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Jura Scottish Series underway
Loch Fyne offers racers solid opening day racing
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America's Cup crew line-up changes
Historic changes proposed in Final Draft of the Protocol
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ILCA World Championships conclude
The northern wind arrives - Qingdao's final challenge
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The fight for the Auld Mug will take place in Naples
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Inaugural FM Sailing Colander Cup
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International 14 Prince of Wales Cup Week Day 1
International 14 Prince of Wales Cup Week Day 1
Where the Wind Blows and the Ego Grows
Hailing from the frothy shores of Tynemouth Sailing Club, the dynamic duo of Andy Brown and Stu Keegan made landfall at Prince of Wales Week aboard their trusty steed—a Beiker 4 that's seen more flying wire than a Marvel film set.
by Andy Brown & Stu Keegan
Posted 24 May 00:43 BST
TF35 Nyon Grand Prix Day 1
TF35 Nyon Grand Prix Day 1
Beginner's luck? X-Wing second after opening day
The opening day of the 2025 TF35 season on Lake Geneva saw the six cutting-edge foiling catamarans ghost their way around the racecourse in a delicate 5-knot breeze, completing two races.
by TF35 Press
Posted 23 May 23:34 BST
Jura Scottish Series 2025 Day 1
Jura Scottish Series 2025 Day 1
Loch Fyne offers racers solid opening day sport
Race organisers at the Jura Scottish Series made the best of the beneficial wind and weather conditions on Loch Fyne to get the annual regatta under way on cue for all classes.
by Andi Robertson
Posted 23 May 22:13 BST
Cowes Classics Regatta countdown is on
Cowes Classics Regatta countdown is on
A week away, and late entries are coming in thick and fast across all divisions
We are just one week away now from the start of the Royal London Yacht Club's flagship event - the Cowes Classics Regatta 2025 - and as ever, late entries are coming thick and fast across all the divisions.
by Cowes Classics Regatta
Posted 23 May 20:22 BST
DMS Formula Wing Europeans day 4
DMS Formula Wing Europeans day 4
Golden opportunities await all in medal series.
Leaders stumbled in wildly shifting winds as Friday's racing determined the first medal series competitors in the Dogus Marine Services Formula Wing European Championships.
by WingFoil Racing World Cup
Posted 23 May 20:00 BST
Royal Thames YC 250th Anniversary Regatta preview
Royal Thames YC 250th Anniversary Regatta preview
Over 180 entries already received and expected to surpass 200 boats
The countdown is on for the Royal Thames Yacht Club's 250th Anniversary Regatta, taking place this June. With less than a month to go, anticipation is building fast with over 180 entries already received.
by Robin Tott
Posted 23 May 19:04 BST
DF95 Spring Series event 8 at Barton's Point
DF95 Spring Series event 8 at Barton's Point
Mainly a shifty drifter, but the form boats still mostly got to the front
In 0 - 5 knots of wind from the North going East the event was mainly a shifty drifter, but the form boats still mostly got to the front. Peter Jackson won race 1, Mike Brand race 2 and Dave Adams race 3, those three hogging the podium spots.
by Peter Jackson
Posted 23 May 17:51 BST
Rickmansworth Classic International 14 Open
Rickmansworth Classic International 14 Open
At 89 Tiercel proved that old boats can still compete and win
Vintage and Classic Int 14's came to Rickmansworth Sailing Club over the weekend of 17th/18th May to race for two trophies. The Rickmansworth Open and Transom series Trophies. Boats travelled from as far as Cornwall to compete in this long standing event.
by Alastair Wilson
Posted 23 May 16:47 BST
Copa del Rey MAPFRE surpasses 100 entries
Copa del Rey MAPFRE surpasses 100 entries
Still almost two months to go until the start
The Copa del Rey MAPFRE continues to exceed expectations — and this year, it's doing so well in advance.
by Copa del Rey MAPFRE
Posted 23 May 15:41 BST
Jersey Clipper Bursary award
Jersey Clipper Bursary award
£1000 goes to teenage dinghy instructor to enter Tall Ships Race
A dinghy instructor at the Royal Channel Islands Yacht Club has been awarded this year's Jersey Clipper Bursary, worth £1,000.
by Philip Jeune
Posted 23 May 15:28 BST
Entries open for Parkstone Youth Week
Entries open for Parkstone Youth Week
Different from most sailing regattas - and now with a Roman Empire theme
There will a Gladitorial display of sailing and fun off the water activities, encompassing the spirit of Ancient Rome, starting in just 12 weeks' time. So, as Caesar raises his thumb it is time for you to sign up to the highlight of the Roman calendar.
by Mark Norton
Posted 23 May 14:15 BST
Folkboat Racing in the Solent
Folkboat Racing in the Solent
Looking at the 2025 calendar and build-up to 60th Folkboat Week
Since its introduction to British waters, the Nordic Folkboat has become a staple of Solent sailing. With the Folkboat Association nurturing this tradition, the fleet continues to grow, offering a packed calendar of racing.
by Chris Fox
Posted 23 May 13:07 BST
Royal Hospital School Achieves Pathway Club Status
Royal Hospital School Achieves Pathway Club Status
RYA awards British Youth and Junior Sailing Pathway status
The Royal Hospital School (RHS) in Holbrook, Suffolk, is pleased to announce its recent recognition as a British Sailing Pathway Club, a testament to its commitment to supporting young sailors and their racing endeavours.
by Royal Hospital School
Posted 23 May 12:17 BST
Merlin Thames Series at Tamesis
Merlin Thames Series at Tamesis
Andy Harris and Lyra Wade take Sondown Cup and Elizabeth Bowl
Sunday May 18th was the Thames Series Merlin Rocket Open sponsored by Craftinsure for all ages of boat competing for the Sondown Cup (for the overall result) and the Elizabeth Bowl (for the first vintage boat in the last race).
by Marcus Chavasse & Rob Hatley
Posted 23 May 11:14 BST
Firefly 'Ricky' event at Rickmansworth
Firefly 'Ricky' event at Rickmansworth
Four thrilling races all started under black flag, catching a few teams out
The annual Firefly Open Meeting at Rickmansworth Sailing Club drew a competitive fleet of 19 boats gather on Saturday, 17th May 2025, with sailors travelling from across the country, from as far as South Staffs and Wroxham Broad.
by Jono Pank
Posted 23 May 10:12 BST
Holt Streaker Golden Jubilee Tideway Race
Holt Streaker Golden Jubilee Tideway Race
Jack Holt would have been proud to see 21 Streakers gathering at Ranelagh
Jack Holt would have been proud to see 21 Streaker dinghies gathering at Ranelagh Sailing Club, all there to celebrate 50 years since he designed the Streaker at his premises on Putney Embankment.
by Neil Firth
Posted 23 May 09:21 BST
America's Cup: Big changes in crew line-up
America's Cup: Big changes in crew line-up
Women and Youth crews to sail in AC75 in the next Cup - Final Draft of AC38 Protocol
Historic changes are proposed in the Final Draft of the Protocol released by the America's Cup Defender. For the first time a Female and Youth crew members will be part of the six-crew lineup on board the all-electric AC75s.
by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World NZ
Posted 23 May 09:00 BST
Jura Scottish Series runners and riders
Jura Scottish Series runners and riders
Fleet are mustered in Tarbert Habour, Loch Fyne, ready to race
Competitors at the Jura Scottish Series may not be assured of continued sunshine, the like of which has blessed the north of Britain for the last few weeks, but they should be blessed with breezes which seem set to build progressively.
by Andi Robertson
Posted 23 May 08:55 BST
CIC Normandy Channel Race fleet have assembled
CIC Normandy Channel Race fleet have assembled
32 Class 40 yachts are in Caen for 16th edition
They've arrived! The 32 expected Class40s were on time in Caen on Wednesday evening; a fleet that therefore sets a record for the 16th edition of the event but also the record for an exclusive Class40 event since the creation of this class 20 years ago.
by Sirius Events
Posted 23 May 08:23 BST
Hansa UK Travellers at Notts County
Hansa UK Travellers at Notts County
Entries from all over the UK and Ireland
The HANSA Travellers Trophy (TT) took place at Notts County Sailing Club on Wednesday 21st May 2025. There were entries from all over the UK and Ireland in both the Liberty class and 303 one and two person boats.
by David Eberlin
Posted 23 May 07:55 BST
RS200 Northern Tour at Staunton Harold
RS200 Northern Tour at Staunton Harold
Home sailors sweep the podium
Staunton Harold Sailing Club hosted the third event in the Sailing Chandlery RS200 Northern Tour, delivering close, tactical racing and a home club clean sweep of the podium.
by Ann Nugent
Posted 23 May 07:11 BST
IMA Maxi Europeans overall
IMA Maxi Europeans overall
Bella Mente successfully defends her IMA European Championship title
The 20 remaining yachts competing in the IMA Maxi European Championship, organised by the Circolo del Remo e della Vela Italia in conjunction with the International Maxi Association, took part in a final coastal race today in a 8-14 knot southwesterly.
by James Boyd / International Maxi Association
Posted 22 May 23:53 BST
Cape Horn Hall of Fame nominations close by 30 May
Cape Horn Hall of Fame nominations close by 30 May
Public nominations open for just a little longer
The International Association of Cape Horners (IACH) is calling for nominations for new inductees to the Cape Horn Hall of Fame.
by Barry Pickthall for IACH
Posted 22 May 23:52 BST
America's Cup: Emirates Team NZ respond
America's Cup: Emirates Team NZ respond
Emirates Team New Zealand has responded to the statements sent overnight (NZT)
Emirates Team New Zealand has responded to the statements sent overnight by two Challenger teams calling for more transparency in the negotiations over the Protocol and venue for the 38th Match.
by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World NZ
Posted 22 May 23:44 BST
World Foiling Congress 2025 concludes
World Foiling Congress 2025 concludes
Event attracted top industry leaders, experts, and stakeholders
The second edition of the World Foiling Congress took place this week at Palazzo della Borsa in Genova (Italy), attracting top industry leaders, experts, and stakeholders from across the global Foiling Community.
by WeAreFoiling
Posted 22 May 22:52 BST
J/70 UK Grand Slam 2 at Royal Southern Yacht Club
J/70 UK Grand Slam 2 at Royal Southern Yacht Club
7 races for the North Sails May Regatta
Having suffered through some tough conditions in Grand Slam 1, the forecasts were looking hopeful for the second event of the UK J/70 Season. As we got closer to the event it was anyone's guess as to how the racing would pan out.
by James Curtis / J70 UK Class
Posted 22 May 22:28 BST
6mR Worlds return to Seawanhaka Corinthian YC
6mR Worlds return to Seawanhaka Corinthian YC
Oyster Bay and Long Island Sound are renowned as some of the best sailing waters in the world
Founded in 1871 and located on Oyster Bay, New York, SCYC is America's oldest yacht club and its association with the Sixes goes right back to the class's foundation in 1907.
by Fiona Brown
Posted 22 May 21:41 BST
Steering the Course kicks off to #AccelerateAction
Steering the Course kicks off to #AccelerateAction
World Sailing's global women's sailing festival gets under way soon
The 2025 edition of Steering the Course, World Sailing's global women's sailing festival, gets under way on 23 May with a week-long focus on #AccelerateAction in support of this year's International Women's Day theme.
by World Sailing
Posted 22 May 21:12 BST
Rooster are Clothing Partner of Poole Regatta
Rooster are Clothing Partner of Poole Regatta
2026 is shaping up to be the largest in the event's history
Rooster, the well-known watersports clothing and accessories manufacturer is to become the Official Clothing Partner of the International Paint Poole Regatta 2026.
by Chris Jones
Posted 22 May 20:32 BST
DMS Formula Wing Europeans day 3
DMS Formula Wing Europeans day 3
No daylight between leaders as championship gets back on track
After a day of no racing, the locals made the wind claim early and they were right on the money. Racing started at 2 pm after a one-hour delay, in a 14-knot offshore southerly that was in the sweet spot for wing foil racing.
by WingFoil Racing World Cup
Posted 22 May 19:33 BST
IMA Maxi Europeans Inshore Series overall
IMA Maxi Europeans Inshore Series overall
Bella Mente by Hap Fauth crowned the Champion 2025 in Sorrento
With the overall victory of Bella Mente, owned by American Hap Fauth and skippered by Terry Hutchinson, the curtain falls on the Tre Golfi Sailing Week 2025.
by Tre Golfi Sailing Week
Posted 22 May 19:24 BST
RS Aeros at Lymington Town
RS Aeros at Lymington Town
There were no discards, no dress rehearsals
Seventeen RS Aeros turned out to enjoy the Lymington RS Aero Open and were blessed with blue skies and a moderate sea breeze. The fleet raced together on PY using corrected time scoring with RS Aero 6s, 7s and 9s represented.
by RS Aero UK Class Association
Posted 22 May 18:14 BST
RS600 Inland Championships
RS600 Inland Championships
Great strategies for guarding a spot by the committee boat
Thirteen RS600s turned up to Grafham Water Sailing Club for the Inland Championship 2025. We weren't greeted with the fantastic forecast we had seen earlier in the week, but it seemed there was plenty of wind to get trapezing around the course.
by Will Russell
Posted 22 May 17:50 BST
HD Sails Scottish Solo travellers at Largs
HD Sails Scottish Solo travellers at Largs
Ben Ledi trophy rewards consistency by not allowing any discard
As the Scottish Solo fleet travelled to Largs on the west coast for the third of the HD Sails travellers series we knew that the event would be bathed in sunshine, but would there be enough wind?
by Ross Watson
Posted 22 May 17:02 BST
Solo McIntyre Mini Globe Race - 18,000 miles to go
Solo McIntyre Mini Globe Race - 18,000 miles to go
Pirates, squalls, and paradise found
The McIntyre Mini Globe Race fleet has officially fallen under the spell of the South Pacific—a place where dreams of palm-fringed beaches collide with the reality of torrential rain, viscous squalls, Loud lightening, questionable dinghy landings.
by McIntyre Mini Globe Race
Posted 22 May 16:10 BST
RCIYC Nick Cousins Memorial Spring Regatta
RCIYC Nick Cousins Memorial Spring Regatta
Superb conditions were the order of the day in Jersey
Superb conditions were the order of the day for the Royal Channel Islands Yacht Club's Nick Cousins Memorial Spring Regatta held in St Aubin's Bay over Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th May.
by Bill Harris
Posted 22 May 15:46 BST
Hyde Sails Flying Fifteen Video Tuning Guide
Hyde Sails Flying Fifteen Video Tuning Guide
Ben McGrane explains how to get the most out of your B1 mainsail with B1 or 2H jibs
Hyde Sails release new detailed video guide for tuning the Flying 15 for use with the B1 mainsail with B1 or 2H jibs.
by Mark Jardine & Ben McGrane
Posted 22 May 14:30 BST
NYYC American Magic team statement
NYYC American Magic team statement
Concerns over transparency and cooperation necessary to secure a fair Protocol
Over the past seven years, we've competed with pride, purpose, and perseverance in two editions of the America's Cup. It has been an honor to represent the New York Yacht Club and the United States on the global stage.
by American Magic
Posted 22 May 14:29 BST
Athena Racing concerned over 38th AC transparency
Athena Racing concerned over 38th AC transparency
Around the recent announcement of a Host City for the Cup in 2027
Athena Racing, representing Royal Yacht Squadron Ltd. as Challenger of Record for the 38th America's Cup, is concerned by the ongoing lack of transparency around the recent announcement of a Host City for the Cup in 2027.
by Athena Racing
Posted 22 May 13:42 BST
IMA Maxi Europeans day 3
IMA Maxi Europeans day 3
Maxi Grand Prix class turns up the pressure as courses go to windward-leeward
Following an overnight offshore race and two days of coastal courses, the IMA Maxi Europeans, run by IMA and Naples' Circolo del Remo e della Vela Italia out of Sorrento, for its penultimate day staged two windward-leeward races on the Gulf of Naples.
by James Boyd / International Maxi Association
Posted 22 May 13:22 BST
From Zero to Fleet
From Zero to Fleet
RS Feva ignites a new era of youth racing in Turkey
The RS Feva is making waves in Turkey, thanks to the strategic efforts of Performans Yelken and its founder, Ismail Uzunlar, the official RS Sailing dealer in the country.
by RS Marine Group
Posted 22 May 12:00 BST
RYA Scotland Board seeks non-exec directors
RYA Scotland Board seeks non-exec directors
RYA Scotland's mission is to inspire, nurture and support people, places and communities
RYA Scotland is one of the foremost volunteer-led Sport Governing Bodies in Scotland, protecting and promoting the interests of Scotland's boating community and the people across nearly 140 RYA Affiliated Clubs, Class Associations and Training Centres.
by Philippa Howie
Posted 22 May 11:47 BST
Snipe open weekend at Blackwater
Snipe open weekend at Blackwater
A superb weekend of racing at a superb venue
The Blackwater Sailing Club proudly hosted a highly successful Snipe Open Weekend on 10-11 May welcoming sailors from across the country for two days of outstanding competitive racing and warm camaraderie.
by Gay Ayton
Posted 22 May 11:28 BST
Ralph Herring Trophy and Pattinson Cup
Ralph Herring Trophy and Pattinson Cup
A double win for West Mersea YC boats in the first two EAORA races
On May 10 and 11 the first two East Anglian Offshore Racing Association races took place in unbroken sunshine. First came the Royal Burnham YC's Ralph Herring trophy - from West Mersea to Burnham on Crouch.
by Paul Wood
Posted 22 May 10:47 BST
Graduate Nationals runners and riders
Graduate Nationals runners and riders
All eyes turn to the tranquil yet tactically demanding waters of Staunton Harold
With the Graduate Dinghy Nationals just around the corner, all eyes turn to the tranquil yet tactically demanding waters of Staunton Harold Sailing Club. This year's championship promises a closely fought contest.
by Fresh Abendstern
Posted 22 May 10:13 BST
Final call for event delivery to Looe
Final call for event delivery to Looe
The P&B and Zhik Fireball Nationals takes place this weekend
The P&B and Zhik Fireball Nationals take place at Looe Sailing Club this weekend, the fleet's looking strong, as are the conditions! If you need an order taking we can arrange that for you.
by P&B
Posted 22 May 09:00 BST
Cape 31 Med Circuit Porquerolles Race preview
Cape 31 Med Circuit Porquerolles Race preview
16 teams from 12 nations going to paradise
The Cape 31 Med Circuit heads into Round Two next week at the iconic Porquerolles Race, where 16 teams representing 12 nations will go head-to-head over four days of world-class one-design racing, with practice racing beginning on Wednesday, May 27.
by Victoria Tomlinson Cheney
Posted 22 May 08:16 BST
Phantom South East series at Frensham
Phantom South East series at Frensham
Starting with a welcome bacon roll breakfast and a sunny open-air briefing
The 2025 South East series kicked off at Frensham Pond with conditions a complete contrast to last year's icy F5 blasting. It was a relaxed start to the day to allow club racing to clear the water.
by Dave Patrick
Posted 22 May 07:06 BST
From Zero to Fleet
The RS Feva is making waves in Turkey, thanks to the strategic efforts of Performans Yelken and its founder, Ismail Uzunlar, the official RS Sailing dealer in the country.
Hyde Sails Flying Fifteen Video Tuning Guide
Hyde Sails release new detailed video guide for tuning the Flying 15 for use with the B1 mainsail with B1 or 2H jibs.
Final call for event delivery to Looe
The P&B and Zhik Fireball Nationals take place at Looe Sailing Club this weekend, the fleet's looking strong, as are the conditions! If you need an order taking we can arrange that for you.
The appeal of offshore
I had been pondering. Yes. Marquee events have no issue attracting entrants. Middle Sea, Transpac, Cape to Rio, Fastnet, and Hobart all spring to mind instantly, but what of the ‘lesser' races? Lots of boats in pens (slips) a lot of the time
Henri-Lloyd supports Jazz Turner's challenge
For a young woman with multiple and complex health issues, Jazz Turner is remarkable calm as she faces her imminent departure on her around Great Britain sailing challenge.
X 195 'Turtle' Launch
I attended a rare event in the X One Design class: the launch of a new boat. It has been 18 years since the last new X was launched, and X195 has been a project that long in the making.
Sailing is for Everyone – and We Mean It
Sailing is a sport with space for everyone - and at Rooster, we're proud to support the communities making that a reality.
Banger Racing, Back Racing and No Racing
We start with racing on the cheap at the Colander Cup, then focus on a return to racing for the Aussies at the Youth Worlds, moving on to a complete lack of racing at the ILCA Worlds, and then looking at how SailGP should be back out on the water.
Cowes Spring Classics from Henri-Lloyd
A great way to kick off the season and enjoy the energy of Cowes. The event brings together classic yachts and sailing fans. Make sure to drop by our store in Cowes!
Exposure Marine Fastnet Race Kit Video Review
It's a huge year for offshore sailing, and arguably the biggest event of the summer is the Rolex Fastnet Race. Within an hour of entries opening the Royal Ocean Racing Club had received a record 435 yacht registrations.
15% Off New Sails with Early Bird Entry
RS Sailing Store is proud to support the UK RS Class Associations and their events in 2025. RS Sailors gearing up for their 2025 UK season can take advantage of an exclusive offer to help them hit the start line with fresh sails.
How Seldén Carbon Masts are made
I took a look around the Seldén Mast factory with Richard Thoroughgood from Seldén to find out a bit more about how the carbon tow reels become the masts that we use when out sailing.
Zhik Microfleece™ Performance Shorts
Developed through years of working with Olympic and World Champion sailors, the new Microfleece™ Performance Shorts are made for high-output days on the water.
For the love of slightly larger, even faster boats
Thank you. You have let For the love of small, fast boats run before the breeze like a superlight planning hull under way too big a kite, with immense sheep in the paddock, and the Sailing Master grasping the flare gun in his pocket... No chicken chutes.
New Versatile Training Dinghy Launches in the UK
GP Watercraft is excited to announce a new partnership with FD Yachts to bring the uniquely versatile training dinghy, the FD Future, to the UK market.
The Allure of Timber
In these days of exotic materials, high modulus carbon and ultra lightweight construction, it's possible to overlook the longevity, and sheer beauty, of boats made of wood.