Making her competitive debut in the prestigious ORC Class A&B, the XR 41 entered the fleet with two boats:
EXCITER, skippered by seasoned offshore competitor Jens Kuphal
Final Results - ORC Class A&B
After eight fiercely contested races, the final leaderboard stood as follows:
1st Place - Jesper Radich on FORMULA X (XR 41)
Delivering a masterclass in consistency and control, Radich and his Danish X-Yachts Racing Team won five of eight races, confirming the XR 41's elite potential and performance
Pedigree. Their dominance across shifting conditions sent a strong signal to the international offshore racing community: the XR 41 is here to win.
2nd Place - Peter Buhl on Sirena (ClubSwan 42)
Buhl's Sirena sailed a solid and tactical series, consistently earning top finishes and securing second overall. While unable to unseat FORMULA X, the team closed strong with a final race win, underlining their experience and resilience.
3rd Place - Erik Stannow on DIXI 4 (X-41)
The real battle was for third, and DIXI 4 seized the podium spot in the closing stages. With smart decisions and consistency throughout, Stannow's team edged out tough competition
— including XR 41 EXCITER, which nonetheless showcased the class's depth and competitiveness.
A Breakthrough Performance for the XR 41
With two boats in the top four and a commanding regatta win, the XR 41 has proven itself as the future of offshore performance sailing. Designed with a focus on race-
Optimised geometry, an open cockpit, and next- gen rig tuning, the boat's performance at MaiOR delivered on every promise — and then some.
"This is exactly the kind of result we dreamed of," said Kevin Wallis, Managing Director, X-Yachts Australia and New Zealand. "To see the XR 41 win in her first regatta — against serious competition — confirms the design is not only competitive, but capable of leading the fleet."
A Strong Start to a Promising Season
With MaiOr now complete, the XR 41 moves forward with momentum and credibility. For Racers, owners, and teams watching closely, the message is clear: X-Yachts has raised the bar.
About X-Yachts
Founded in 1979 and headquartered in Haderslev, Denmark, X-Yachts has over 45 years of experience building high-performance sailing yachts that combine racing pedigree with Scandinavian craftsmanship. With more than 6,000 yachts launched worldwide, X-Yachts has become a global benchmark for innovation, precision engineering, and seaworthiness — from competitive race boats to luxurious performance cruisers.
The company's legacy includes numerous championship titles across ORC, IRC, and one- design classes, with models consistently topping podiums in some of the world's most prestigious offshore events. Today, X-Yachts continues to push the boundaries of yacht design and technology with its Pure X, Xc, and now the new XR performance line — reaffirming its commitment to excellence on every level of the sport.
Contact Kevin Wallis at (m) +61 414 258 666 or (e)
for more information.
Contact Kevin Wallis at (m) +61 414 258 666 or (e)
for more information.
Contact Kevin Wallis at (m) +61 414 258 666 or (e)
for more information.