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Yanmar named title sponsor of Dragon Gold Cup 2025

by Yanmar Holdings Co. 19 Aug 10:49 BST 23-30 August 2025
Key visual for the YANMAR Dragon Gold Cup 2025 © Yanmar Marine

Yanmar Holdings Co., Ltd. will serve as the title sponsor of the Dragon Gold Cup 2025, the premier event in the international Dragon class sailing competition.

The YANMAR Dragon Gold Cup 2025 will be held in Douarnenez, France, from August 23 to 30, 2025. Yanmar has been a proud supporter of the Dragon Gold Cup since 2019.

The International Dragon class is a globally popular racing category, with numerous events held throughout the year. YANMAR Racing, the company's own sailing team, has competed in the Dragon class since 2018 with the aim of sharing the joy of marine sports with people around the world.

With over a century of dedication to the ocean, Yanmar has built a legacy of innovation and expertise, delivering technologies that enhance marine lifestyles. Its involvement in the Dragon Class reflects a passion for sharing the joy of the sea through marine sports and reinforces the company's Brand Statement, A Sustainable Future—a commitment to advancing sustainable and enriching marine experiences for all.

Left: Yasuhiro Yaji, Sam Gilmour, and Peter Gilmour of the Dragon Class YANMAR Racing; right: Scenes from the sailing race - photo © Yanmar Marine
Left: Yasuhiro Yaji, Sam Gilmour, and Peter Gilmour of the Dragon Class YANMAR Racing; right: Scenes from the sailing race - photo © Yanmar Marine

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