYC to celebrate the centenary of the opening of the Model Yacht Pond, their much-appreciated home water.
by David Smith
Posted 11 Oct 13:05 BST
Aiming to end 173 years of America's Cup hurt
Aiming to end 173 years of America's Cup hurt
INEOS Britannia take on 'the All Blacks on water'
INEOS Britannia, the British Challenger of Record competing for the Royal Yacht Squadron Ltd, is ready to take on the All Blacks on water, Emirates Team New Zealand, in its bid to win the America's Cup.
by INEOS Britannia
Posted 11 Oct 12:19 BST
The King is in the all-together
The King is in the all-together
Dougal Henshall is glad he did not travel to the Mediterranean
A counter view of the never-ending summer of sport or, as the French once said, "C'est magnifique, mais ce n'est pas la voile!"
by Dougal Henshall
Posted 11 Oct 12:00 BST
ILCA Midlands Grand Prix at Staunton Harold
ILCA Midlands Grand Prix at Staunton Harold
A superb entry of 32 helms for the penultimate event in the series
Wow, what an event! Staunton Harold SC hosted the penultimate in the ILCA Midlands Grand Prix - next stop Burton Sailing Club for the final!
by Ann Nugent
Posted 11 Oct 11:56 BST
Squib UK Inlands at Rutland
Squib UK Inlands at Rutland
A healthy 24 boat turnout for the final event of the Squib season
The Squib Inlands were once again hosted by Rutland SC over the weekend. The familiarity within the fleet of one of the UK's premier inland waters meant many of the UK's leading teams were competing amongst the healthy 24 boat turnout.
by Squib Class Association
Posted 11 Oct 10:58 BST
Allen Showcase New Products at METSTRADE
Allen Showcase New Products at METSTRADE
New track and car range, aluminium body sheave boxes, and more on display
Allen Brothers is excited to announce our participation in METSTRADE 2024, the premier trade show for marine equipment, materials, and systems, from 19th to 21st November at the RAI Amsterdam.
by Allen
Posted 11 Oct 09:00 BST
Kiwis looking for third Cup win
Kiwis looking for third Cup win
What was once almost a mythical date on the horizon is now right in front of Emirates Team NZ as the
What was once almost a mythical date on the horizon is now right in front of Emirates Team NZ as they make final preparations to defend the America's Cup.
by Emirates Team New Zealand
Posted 11 Oct 05:42 BST
PlanetSail: The Rules explained - Must see
PlanetSail: The Rules explained - Must see
PlanetSail's Matt Sheahan sits down with Chief Umpire for the America's Cup, Richard Slater (AUS)
PlanetSail's Matt Sheahan sits down with Chief Umpire for the America's Cup, Richard Slater (AUS) to run through the America's Cup version of the Racing Rules and umpiring system and shows how decisions are made.
by Richard Gladwell
Posted 11 Oct 03:35 BST
J Class Barcelona Regatta day 4
J Class Barcelona Regatta day 4
Rainbow score their first race win but Svea lead into final day
When the too gentle and shifting breeze died away during the second race of the day, Rainbow were denied a probable double victory, but the newest team to J Class racing were nonetheless pleased to have put their first race win on the leaderboard.
by J Class Association
Posted 10 Oct 23:15 BST
Barcelona becomes the 'Lighthouse of the World'
Barcelona becomes the 'Lighthouse of the World'
At the Louis Vuitton 37th America's Cup Match Opening Ceremony
Ahead of the climax of the Louis Vuitton 37th America's Cup, the 'Match' between the Defender Emirates Team New Zealand and the Challenger of Record INEOS Britannia, Barcelona became the 'Lighthouse to the World'.
by America's Cup Media
Posted 10 Oct 23:10 BST
ILCA Masters Europeans at Vilamoura day 4
ILCA Masters Europeans at Vilamoura day 4
No races today due to insufficient wind
Today at the ILCA Masters European Championship, all races were unfortunately cancelled due to insufficient wind conditions.
by Prow Media
Posted 10 Oct 23:03 BST
Blackwater Snipe Open
Blackwater Snipe Open
12 Snipes for the 2024 South Eastern Championships
12 Snipes came together at Blackwater SC on the River Blackwater to compete for the South Easterns on the 5th and 6th October. The weather was kind with a southerly force 3 to 4 on the Saturday generated perfect conditions for the time of year.
by Sue Roberts
Posted 10 Oct 22:55 BST
High pressure stakes in Barcelona
High pressure stakes in Barcelona
Alinghi Red Bull Racing fly onto the podium in the Puig Women's America's Cup
Dreams were both realised and shattered at the Puig Women's America's Cup when what was billed today as the final showdown between the America's Cup representative teams yielded just one light air race and meant the competition will continue tomorrow.
by America's Cup media
Posted 10 Oct 21:29 BST
iQFOiL Open Europeans in Cagliari day 5
iQFOiL Open Europeans in Cagliari day 5
Final day of the Qualifying Series
The legendary Sardinian Mistral finally made its appearance in Cagliari on the last day of the Qualifying Series, allowing all 120 athletes from 28 nations to complete five intense Course races in both the Women and Men fleets.
by iQFOiL Class Communications
Posted 10 Oct 20:57 BST
Formula Kite Youth Europeans day 2
Formula Kite Youth Europeans day 2
Women in a league of their own, moving day for men
Fortune favors the bold and the two women tied for first for the second day in a row at the Youth Europeans were the boldest of the bunch on day two of the championship.
by Chris Museler, IKA
Posted 10 Oct 20:48 BST
Match racing clinics launched
Match racing clinics launched
Teams of 3 or 4 invited to learn or develop skills with coaching
British Keelboat Sailing is launching a series of training weekends to support teams wanting to learn match racing or develop their skills. The initiative is designed to help both existing match racers and those wanting to give it a go for the first time.
by British Keelboat Sailing
Posted 10 Oct 19:36 BST
Belgian Flying Fifteen Championship
Belgian Flying Fifteen Championship
Event had to be moved forward due to the Belgian elections
The Belgian Flying Fifteen Championship took place on October 5th and 6th at the SNEH SC on the Plate Taille lake. Traditionally held on the second weekend of October, this event had to be moved forward due to the Belgian elections.
by Ezékiel Desantoine
Posted 10 Oct 19:05 BST
Introducing the Tri360 Challenge
Introducing the Tri360 Challenge
The Performance Academy are excited to launch their upcoming fundraising event
The Performance Academy are excited to launch their upcoming fundraising event, the Tri360 Challenge. This brand-new, fully unique event will see the four key Performance Academy team members attempt to conquer a 360-kilometer distance.
by Andrew Simpson Foundation
Posted 10 Oct 18:44 BST
Athena Pathway tops the leaderboard
Athena Pathway tops the leaderboard
British team's update after day 4 of the Puig Women's America's Cup
Athena Pathway, the British team competing in the PUIG Women's America's Cup, is top of the leaderboard after five races of the qualifying series.
by Athena Pathway
Posted 10 Oct 18:01 BST
First win for Alinghi Red Bull Racing
First win for Alinghi Red Bull Racing
In PUIG Women's America's Cup
Only one match was possible in today's mild conditions, but Alinghi Red Bull Racing's Women's squad made it count, navigating the tricky course to beat their opponents.
by Alinghi Red Bull Racing
Posted 10 Oct 17:05 BST
Lots of waiting - little racing
Lots of waiting - little racing
New Zealand team's update after day 4 of the Puig Women's America's Cup
The Puig Women's America's Cup stuttered back into action for the Group A teams in what proved to be tricky, shifty, and fluctuating conditions for the world's best sailors, with only one race sailed after a long day on the water.
by Emirates Team New Zealand
Posted 10 Oct 16:54 BST
Luna Rossa tied for first place with GBR
Luna Rossa tied for first place with GBR
Italian team's update after day 4 of the Puig Women's America's Cup
It was a long and challenging morning for the teams of Group A on day 2 of the qualifiers for the Puig Women's America's Cup. Due to the extremely unstable breeze the Race Committee was only able to give the start to one of the four scheduled races.
by Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli
Posted 10 Oct 16:23 BST
Rolex Middle Sea Race - Always inspiring
Rolex Middle Sea Race - Always inspiring
An impressive fleet of over 100 yacths from more than 25 countries is expected to participate
Few sailing events offer the Rolex Middle Sea Race's guarantee of a beautiful race course and compelling, exacting competition. This combination has attracted sailors since the very first race in 1968.
by Quinag
Posted 10 Oct 14:21 BST
The Vendée Globe: a cultural & artistic adventure
The Vendée Globe: a cultural & artistic adventure
'Solo around the world' exhibition at the Musée de la Marine, Paris-Trocadéro
To celebrate the 10th edition of the Vendée Globe, a series of unique cultural events will enrich this legendary adventure and fascinate young and old alike through art, music, film, the small screen, games and literature.
by Vendée Globe media
Posted 10 Oct 13:30 BST
ILCA UK Midlands Grand Prix at Chelmarsh
ILCA UK Midlands Grand Prix at Chelmarsh
Light and dying south westerly a challenge for both helms and the race management team
On Saturday 28th September fourteen sailors gathered at Chelmarsh Sailing Club, in Shropshire for the ILCA UK Midlands Grand Prix, including five helms from the home fleet.
by John Dickinson
Posted 10 Oct 10:44 BST
Puig Women's America's Cup - Day 4
Puig Women's America's Cup - Day 4
Puig Women's America's Cup - Day 4 - sailing the last four races in Group A
Alinghi Red Bull Racing won the only race sailed today with the Group A teams. Around middday, one race was sailed, in which all of the six boat fleet came off the foils at one stage.
by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World NZ
Posted 10 Oct 08:57 BST
Race backpack - Two new colours
Race backpack - Two new colours
We've just dropped two new LIMITED EDITION colours to the Race Backpack range
We've just dropped two new LIMITED EDITION colours to the Race Backpack range... Be quick while BOLD PINK and CLASSIC NAVY are in stock!
by Vaikobi Ocean Performance
Posted 9 Oct 21:00 BST
ILCA Masters Europeans at Vilamoura day 3
ILCA Masters Europeans at Vilamoura day 3
One race completed for all fleets in a high sea state
Around noon, a front passed through, causing the wind to intensify to over 20 knots, with gusts reaching up to 27 knots. Following the front's passage, the wind began to decrease.
by Prow Media
Posted 9 Oct 20:51 BST
J Class Barcelona Regatta 2024 day 3
J Class Barcelona Regatta 2024 day 3
Velsheda and Svea still all square after another full-on day
After four excellent, hard fought races in brisk winds at the J Class Barcelona Regatta, it may be Velsheda which is credited with the overall lead, but that is only on tie break.
by J Class Association
Posted 9 Oct 20:06 BST
The Vendée Globe village
The Vendée Globe village
A unique immersion in the adventure of ocean racing
The Vendée Globe is getting ready to celebrate its 10th edition with the long-awaited opening of its Start Village, from Saturday 19 October to Sunday 10 November 2024.
by Vendée Globe media
Posted 9 Oct 19:43 BST
NEYYSA event at Yeadon
NEYYSA event at Yeadon
17 youth sailors brave the uncertain forecast
During the two weeks prior to Sunday 29th of September the forecast offered a variety of possible options, ranging from heavy rain with F8 gusts, to clear skies and no wind. When the day arrived, it settled somewhere in the middle.
by Tony Dufton
Posted 9 Oct 19:38 BST
iQFOiL Open Europeans in Cagliari day 4
iQFOiL Open Europeans in Cagliari day 4
Another calm day in Sardinia, but the Mistral promises to shake things up on Thursday and Friday
Cagliari, Sardinia, continues to surprise the 120 athletes competing in the 2024 iQFOiL Open European Championship with another windless day on the Gulf of Poetto.
by iQFOiL Class Communications
Posted 9 Oct 18:47 BST
Formula Kite Youth Europeans day 1
Formula Kite Youth Europeans day 1
Aging out and gearing up in Torregrande
Life was good at the beach here in Torre Grande on the island of Sardinia, and the women and men riders on day one of the Formula Kite Youth European Championships showed that there was no day light between them and the top riders in the world.
by Chris Museler, IKA
Posted 9 Oct 18:40 BST
Patí de Vela America's Cup Regatta
Patí de Vela America's Cup Regatta
Record fleet expected as more than 300 confirmed
The bond between the Louis Vuitton 37th America's Cup and the fleet of Patí de Vela beach-launched catamarans continues with a celebratory regatta over the weekend of 19-20 October 2024, that is expected to beat all records and see more than 300 entries.
by America's Cup Media
Posted 9 Oct 16:51 BST
Hamble Winter Series 2024 Race Week 1
Hamble Winter Series 2024 Race Week 1
Two completely contrasting days of weather
The 43rd running on the Hamble Winter Series started with two completely contrasting days of weather.
by Trevor Pountain
Posted 9 Oct 15:55 BST
ASC Portland Autumn Regatta sponsored by Beyonder
ASC Portland Autumn Regatta sponsored by Beyonder
Students from different schools visited the centre to take part in a day's racing
October 2nd and 3rd saw this year's Autumn Regatta at ASC Portland, where students from different schools visited the centre to take part in a day's racing.
by Jacob Tyson
Posted 9 Oct 15:20 BST
Allen Showcase New Products at METSTRADE
Allen Brothers is excited to announce our participation in METSTRADE 2024, the premier trade show for marine equipment, materials, and systems, from 19th to 21st November at the RAI Amsterdam.
The King is in the all-together
A counter view of the never-ending summer of sport or, as the French once said, "C'est magnifique, mais ce n'est pas la voile!"
Race backpack - Two new colours
We've just dropped two new LIMITED EDITION colours to the Race Backpack range... Be quick while BOLD PINK and CLASSIC NAVY are in stock!
Interview with Saskia Clark
I met up with Saskia Clark, Olympic gold medallist, pro sailor, and now racing in the PUIG Women's America's Cup together with her 470 helm Hannah Mills.
Typhoon next-generation flagship drysuits
Leading marine products and watersports apparel manufacturer, Typhoon International is excited to introduce the latest evolutions of its most popular drysuits; the Max B 2.0, Sea Kayak and PS440 2.0.
50% is no mere pass mark
Some parts already in place, and others that needed much more time on low heat, in order for them to distil down. Make the grand sauce, and all that...
RYA Connected Live on 10th October
Join us for RYA Connected Live where we will look back at the successes and challenges of 2024, and explore some of the key issues and opportunities for clubs and other affiliates.
Interview with Hannah Mills
I spoke with Hannah Mills in Barcelona ahead of the 37th America's Cup to find out more about the Athena Pathway, the PUIG Women's America's Cup, how she put the team together, and what sailing an AC40 is really like.
New from Pip Hare: In My Element:
In My Element by Pip Hare launches on October 10th and is a gripping and inspiring account of one of the World's toughest races, through the eyes of an extraordinary woman.
Tension, Temperament and Trust
Sailing an AC75 is not something every sailor can do. The myriad of controls, the split roles and the incredible speeds all make it a tricky proposition, but when you're sailing against an evenly-matched opponent, the difficulty goes to a whole new level.
INEOS Britannia Challenger Supporters Tees
With INEOS Britannia's success in the Louis Vuitton Cup Final, supporters can now support the team with official "Challenger" Tee Shirts from Official Performance Clothing Partner Henri-Lloyd.
Should you install load sensors on a new yacht?
Understanding the rig on your yacht and how it is set up is critical, all the way from when it is brand new. I spoke to Cyclops Marine's Ben Hazeldine to find out more about how their load cells can help with this.
Savvy Navvy's innovations recognised
Marine technology company Savvy Navvy has been recognised as the Tech SME of the Year at the South Coast Tech & Innovation Awards ceremony held last week.
Why Luna Rossa weren't penalised in R4 pre-start
Race 4 between Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli and INEOS Britannia in the Louis Vuitton Cup Final was full of drama, but one moment had had sailors asking questions on social media groups more than any other, and clearly riled Ben Ainslie and Dylan Fletcher.
Henri-Lloyd congratulate INEOS Britannia
Show your support for the INEOS Britannia team and order the limited edition merchandise range.
Look familiar?
OK. So the delivery system is different, to say nothing of the overall mission parameters, but the AC75 and the Soviet, Cold War era Lun-class Ekranoplan do both use ground effect. Both are designed to be combatants. Both get the job done smartly.