Bembridge Sailing Club June Keelboat Weekend Bembridge Sailing Club June Keelboat Weekend An early high water time meant an early start An 08.00 HW meant an early start for the Keelboats on Saturday. Happily, a forecast 10kts from the SE filled in nicely for the four Redwings and two BODs who came out to race. by Robin Joy & Mike Samuelson Posted 23 Jun 13:57 BST Xalient Solo Nation's Cup at Lake Como Day 1 Xalient Solo Nation's Cup at Lake Como Day 1 Sunshine in Italy after a storm hits on the day before I awoke to the unfamiliar roar of an engine turbine as it throttled up, the local ferry utilising a hydrofoil system that, from the estimated weight of the beast, required as much thrust as the flux capacitor could give her to hit 88 miles an hour. by Will Loy Posted 23 Jun 13:27 BST RS400 Southern Championship at Warsash RS400 Southern Championship at Warsash The principal race officer's briefing brought mixed reactions For anyone in the 27 boat fleet who had looked at the weather forecast ahead of the RS400 Summer Championship hosted by Warsash Sailing Club, the principal race officer's briefing brought mixed reactions. by Matt Sheahan Posted 23 Jun 13:12 BST SailGP opens tender process for two new teams SailGP opens tender process for two new teams SailGP has confirmed 2026 expansion plans, unveiling details of a tender process to seek investment. SailGP has confirmed 2026 expansion plans, unveiling details of a tender process to seek investment for ownership of two new teams entering the global racing championship next season, alongside available stakes across existing national teams. by SailGP Media Posted 23 Jun 13:09 BST America's Cup - #3 Finish Line America's Cup - #3 Finish Line The Cup is still undecided. And somewhere, in one last simulation, the universe holds its breath. The Cup is still undecided. And somewhere, in one last simulation, the universe holds its breath. Step into the last leg. This is where legends break — or rise. by Pierre-Jean M. Cottalorda Posted 23 Jun 12:07 BST June Cup at Porthpean June Cup at Porthpean A lovely 18kt WSW breeze from the wind gods who were tucking into their popcorn Mention the words "Cup Race" at Porthpean and the wind gods turn up the speed controller, sit back on to their cloud and ready themselves for some first class entertainment. by Stacey Bray Posted 23 Jun 10:22 BST ILCA 4 Youth Europeans day 3 ILCA 4 Youth Europeans day 3 Qualifying series concludes in Puck, Poland The Qualifying series concluded on Sunday at the 2025 ILCA 4 Youth European Championships & Open European Trophy in Puck, Poland, after three days of competition and all six scheduled races completed. by Agustín Argüelles Posted 23 Jun 07:09 BST Spotted on the Water: Rooster Kit in Action Spotted on the Water: Rooster Kit in Action Rooster have been proud to support some of the biggest events on the calendar this month From the Women's Open Keelboat Championships to the ILCA Masters Europeans, Rooster have been proud to support some of the biggest events on the calendar this month. And what's been standing out just as much as the results? The gear. by Rooster Posted 22 Jun 20:19 BST 2025 29er Eurocup 8 in Kiel day 2 2025 29er Eurocup 8 in Kiel day 2 Bluebird skies and full-throttle racing in Kiel Day 2 of racing at Eurocup 8, held as part of Kiel Week 2025, delivered ideal conditions for the 29er fleet. by International 29er Class Posted 22 Jun 19:47 BST iQFOiL International Games day 2 iQFOiL International Games day 2 Patience rewarded with full-throttle foiling After a long wait for wind yesterday, Day 2 at the iQFOiL International Games delivered exciting racing across all categories at the 2025 Kieler Woche. by Rachele Vitello Posted 22 Jun 19:42 BST 2025 Morgan Cup Race Preview 2025 Morgan Cup Race Preview Over 100 boats expected to be on Yacht Squadron Line with crew competing from 24 different nations The Morgan Cup Race is the tenth race of the RORC Season's Points Championship—the world's largest offshore racing series. It is also the fourth race of the inaugural Cowes Offshore Racing Series. by Royal Ocean Racing Club Posted 22 Jun 19:39 BST Kieler Woche Day 2 Kieler Woche Day 2 The Olympic skiffs sorted themselves into gold and silver fleets after four daily races Subtropical sailing conditions with a light but sufficient breeze delighted the athletes on Sunday (June 22) on the second regatta day of Kieler Woche. by Kieler Woche Posted 22 Jun 19:37 BST 24th Argentario Sailing Week overall 24th Argentario Sailing Week overall A nail-biting finish saw last second changes in the overall results making for a perfect final day For the past four days, sailing history has come to life before crowds of enthusiasts, with yachts and sailors who have written its pages battling to claim first place at the Argentario Sailing Week, organised by the Yacht Club Santo Stefano. by Joseph Sawyer Posted 22 Jun 19:34 BST Project FEAR turns southwards Project FEAR turns southwards Charity circumnavigation progress report from the Shetland Islands Last month I didn't even know that Muckle Flugga existed. Yet today, the very name of the island brought tears of emotion to my eyes, as I heard Jazz Turner scream it out in victory, in a video she took when passing the lighthouse. by Magnus Smith Posted 22 Jun 18:00 BST 2025 29er Eurocup 8 in Kiel day 1 2025 29er Eurocup 8 in Kiel day 1 With 75 teams & 12 countries, it's incredible to see such a strong international fleet here in Kiel Day 1 of the eighth Eurocup event kicked off under bright skies and light winds, providing a tactically challenging start to the regatta. by International 29er Class Posted 22 Jun 13:52 BST Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez preview Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez preview Looking ahead to the 27th edition The elegance of the Classics, the power of the Moderns, the majesty of the Maxis. This dreamlike combination, a legacy of the Nioulargue, will once again come together in the stunning setting of the Gulf of Saint-Tropez from September 27 to October 5. by Maguelonne Turcat Posted 22 Jun 13:42 BST Hansa UK Travellers at Whitefriars Hansa UK Travellers at Whitefriars Testing conditions on the in the beautiful Cotswold water park The fourth Traveller Trophy in the series was held at Whitefriars SC, in the beautiful Cotswold water park, on the 31st May. It was a sunny day with a light south westerly wind, which led to testing conditions on the water. by Nicky Durston Posted 22 Jun 13:14 BST Lee-on-the-Solent Solution Open Preview Lee-on-the-Solent Solution Open Preview Looking forward to July sea breezes in the central Solent The Solution Class Association invites you to join us for our next open meeting at Lee-on-the-Solent Sailing Club (LOSSC) over the weekend of the 19th and 20th of July. by Jon Steward Posted 22 Jun 11:29 BST Topper Irish Nationals at Lough Erne Preview Topper Irish Nationals at Lough Erne Preview Around 50 talented young sailors will travel from all over Ireland to compete Lough Erne Yacht Club is looking forward to welcoming Topper sailors to the Irish National Championships over the weekend of Friday 4th - Sunday 6th July. by Carolyn McCaldin Posted 22 Jun 10:53 BST Quality fleet of 46 set for Squib Nationals Quality fleet of 46 set for Squib Nationals Scrutineering, weighing and launching today at Torquay A high quality fleet of 46 Squibs are gathering in Torquay to compete in the 2025 Nationals. Entries have been received from all parts of the UK and Ireland including Kinsale, Dundee, Edinburgh, Abersoch, East Coast clubs, Weymouth and the Isle of Wight. by Keith Davies Posted 22 Jun 09:53 BST Kieler Woche Day 1 Kieler Woche Day 1 German frontrunners in the 49er and 49er FX classes Fantastic summer weather with light but quite variable winds meant a reduced sailing program for more than 2000 participants at the start of Kieler Woche on Saturday (21 June). by Kieler Woche Posted 22 Jun 08:17 BST ILCA 4 Youth Europeans day 2 ILCA 4 Youth Europeans day 2 Superb winds gusting over 20 knots in Puck, Poland The second day of racing concluded on Saturday at the 2025 ILCA 4 Youth European Championships & Open European Trophy in Puck, Poland. Moderate winds averaging 14 knots, with strong gusts exceeding 20 knots, prevailed throughout the day. by Agustín Argüelles Posted 22 Jun 07:27 BST Swan One Design Worlds 2025 concludes Swan One Design Worlds 2025 concludes 35 yachts, 30 nations, 4 dynamic classes – a celebration of racing, connection, and ClubSwan spirit The 2025 Swan One Design Worlds, the flagship event of the ClubSwan Racing Nations League, concluded today in Porto Cervo after an unforgettable week that brought together 35 yachts across four one-design classes and over 30 nations. by ClubSwan Racing Posted 21 Jun 20:00 BST Hansa Class UK Nationals 2025 at the WPNSA Hansa Class UK Nationals 2025 at the WPNSA Sally Renoldson of the Academy and her team put together a fantastic event The event was held at the iconic Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy, a fitting venue to decide the 2025 National Champions for each of the four Hansa classes. by David Durston Posted 21 Jun 19:24 BST The Nations League Swan One Design Worlds overall The Nations League Swan One Design Worlds overall Earlybird clinches ClubSwan 50 World Championship title The Porto Cervo leg of The Nations League - Swan One Design Worlds, an event organised by the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda with ClubSwan Racing, drew to a close today. by Yacht Club Costa Smeralda Posted 21 Jun 19:07 BST 24th Argentario Sailing Week day 3 24th Argentario Sailing Week day 3 Exemplary sportsmanship and an interview with Roberto Lacorte With just one day to go before the final day of the Argentario Sailing Week, organised by the Yacht Club Santo Stefano with the support of the Municipality of Monte Argentario, the rankings are starting to take form, framed by continued ideal weather. by Joseph Sawyer Posted 21 Jun 19:00 BST Mustang Survival sponsor J/70 Corinthian Worlds Mustang Survival sponsor J/70 Corinthian Worlds Being held at Marblehead, Massachusetts this September The Eastern Yacht Club and Mustang Survival are thrilled to announce a partnership to bring the 2025 J/70 Corinthian World Championship to the waters of Marblehead, Massachusetts. by Hannah Lynn Reid Posted 21 Jun 15:26 BST Royal Thames YC River Pageant preview Royal Thames YC River Pageant preview A ceremonial procession through central London is planned The Royal Thames Yacht Club (RTYC), will continue its 250th Anniversary celebrations this month with a maritime celebration on the River Thames. by Robin Tott Posted 21 Jun 14:36 BST Supernova Nationals 2025 Runners and Riders Supernova Nationals 2025 Runners and Riders A whopping 88 helms are set for the WPNSA next weekend The Supernova National Championships is at Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy this coming weekend. With a whopping 88 entries, it's a contender for the largest adult single-handed event in the UK this year. by Alex Reeve Posted 21 Jun 14:30 BST St. Maarten Heineken Regatta Notice of Race St. Maarten Heineken Regatta Notice of Race The Biggest Regatta in the Caribbean is Ready for 2026! The St. Maarten Heineken Regatta has once again secured its place as the biggest regatta in the Caribbean, with 107 yachts crossing the start line and 13,000 visitors transcending upon the Port de Plaisance Regatta Village. by St. Maarten Heineken Regatta Posted 21 Jun 13:39 BST Xalient Solo Nation's Cup at Lake Como Day 0 Xalient Solo Nation's Cup at Lake Como Day 0 Circolo Vela Bellano continues to welcome Solos through its gates Circolo Vela Bellano, nestled on the banks of the eastern side of Lake Como continues to welcome Solos through its gates in readiness for what is effectively the European Championship. by Will Loy Posted 21 Jun 11:22 BST Medway YC Keelboat Regatta Medway YC Keelboat Regatta What a blast - on the water and shoreside The regatta was a two day event with an additional practice race on the Friday evening. The cruisers racing two races on the Saturday all within the River Medway and down river as far as the entrance at Queenborough. by Jamie Blair Posted 21 Jun 07:40 BST 2025 Suzuki ILCA Master Europeans overall 2025 Suzuki ILCA Master Europeans overall Jon Emmett and Orlando Gledhill are crowned champions at Hayling island The 2025 Suzuki ILCA Master European Championships concluded today in Hayling Island, Great Britain, after five days of competition and nine races held for both fleets. A strong wind was expected, but conditions turned out to be lighter than forecast. by Agustín Argüelles Posted 20 Jun 23:25 BST Zhik and Australian Sailing renew partnership Zhik and Australian Sailing renew partnership For a fourth Olympic cycle Zhik and Australian Sailing are proud to celebrate over a decade of partnership, one built on innovation, elite performance and podium success. Since 2013, the collaboration has helped deliver four Olympic gold medals and four silver medals. by Zhik Posted 20 Jun 22:00 BST Finn World Masters in Medemblik overall Finn World Masters in Medemblik overall 'Incredible' Finn World Masters closes after epic week Pieter-Jan Postma, from The Netherlands, has won his second Finn World Masters title as the 2025 Finn World Masters drew to a close in Medemblik on Friday, after having won the title on Thursday with a day to spare. by Robert Deaves Posted 20 Jun 21:37 BST 24th Argentario Sailing Week day 2 24th Argentario Sailing Week day 2 Ideal wind conditions, breath-taking sea, and nothing but smiles on the docks Peter Isler (SPARTAN), Mark Faulkner (LEONORE), Roberto Lacorte (LULUNIKKA) Ariella Cattai (CRIVIZZA), Inigo Strez (HALLOWE'EN) and Rafael Pereira Aragón (MATRERO) continue to charge ahead in the overall rankings. by Joseph Sawyer Posted 20 Jun 21:22 BST 30% off Vaikobi puffers - this weekend only! 30% off Vaikobi puffers - this weekend only! There's never been a better time to zip up and stay warm There's never been a better time to Zip up and stay warm in Vaikobi. Our quality-made Vaikobi Down Vests and Jackets are NOW 30% OFF UNTIL 22 JUNE! by Vaikobi Posted 20 Jun 21:00 BST Tom Dolan's 2025 so far Tom Dolan's 2025 so far From victory to vision Tom kicked off 2025 with a strong, varied schedule — combining solo races, double-handed challenges, and a standout crewed performance. by Tom Dolan Racing Posted 20 Jun 20:41 BST The Nations League Swan One Design Worlds day 3 The Nations League Swan One Design Worlds day 3 Mistral makes for a perfect day The Mistral arrived in Porto Cervo as forecast and starting procedures began on schedule at 1 p.m. on both race courses. From an initial 10 knots, the wind built to reach 18 knots during the second race of the day, shifting progressively to the left. by Yacht Club Costa Smeralda Posted 20 Jun 20:03 BST ILCA 4 Youth Europeans day 1 ILCA 4 Youth Europeans day 1 Bright sunshine and steady winds in Puck, Poland Racing kicked off today at the 2025 ILCA 4 Youth European Championships & Open European Trophy in Puck, Poland. The event was greeted with bright sunshine and ideal sailing conditions, with steady winds ranging from 11 to 14 knots. by Agustín Argüelles Posted 20 Jun 19:38 BST Top quality fleet ready for Course des Caps Top quality fleet ready for Course des Caps 2025 IMOCA Globe Series begins this weekend The Course des Caps-Boulogne sur Mer-Banque Populaire du Nord starts from Boulogne-sur-Mer in the Pas-de-Calais on June 29th and circumnavigates the British Isles via the northern tip of the Shetland Islands. by Ed Gorman / IMOCA Globe Series Posted 20 Jun 18:31 BST iQFOiL International Games set at Kieler Woche iQFOiL International Games set at Kieler Woche The first time this cutting-edge Olympic windsurfing class takes a leading role at the festival All eyes will be on Kiel this week as the iQFOiL International Games begin tomorrow, Saturday, June 21, at Kieler Woche, marking the first time this cutting-edge Olympic windsurfing class takes a leading role at the iconic German sailing festival. by Rachele Vitello Posted 20 Jun 17:47 BST Zhik partner with German Sailing Team Zhik partner with German Sailing Team And exclusive Technical Apparel Partner of the German Sailing Association Zhik and the German Sailing Team announce a new partnership, as the innovative Australian performance apparel brand becomes exclusive Technical Apparel Partner of the German Sailing Team and the German Sailing Association (DSV). by Zhik Posted 20 Jun 17:00 BST 44Cup Marstrand 2025 preview 44Cup Marstrand 2025 preview 3rd event of the season in Sweden next week Historically this is the most consistently visited venue for the high performance owner-driver RC44 one designs and their owners, which have visited the remote picture postcard island on Sweden's west coast since 2011, with the sole exception of 2016. by 44Cup Posted 20 Jun 15:45 BST 505 Nationals at Weymouth preview 505 Nationals at Weymouth preview It's as if a preparatory gun has fired for the 2026 World Championship The legendary 5o5 fleet are using the news that the World Championship will be returning to these shores as a driver to reinvigorate their fortunes. by Dougal Henshall Posted 20 Jun 15:01 BST DF95 Spring Series event 10 at Barton's Point DF95 Spring Series event 10 at Barton's Point Penultimate event in the series for East Kent Radio SC With a southerly wind last weeks A class Nationals course was used, re-set by Dave Adams, for the penultimate East Kent RSC DF95 Spring Series event. 13 races of the planned 16 were run in 'A' rig conditions and hot sunshine. by Peter Jackson Posted 20 Jun 13:23 BST Aspen renews sponsorship for Women's Match Race Aspen renews sponsorship for Women's Match Race As title sponsor of the 2025 Bermuda Women's Match Racing Regatta The Royal Bermuda Yacht Club and World Match Racing Tour has announced the return of leading speciality insurer and re-insurer ASPEN as title sponsor of the 2025 Bermuda Women's Match Racing Regatta to be held from 21-26 October. by WMRT Posted 20 Jun 13:03 BST Ben Willows appointed CEO of RS Marine Group Ben Willows appointed CEO of RS Marine Group Embarking on the next chapter of strategic growth RS Marine Group is proud to announce the appointment of Ben Willows as its new Chief Executive Officer. by RS Marine Group Posted 20 Jun 12:00 BST