New Zealand: 18 footer innovators New Zealand: 18 footer innovators Strong contributors to the 18ft Skiff's evolution over the years David McDiarmid's Honda Marine 18 footer team had just completed its three-in-a-row winning run at the 2020 JJ Giltinan World Championship on Sydney Harbour when the Covid pandemic hit and suspended the New Zealand 18ft skiff challenge until 2024. by Frank Quealey Posted 23 Jul 07:34 BST Admiral's Cup Ingrid Abery Tuesday Photo Gallery Admiral's Cup Ingrid Abery Tuesday Photo Gallery We're always thankful to Ingrid Abery for sending in her superb photos at events We're always thankful to Ingrid Abery for sending in her superb photos at events and she continually seems to be in the right place at the right time. by Ingrid Abery Posted 23 Jul 07:07 BST WASZP Games 2025 Day 2 WASZP Games 2025 Day 2 A fresh 18 knot breeze served up champagne foiling conditions After tough conditions out in the bay on Day 1, Day 2 brought all fleets into the flatter waters of Portland Harbour, where a fresh 18 knot breeze served up champagne foiling conditions. by Nicola Hoyle Posted 23 Jul 05:57 BST Admiral's Cup Inshore Racing Starts Admiral's Cup Inshore Racing Starts Full-throttle Inshore Warfare The opening inshore clash of the 2025 Admiral's Cup was a gritty, high-octane showdown packed with drama and razor-sharp tactics. by Louay Habib / RORC Posted 22 Jul 22:16 BST (More than) A Day at the Races (More than) A Day at the Races The UK is the place to be right now if you're a sailor The UK is the place to be right now if you're a sailor, and I don't think I've ever known a time when so many great events are happening concurrently. by Mark Jardine Posted 22 Jul 22:00 BST Fuerteventura PWA Grand Slam Day 5 Fuerteventura PWA Grand Slam Day 5 Pierre Mortefon storms to victory in Slalom X Pierre Mortefon storms to victory in Slalom X, while Matteo Iachino and Maciek Rutkowski complete the podium. Freestyle kicks off on Wednesday. by Chris Yates Posted 22 Jul 20:32 BST Were the Roos Robbed in Portsmouth? Were the Roos Robbed in Portsmouth? We discuss the Race 6 Penalty with SailGP's Chief Umpire Craig Mitchell The high speed, short course action of SailGP is thrilling to watch, but inevitably causes tight situations and means the Umpires have to react quickly to decide who is right and who is wrong. by Mark Jardine Posted 22 Jul 19:43 BST Tornado Open, Mixed & Youth Worlds day 3 Tornado Open, Mixed & Youth Worlds day 3 The wait paid off as the race committee delivered two exciting and demanding races Day 3 of the 2025 Open, Mixed & Youth World Championships, with the heat intensifying both on and off the water. by International Tornado Class Association Posted 22 Jul 19:32 BST Admiral's Cup David Maynard Tuesday Photo Gallery Admiral's Cup David Maynard Tuesday Photo Gallery The first inshore races were sailed in typical Solent conditions Tuesday saw the first inshore races of the 2025 Admiral's Cup, which were sailed in typical Solent conditions, with 15 to 20 knots of South Westerly wind. Two races were held, a short and a long inshore race, using channel markers for rounding. by David Maynard Posted 22 Jul 18:46 BST RS100 Rooster National Tour at Lymington RS100 Rooster National Tour at Lymington Regret and satisfaction are the emotions most prevalent during a regatta Regret and satisfaction are the emotions most prevalent during a regatta. You regret the poor decisions and are overjoyed with satisfaction when you get things right. These emotions can be felt regularly during every race and even during one manoeuvre. by David Smart Posted 22 Jul 17:38 BST Noble Marine RS Vareo National Championship 2025 Noble Marine RS Vareo National Championship 2025 A fleet of 7 travelled to the Lymington Dinghy Regatta With very generous sponsorship from Rooster and the RS Sailing Store, a small RS Vareo fleet of 7 travelled to the Lymington Dinghy Regatta for our 2025 National Championships by Paul North Posted 22 Jul 16:56 BST Phantom Super Series at Lee-on-the-Solent Phantom Super Series at Lee-on-the-Solent Magic Mike gave his top tips to the sailors The weekend kicked off with a successful training day on Friday, led by the one and only "Magic" Mike Webster. Twelve Phantom sailors benefited from top tips, rig tuning advice, and a glorious 12-15 knot south-westerly breeze. by Sam Coxon Posted 22 Jul 14:27 BST Dualwatch and Tri-Watch Functions Explained Dualwatch and Tri-Watch Functions Explained Significantly improve your safety and communication effectiveness while on the water Using Dualwatch and Tri-Watch on your Marine VHF radio you can significantly improve your safety and communication effectiveness while on the water. by Icom UK Posted 22 Jul 12:00 BST Lymington Dinghy Regatta 2025 Lymington Dinghy Regatta 2025 The 190 sailors included almost 70 visiting teams The Lymington Dinghy Regatta, hosted jointly by the Lymington Town SC and Royal Lymington YC took place on the 19/20 July, proudly supported by local company Harken UK. by Heather Chipperfield Posted 22 Jul 11:57 BST Fuerteventura PWA Grand Slam Day 4 Fuerteventura PWA Grand Slam Day 4 Sarah-Quita Offringa secures incredible 26th world title Sarah-Quita Offringa secures incredible 26th world title, while Pierre Mortefon is on verge of winning men's after claiming back-to-back bullets. by Chris Yates Posted 22 Jul 11:45 BST Transat Café L'or calling for next destinatation Transat Café L'or calling for next destinatation After Cartagena, Salvador de Bahia, Puerto Limon, Itajaí, and Fort-de-France After Cartagena, Salvador de Bahia, Puerto Limon, Itajaí, and Fort-de-France, the TRANSAT CAFÉ L'OR Le Havre Normandie is now calling for applications to find a destination partner for the next editions, starting from the fall of 2027. by Transat Café L'OR Posted 22 Jul 11:10 BST XOD Telegraph Bowl at Cowes XOD Telegraph Bowl at Cowes Welcoming boats from Lymington and Itchenor to their divisional open The Cowes XODs welcomed boats from Lymington and Itchenor to their divisional Open Regatta, run over a weekend of changing weather and stiff competition in a 10-boat fleet. by Thom Board Posted 22 Jul 10:57 BST Cape 31 Med Circuit Round 4 at Imperia overall Cape 31 Med Circuit Round 4 at Imperia overall Stig stays steady to win again in Italy, Give Me Five tops Corinthian One Pro The Cape 31 fleet wrapped up a spectacular weekend of racing in Imperia with Alessandro Rombelli's Stig (ITA 76) claiming the overall win after nine races. This marks Stig's second Italian victory of the 2025 Cape 31 Race Circuit. by Tor Tomlinson Cheney Posted 22 Jul 10:31 BST Long Beach Olympic Classes Regatta overall Long Beach Olympic Classes Regatta overall Wrapping up with World-Class podium performances The Long Beach Olympic Classes Regatta wrapped up with a full podium and high spirits, marking a thrilling conclusion to a week of elite racing in the iconic waters off Southern California. by Long Beach Yacht Club Posted 22 Jul 06:41 BST Optimal Scottish Supernova Cup at Port Edgar Optimal Scottish Supernova Cup at Port Edgar Pea-souper fog lifts in time for some afternoon racing Sunday dawned with a pea-souper fog and light winds dimming down the initial enthusiasm for going racing. The local weather expert (I looked up XCWeather) predicted it would lift by 1pm which thankfully it did. by Calum Robertson Posted 22 Jul 06:24 BST Carsington Comet Open Carsington Comet Open Seasoned campaigners ignore the forecast to race With the forecast for thunderstorms and lots of rain, it was nevertheless good to see six hardy visiting helms attend Carsington's Comet open on 20 July. by Eddie Pope Posted 22 Jul 06:16 BST WASZP Games 2025 Day 1 WASZP Games 2025 Day 1 247 sailors across four fleets racing in Portland Harbour and Weymouth Bay "This race is live" — and with that, the 2025 WASZP Games were officially under way. With 247 sailors across four fleets, Portland Harbour and Weymouth Bay were transformed into a theatre of foiling. by WASZP Class Posted 22 Jul 05:55 BST Eye on the Prize Eye on the Prize The Contenders Chasing Admiral's Cup History For over half a century, the Admiral's Cup was considered the world championship of offshore racing. And then, in 2003, it was gone. Now, after a 22-year absence, the Cup is back. by Cyclops Marine Posted 21 Jul 20:07 BST Paul Antrobus obituary Paul Antrobus obituary One of the outstanding figures of the era of great amateur sailors Sailors around the world will be sad to hear that British offshore sailing legend Paul Antrobus has crossed the bar. One of the "greats" of the IOR era of offshore racing, Paul had a distinguished career both afloat and ashore. by John Roberson Posted 21 Jul 20:01 BST Tornado Open, Mixed & Youth Worlds day 2 Tornado Open, Mixed & Youth Worlds day 2 Extreme heat, patient wait – rewarded with late racing It was a really hot Day 2 in Kalamaria, with temperatures soaring to 39 degreesC and the wind taking a holiday—at least until late afternoon. Sailors endured a day ashore in cool lounge rooms provided, eagerly waiting for the breeze to fill in. by International Tornado Class Association Posted 21 Jul 20:00 BST Antigua launches high-energy racing spin-off Antigua launches high-energy racing spin-off The Antigua Racing Cup is an event for racing purists The Ministry of Tourism, Civil Aviation and Investment is pleased to announce that a new vision for yachting in Antigua and Barbuda is beginning to take shape, building on the long-established brand of Antigua Sailing Week. by Antigua Sailing Week Posted 21 Jul 19:52 BST Phantom sailing is hotting up in the south west Phantom sailing is hotting up in the south west After two great events, the Nationals at Plymouth beckons Two more Phantom events just completed at Castle Cove and Lee-on-Solent in idyllic conditions, as a precursor to the P&B Phantom National Championships in Plymouth. by Michael Wesbter Posted 21 Jul 19:42 BST Record MOCRA turn-out for the Rolex Fastnet Race Record MOCRA turn-out for the Rolex Fastnet Race This year there are 20 multihulls racing for the Crystal Trophy While the four Ultims maxi-trimarans and nine Ocean Fiftys have their own classes in this Saturday's centenary Rolex Fastnet Race, the remaining multihulls convene in the MOCRA class. by James Boyd / RORC Posted 21 Jul 19:34 BST 168th Jersey Electricity Gorey Regatta 168th Jersey Electricity Gorey Regatta In challenging conditions that in no way diminished the sheer fun The spirit of the Jersey Electricity Gorey Regatta - 168 years old this year - is well and truly alive judging by this year's event held over the weekend of 19-20 July. by Philip Jeune Posted 21 Jul 19:24 BST How to follow the Admiral's Cup inshore racing How to follow the Admiral's Cup inshore racing Scheduled to start on Tuesday, concluding on Thursday The Admiral's Cup Inshore Racing is scheduled to start on Tuesday 22 July with three days of racing concluding on Thursday 24 July. by RORC Press Posted 21 Jul 19:12 BST Dutch deliver comeback thriller at Picasso Cup Dutch deliver comeback thriller at Picasso Cup In true M32 style, it all went down to the wire After a season away from the circuit, Team Leeloo stormed back onto the M32 scene with a stunning last-gasp victory at the Picasso Cup in Kristinehamn. by M32 World Posted 21 Jul 18:54 BST 2025 Albacore Ontario Championship 2025 Albacore Ontario Championship Held at the Buffalo Canoe Club on the north side of Lake Erie The Buffalo Canoe Club is a gem of a yacht club, sitting on the north side of Lake Erie where the sand is soft and clean, the water is warm, and the vibe is sunshine even if the sun isn't out. by Steph Mah Posted 21 Jul 16:58 BST Catapult Travellers Trophy Series at Bala Catapult Travellers Trophy Series at Bala Points also count for the personal handicap series which runs in parallel Gareth Ede, sailing his Catapult, was the clear winner of the 2025 Bala Multihull Open AND his class's TT event, showing his prowess in both high winds and light airs. by Stuart Ede Posted 21 Jul 16:51 BST Rooster - Our Story, Our Passion, Our Purpose Rooster - Our Story, Our Passion, Our Purpose Not here for trends; here to make kit that works, lasts, and performs At Rooster, everything we do starts on the water. We believe in doing things properly. We're a small team of passionate sailors and watersports enthusiasts who design, test, and wear the kit ourselves. by Rooster Posted 21 Jul 14:30 BST Uber ORC C at 43rd Copa del Rey MAPFRE Preview Uber ORC C at 43rd Copa del Rey MAPFRE Preview Seven nationalities and more than thirty teams will compete for the continental crown Seven nationalities and more than thirty teams will compete for the continental crown in the Uber ORC C class at the 43rd Copa del Rey MAPFRE, organized by the Real Club Náutico de Palma. by Copa del Rey MAPFRE Posted 21 Jul 14:09 BST OK class UK Ranking List update OK class UK Ranking List update Andy Davis retains top spot With the National Championships counting for double points, there has been a closing up of points at the top with only a few points separating the top three with HD Sails' Andy Davis retaining his first place. by Karen Robertson Posted 21 Jul 13:47 BST Albacore Southerns at Thorpe Bay Albacore Southerns at Thorpe Bay A champagne event: sailing, weather, wind and socials Ten boats turned up for the Albacore Southerns at Thorpe Bay YC to be met by what can only be described as a Champagne Event (sailing, weather, wind and socials!). Only one glass was spilt (i.e. a capsize - yes it was me!). by Mike Banner Posted 21 Jul 12:23 BST A Day at the Races A Day at the Races What's it like to attend a SailGP event? On Sunday I went to the Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix in Portsmouth, sitting in the grandstand and filming with the usual camera I use for interviews to try and give you a taste of the action and atmosphere from the shoreside. by Mark Jardine Posted 21 Jul 11:26 BST DF95 Summer Series at Barton's Point week 2 DF95 Summer Series at Barton's Point week 2 Gradient wind fought with a sea breeze causing the wind to box the compass A light southerly gradient wind joisted with a weak northerly sea breeze causing the wind to box the compass for the second East Kent Summer Series event. 12 members turned out, with Ralph Wilkinson race officering. by Peter Jackson Posted 21 Jul 10:18 BST Yachting World Dayboat Open at Poole Yachting World Dayboat Open at Poole A reduced turnout on Sunday due to the high winds forecast Overall 12 boats took part in this year's open, numbers being affected by the Dayboat championships starting in Falmouth in one week's time and accurately forecast very windy weather on the Sunday. by Steve Wilson, Dayboat class captain, Poole YC Posted 21 Jul 07:47 BST WASZP Games 2025 Women's Sprint Champs Overall WASZP Games 2025 Women's Sprint Champs Overall A thrilling showdown with five high-octane slalom races in Portland Harbour The final day of the WASZP Women's Sprint Championship delivered a thrilling showdown with five high-octane slalom races, pushing sailors to their limits in fast, tactical conditions. by Nicola Hoyle Posted 21 Jul 07:02 BST Transpac 2025: A round of applause for the winners Transpac 2025: A round of applause for the winners Third and final trophy ceremony recognizes overall winners, special awards & more The 2025 Transpacific Yacht Race celebrated its Final Awards Ceremony and Closing Party on Saturday, July 19, at the Kaneohe Yacht Club, in Kaneohe, Hawaii. by David Schmidt / Transpacific Yacht Club Posted 21 Jul 02:43 BST EAORA Round the Goodwins Race EAORA Round the Goodwins Race Royal Temple Yacht Club Ramsgate Week 2025 Opener With a gusty southerly wind forecast a slightly controversial clockwise course was set, starting north to Goodwin Knoll after a short initial beat, so most boats had a foul tide for most of the race. by Peter Jackson Posted 20 Jul 22:23 BST Controversial Penalty Ends Australia's Podium Hope Controversial Penalty Ends Australia's Podium Hope The BONDS Flying Roos' hopes of a podium finish came undone in dramatic fashion The BONDS Flying Roos' hopes of a podium finish at the Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix came undone in dramatic fashion on Sunday, with a contentious umpire call combining to derail their Finals campaign. by BONDS Flying Roos Posted 20 Jul 22:10 BST Fuerteventura PWA Grand Slam Day 3 Fuerteventura PWA Grand Slam Day 3 Sarah-Quita Offringa on cusp of 26th world title Sarah-Quita Offringa on cusp of 26th world title after completing five-timer, while Men's remains too close to call with just 3.3 points separating first to fourth. by Chris Yates Posted 20 Jul 22:01 BST First Swiss SailGP podium First Swiss SailGP podium Third overall in Portsmouth Switzerland SailGP Team celebrated a major milestone this weekend, clinching their first-ever podium finish and third place overall at the Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix in Portsmouth. by Switzerland SailGP Team Posted 20 Jul 21:55 BST Emirates GBR secures podium result Emirates GBR secures podium result In front of sell-out crowd in Portsmouth The Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team has secured its fourth podium result of the 2025 Season in front of a sell-out crowd at its home event in Portsmouth. by Emirates GBR SailGP Team Posted 20 Jul 21:49 BST Tristan triumphs to win 2nd eSailing World title Tristan triumphs to win 2nd eSailing World title Tristan Péron became eSailing's first double world champion after qualifying for five finals The 2025 eSailing World Championship has concluded with a dramatic final live from Gdynia as part of the Gdynia Sailing Days festival. by World Sailing Posted 20 Jul 21:14 BST