Vendée Globe Friday 27th December Update Vendée Globe Friday 27th December Update Richomme leads Atlantic charge + the next Pacific storm Yoann Richomme on PAPREC ARKÉA leads Charlie Dalin on MACIF Santé Prévoyance as the almost inseparable pair have found the wind again in the South Atlantic. by Mark Jardine Posted 27 Dec 08:41 GMT 2024 Sydney Hobart – Condolences/racing continues 2024 Sydney Hobart – Condolences/racing continues Sail-World.com joins with the whole sailing community worldwide in expressing our condolences Sail-World.com joins with the whole sailing community worldwide in expressing our condolences to the families and friends of the two souls lost off Flying Fish Arctos and Bowline. by John Curnow, Editor, Sail-World AUS Posted 27 Dec 02:00 GMT Good Xmas Entries for Yorkshire Dales and Grafham Good Xmas Entries for Yorkshire Dales and Grafham Christmas is a busy time for competitors in the Seldén Sailjuice Winter Series Christmas is a busy time for competitors in the Seldén Sailjuice Winter Series, with more than 60 entered for the Magic Marine Yorkshire Dales Brass Monkey and over 100 for the Gill Grafham Grand Prix... by Andy Rice Posted 26 Dec 20:14 GMT Tragic deaths in Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race Tragic deaths in Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race On Flying Fish Arctos (NSW) and Bowline (SA) both crew members were hit by the boom There have been, tragically, two separate deaths overnight in the 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, involving the vessels Flying Fish Arctos (NSW) and Bowline (SA). by Di Pearson / RSHYR Media Posted 26 Dec 19:57 GMT Master Lock Comanche out of Rolex Sydney Hobart Master Lock Comanche out of Rolex Sydney Hobart Mainsail damage forces frontrunner to retire In shock news early this morning, Master Lock Comanche (NSW) has retired from the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, reporting mainsail damage. by Di Pearson / RSHYR Media Posted 26 Dec 18:16 GMT 2024 Sydney Hobart – List of Retirees grows 2024 Sydney Hobart – List of Retirees grows Just like the weather, the list of retirees continues to build. For 16 crews, it is done Just like the weather, the list of retirees continues to build. For 16 crews, the 2024 Sydney Hobart is over. by John Curnow, Editor, Sail-World AUS Posted 26 Dec 18:00 GMT Vendée Globe Race Thursday Update Vendée Globe Race Thursday Update The elastic effect is seen all the way through the fleet Expansion and compression. Stretching and rebounding. The elastic effect is seen all the way through the Vendée Globe fleet. by Vendée Globe media Posted 26 Dec 17:38 GMT RSHYR 2024 | Start images 2 Bow Caddy Media RSHYR 2024 | Start images 2 Bow Caddy Media The strong Nor'easter with bright sunshine and building swell as seen from the air The Bow Caddy team was fortunate to be in the air. A strong nor'easter, bright sunshine and a building swell made for some great photo opportunities. by Bow Caddy Media Posted 26 Dec 17:36 GMT RSHYR 2024 | Start images 1 Bow Caddy Media RSHYR 2024 | Start images 1 Bow Caddy Media Photographer's delight - A strong nor'easter, bright sunshine and a building swell Conditions outside the Sydney Heads at the start of the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race today were ideal for photographers. A strong nor'easter, bright sunshine and a building swell made for some great photo opportunities. by Bow Caddy Media Posted 26 Dec 17:33 GMT Vaikobi beach coats back in stock Vaikobi beach coats back in stock Cozy, quick-dry microfleece lining. Great to keep warm or get changed in Cozy, quick-dry microfleece lining. Great to keep warm or get changed in. Quality non-rust zips. Oversized hood for cold days. by Vaikobi Posted 26 Dec 15:32 GMT 2024 Sydney Hobart – Comanche latest scalp 2024 Sydney Hobart – Comanche latest scalp Comanche who was so far ahead of her own record pace is now retired at sea. Shame It's in the name. Belting downhill is just plain brutal on boats. Heaps of fun, but everything and everyone is doing it, well, hard. Alas, Comanche who was so far ahead of her own record pace is now retired at sea due to mainsail damage. Shame by John Curnow, Editor, Sail-World AUS Posted 26 Dec 13:28 GMT 2024 RSHYR: Philosopher retires from race 2024 RSHYR: Philosopher retires from race The 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race has claimed its third boat to a dismasting The 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race has claimed its third boat to a dismasting when New South Wales boat Philosopher retired from the race. by Steve Dettre / RSHYR media Posted 26 Dec 12:53 GMT Vendée Globe Boxing Day Update Vendée Globe Boxing Day Update Battles throughout the fleet! Charlie Dalin on MACIF Santé Prévoyance has caught up with Yoann Richomme on PAPREC ARKÉA at the front, and Sébastien Simon on Groupe Dubreuil rounded Cape Horn yesterday and has closed the gap with the two leaders. by Mark Jardine Posted 26 Dec 12:46 GMT 2024 RSHYR: URM Group retires from race 2024 RSHYR: URM Group retires from race URM Group working on a few sail changes after passing through Sydney Heads One of the favourites of the 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, URM Group, has been forced to retire after being dismasted. by Steve Dettre / RSHYR media Posted 26 Dec 11:45 GMT 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race kicks off 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race kicks off A resplendent and animated Sydney Harbour for the 104-strong fleet A resplendent and animated Sydney Harbour, sunshine, blue skies and building 18-24 knot northeasterly winds heralded a perfect start to the 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race. by Quinag Posted 26 Dec 09:35 GMT 2024 RSHYR: Transcendence Rudy Project retires 2024 RSHYR: Transcendence Rudy Project retires Father and son duo Martin and John Cross have been devastated with the retirement Father and son duo Martin and John Cross have been devastated with the retirement of their Jeanneau Sun Fast 3300 boat, Transcendence Rudy Project, after they lost their mast shortly after 1820hrs. by Steve Dettre/RSHYR media Posted 26 Dec 08:01 GMT Alive becomes first Rolex Sydney Hobart casualty Alive becomes first Rolex Sydney Hobart casualty Withdrawing from the race because of engine issues Defending champion Alive, has become the first casualty of the 2024 race, withdrawing because of engine issues. by Steve Dettre/RSHYR media Posted 26 Dec 07:28 GMT 2024 Sydney Hobart – LawConnect's furler 2024 Sydney Hobart – LawConnect's furler Tony Mutter on LawConnect explains the furler situation just off Sydney Heads Tony Mutter on LawConnect explains the furler situation just off Sydney Heads at the start of the 2024 Sydney Hobart by John Curnow, Editor, Sail-World AUS Posted 26 Dec 06:21 GMT Flying start in Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race Flying start in Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race LawConnect led the fleet through Sydney Heads before drama struck LawConnect led the 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race fleet through Sydney Heads before drama struck when her furling line momentarily refused to play ball. by Steve Dettre/RSHYR media Posted 26 Dec 05:27 GMT 2024 Sydney Hobart – Great viewing - chat with URM 2024 Sydney Hobart – Great viewing - chat with URM The tacking duel down Sydney Harbour was exciting The tacking duel down Sydney Harbour was exciting. LawConnect went for bragging rights and got them, for first out the Heads. Comanche had to pinch to make the clear space she so desperately needs, and Celestial 70 was showing her intentions early... by John Curnow, Editor, Sail-World AUS Posted 26 Dec 03:07 GMT 2024 RSHYR - on track for a fast start 2024 RSHYR - on track for a fast start Strong north easterly winds predicted for the 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race A fast start to the 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race is still on the cards, with strong north easterly winds predicted for the 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race. by Steve Dettre/RSHYR media Posted 26 Dec 01:02 GMT 2024 RSHYR - Commodores and sons make history 2024 RSHYR - Commodores and sons make history Sam Haynes and William are on Celestial. Stephen McCullum on Love and War and Jack on Porco Rosso CYCA Commodore Sam Haynes and his son William are on Celestial. RYCT Commodore Stephen McCullum on Love and War and his son Jack is racing on Porco Rosso. by Greta Quealy/RSHYR media Posted 25 Dec 23:07 GMT RSHYR 2024 | At the CYCA with Bow Caddy RSHYR 2024 | At the CYCA with Bow Caddy Boxing Day update and dock walk with Crosbie Lorimer from the Cruising Yacht Club of AUS Boxing Day update and dock walk with Crosbie Lorimer from the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia, with Dale Lorimer, Wendi and Jake all making the coverage as brilliant as ever. by Bow Caddy Media Posted 25 Dec 22:15 GMT 2024 Sydney Hobart – Game Time! 2024 Sydney Hobart – Game Time! Did someone say TV? Must have. Apart from the über-glamour kite start, things look pretty good Did someone say TV? Must have. Apart from the über-glamour kite start, things look pretty good. Bright sunshine, and a Nor'easter of 12-15 knots for start means a tacking duel out of Sydney Harbour. by John Curnow, Editor, Sail-World AUS Posted 25 Dec 18:53 GMT Vendée Globe Race Wednesday Update Vendée Globe Race Wednesday Update Christmas done right for Seb Simon, at Cape Horn Like an over excited youngster on Christmas morning, Seb Simon (Groupe Dubreuil) had to wait until after breakfast time before he could pass Cape Horn for his first time. by Vendée Globe media Posted 25 Dec 18:48 GMT RSHYR 2024 | On board and in depth with Bow Caddy RSHYR 2024 | On board and in depth with Bow Caddy As we get set for the Sydney Hobart, here are some perspectives on what it's like being there As we get set for the big race, here are some terrific perspectives as to what it takes to be in the Sydney to Hobart yacht race. by Bow Caddy Media Posted 25 Dec 17:22 GMT Vendée Globe Christmas Day Update Vendée Globe Christmas Day Update A Merry Vendée Christmas! On Christmas Day Yoann Richomme on PAPREC ARKÉA is powering his way up the South Atlantic, now over 90 nautical miles ahead of Charlie Dalin on MACIF Santé Prévoyance, while Sébastien Simon on Groupe Dubreuil should round Cape Horn today. by Mark Jardine Posted 25 Dec 07:30 GMT 2024/5 Hong Kong Flying 15 Championship 2024/5 Hong Kong Flying 15 Championship Thirteen F15's assembled for the regatta The Hong Kong Flying Fifteen Championships were held on 7-8 December 2024. The fleet relocated from Kellet Island to Middle Island a couple of weeks beforehand to get some practice on the championship racecourse off Lamma Island. by Leigh Riddell of the HK F15 Association Posted 25 Dec 07:28 GMT Rolex Sydney Hobart passion undergoing boost Rolex Sydney Hobart passion undergoing boost At Southport Yacht Club the co-passion extends right through the club Co-Passion for the 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race at the Southport Yacht Club (SYC) extends right through the Club, with the commodore and receptionist taking to the water. by Steve Dettre/RSHYR media Posted 25 Dec 04:23 GMT RSHYR 2024 | Chris Lewis Interview RSHYR 2024 | Chris Lewis Interview Navigator on LawConnect walks through the weather system for the 2024 Hobart Chris Lewis - or Lew as he's better known to most - was the navigator aboard LawConnect when she won Line Honours in 2023. Lew is back for more with LawConnect in 2024 and this is race forecast step by step, using the European model on PredictWind by Bow Caddy Media Posted 25 Dec 02:45 GMT Vendée Globe Race Tuesday Update Vendée Globe Race Tuesday Update It's a Cape Horn Christmas cracker for leader Richomme When he crossed Cape Horn as the narrowest of narrow leaders at the head of the 36 strong Vendée Globe fleet at 23:27:20hrs UTC on Monday night Yoann Richomme set two new records for the solo round the world course. by Vendée Globe media Posted 24 Dec 18:42 GMT A Year of Celebration, Competition, and Community A Year of Celebration, Competition, and Community RS Sailing reflects on an incredible year As we reflect on an incredible year, RS Sailing extends a heartfelt thanks to all the dedicated members of the racing community, from those organizing small local regattas to the passionate competitors and volunteers involved in events. by RS Sailing Posted 24 Dec 16:00 GMT Vendee Globe: Richomme sets two records Vendee Globe: Richomme sets two records Yoann Richomme has beaten Charlie Dalin to round Cape Horn - Updated story Vendee Globe have advised in the latest update that at 2327hrs UTC on Dec 23 that Yoann Richomme was the first Vendee Globe competitor to round Cape Horn. He has taken over 3days 13hrs off the 2016 record. by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World.com/nz Posted 24 Dec 14:14 GMT Gear that conquers oceans Gear that conquers oceans Zhik proud to partner the record-breaking Yoann Richomme Zhik, innovative sailing apparel leader, is proud to highlight its role as the ultimate performance partner for elite ocean racing. by Zhik Posted 24 Dec 12:00 GMT Season's Greetings from the UK Europe Class Season's Greetings from the UK Europe Class Delighted to welcome 68 members to the UK Europe Class community in 2024 As we reach out to our 2024 members, we are happy to extend our season's greetings to the wider sailing community, wishing a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you and your family. by Ben Harris / UK Europe Class Association Posted 24 Dec 11:54 GMT Latest Merlin Rocket class Magazine Latest Merlin Rocket class Magazine Hitting members' doorsteps now If you are interested in all things Merlin you can take a look as it is now published online too. The fixtures for the famous Craftinsure Silver Tiller Series are on page 4 - and the fixtures for our regional, vintage and classic series are in there too. by Patrick Blake Posted 24 Dec 10:47 GMT Dealtry Pickford signs up for the GSC 2027-2028 Dealtry Pickford signs up for the GSC 2027-2028 Global Solo Challenge is thrilled to welcome the Cape Town sailor The Global Solo Challenge is thrilled to welcome Cape Town sailor Dealtry Pickford to the lineup for the 2027-2028 edition. by Marco Nannini / Global Solo Challenge Posted 24 Dec 10:40 GMT RSHYR 2024 | Dec 24 Update by Bow Caddy Media RSHYR 2024 | Dec 24 Update by Bow Caddy Media With less than 48 hours until race start, the weather models are starting to align With less than 48 hours until race start on Boxing Day the weather models are starting to align. Having spoken to a number of navigators Crosbie Lorimer provides a brief update from the CYCA. by Bow Caddy Media Posted 24 Dec 10:13 GMT Contenders in 2025 Contenders in 2025 Dates for the season ahead The 2025 season for the Contender fleet is looking like one the best in recent history and a great time to join the class in the UK. by Ed Presley Posted 24 Dec 09:26 GMT Fast race forecast for Rolex Sydney Hobart Fast race forecast for Rolex Sydney Hobart Boats can expect a fast start according to the NSW Bureau of Meteorology Boats can expect a fast start to the 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race according to the latest information from the NSW Bureau of Meteorology. by Steve Dettre/RSHYR media Posted 24 Dec 06:55 GMT Vendée Globe Christmas Eve Update Vendée Globe Christmas Eve Update Richomme Smashes Cape Horn Record! At just before midnight UTC, Yoann Richomme on PAPREC ARKÉA rounded Cape Horn, the last of the great capes in the Vendee Globe race. by Mark Jardine Posted 24 Dec 06:41 GMT Co-skippers tackling the seas with novel approach Co-skippers tackling the seas with novel approach In the 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race Co-skippers Saskia Groen-In't-Woud and Maud Demazure are tackling the 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race as a qualifier for the Melbourne to Osaka race. by Steve Dettre/RSHYR media Posted 24 Dec 05:13 GMT 2024 Sydney Hobart – In the zone 2024 Sydney Hobart – In the zone A shorter drag race, an earlier blow, and massive speed hump. Game on! You just have to love Christmas Eve. It is the time when he models all begin to align, or if not, the companionway hatch most certainly does. As this gets written, the supermaxis no longer look to be in the zone of getting to Hobart in record time. by John Curnow, Editor, Sail-World AUS Posted 24 Dec 04:07 GMT Long trek to take part was just a warm-up Long trek to take part was just a warm-up 17,000 nautical mile sail for the 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race Sailing some 17,000 nautical miles to take part in the 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race may not seem like the perfect preparation for a race that is a mere 628 nautical miles (1,170km) long. by Steve Dettre/RSHYR media Posted 23 Dec 21:15 GMT Vendée Globe Race Monday Update Vendée Globe Race Monday Update Leading duo seem blessed at Christmas Seemingly glued together, only a few miles apart, Vendée Globe leaders Charlie Dalin (MACIF Santé Prévoyance) and Yoann Richomme (PAPREC ARKÉA) are set to round Cape Horn this Monday evening around 2200hrs UTC. by Vendée Globe media Posted 23 Dec 19:04 GMT Notts County First of the Year Race Preview Notts County First of the Year Race Preview Hoping to see plenty of visitors from the local clubs Notts County's annual charity First of the Year Race on 1st January at Notts County Sailing Club. This year the Commodore has chosen Bowel Cancer UK for all entry fees / donations. by David Eberlin Posted 23 Dec 16:35 GMT 2025 GWA Wingfoil World Tour calendar out now 2025 GWA Wingfoil World Tour calendar out now Let's look forward to an even more exciting year! The 2024 GWA Wingfoil World Tour delivered an incredible season of action, with athletes showcasing their skills across Wave, Big Air, Surf-Freestyle, and FreeFly-Slalom disciplines. by GWA Wingfoil World Tour Posted 23 Dec 16:26 GMT Sylvester Ambrose Simmons Memorial Awards Sylvester Ambrose Simmons Memorial Awards The Foundation announces Youth Sailor of the Year 2024 The Sylvester Ambrose Simmons Memorial Foundation held its second annual members' dinner on Saturday, 14th December, at De Reef in Bequia. by SVG Sailing Association Posted 23 Dec 15:25 GMT