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X-Yachts announces Partnership with renowned yachtsman Jesper Radich for XR 41 Racing Program

by X-Yachts Australia 17 Jul 01:30 BST
Render of the XR 41 upwind © X-Yachts

X-Yachts is thrilled to announce a new partnership with renowned yachtsman Jesper Radich for their XR 41 racing program.

Kevin Wallis, Managing Director of X-Yachts Australia & New Zealand, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, stating, “We are very excited to team up with Jesper. Since the inception of the XR project, we have worked closely with some of the industry's top minds. It's a natural progression to continue this path in both development and competitive racing.”

For the 2025 racing season, X-Yachts will field their own dedicated team, providing valuable experience in racing the XR 41 and offering young talent a gateway into competitive offshore sailing.

Jesper Radich will lead the team as skipper, bringing a unique approach to team development and performance. “This project aligns closely with my approach to sailing team dynamics,” Radich explains. “We'll focus on team development, incremental progress, and mindset, emphasising technical improvement and crew skills to achieve our goals.”

The team will comprise a blend of experienced professionals and emerging Danish talents, fostering an environment where young sailors can evolve alongside seasoned professionals.

“I'll ensure comprehensive team development and optimal race performance,” Radich adds. “Success in yacht racing requires a concerted team effort, and we're seeking individuals with a mix of strength, precision, courage, and analytical thinking.”

The team's ambitious racing schedule includes prestigious events such as the Mai Offshore Regatta (Maior), Kieler Woche, Gotland Runt, and the ORC World Championship in Tallinn. Plans to participate in Fyn Rundt with a diverse crew from X-Yachts ensure an inclusive racing calendar.

The new XR 41 will have its world premier at the 2025 BOOT Boat Show, but Wallis advised that already eight have been sold to existing X-Yachts owners. For more information on the new XR 41 including pricing and base specifications/options, please contact Kevin Wallis (m) + 61 414 258 666 (e) .

About Jesper Radich:

Jesper Radich is a Danish professional sailor and coach with an impressive record, including victories in the World Match Racing Tour and various European and World Championships across Maxi yacht, One-design, and ORC classes. He served as helmsman for the Spanish Desafío Español during the 2005-07 Americas Cup in Valencia. Jesper holds a Master’s degree in Social Science/Learning with a minor in Physical Education from the University of Copenhagen.

About X-Yachts

X-Yachts has pioneered the sailing industry through innovation and world class craftsmanship with a uniquely Danish design character thus delivering our customers Superior Sailing Pleasure. X-Yachts started as a small shipyard in 1979, building sailboats with record-breaking racing results.

With 45 years of heritage, X-Yachts builds sailboats in three different series. The 'X Performance' series is designed with the focus on racing performance and speed while keeping in mind the sleek, comfortable yacht design synonymous with X-Yachts. The 'X Cruising' series allows comfortable cruising whether offshore or onshore, on spacious and luxurious yachts. The “X Range” series combines the best characteristics of both series without compromising luxury or performance.

X-Yachts has built and sold more than 6,000 boats to customers worldwide. We are passionate about engaging with them and building a worldwide X-Community of X-Yachts owners and sailors. X-Yachts employs over 280 people worldwide and has a network of 40 dealers selling our boats in 22 countries.

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