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The Nations League Returns to Italy with the Swan Tuscany Challenge
The spotlight of the international sailing scene turns once again to Italy as Marina di Scarlino hosts the Swan Tuscany Challenge, the fifth event of the 2025 The Nations League by ClubSwan Racing, following the successful regattas in Bonifacio, Porto Cervo, Riva del Garda, and Palma.
An emotional evening in Les Sables d’Olonne
On saturday 10 May, Les Sables d’Olonne lit up to celebrate the heroes of the Vendée Globe 2024-2025. An exceptional evening brought together tens of thousands of people, with strong emotions and unforgettable memories, despite the driving rain
FAREAST 28R European Sailing Championship – Day 2
The FAREAST 28R European Sailing Championship’s second day in Limassol marked a historic moment as the first international sailing competition for this class in Cyprus. The day showcased favorable…
Three days to start the AEGEAN 600
Nearly all 60 teams are assembled here at the Olympic Marine venue getting ready for the Sunday July 6 start of the 5th edition of the AEGEAN 600, organized by the Hellenic Offshore Race Club (HORC) with co-organizers being Olympic Marine and Region of Attica.
The Marina Militare Nastro Rosa Tour // Grand finale in Genoa
Having departed from Venice on June 1, after 43 days of sailing, the 5th edition of the Marina Militare Nastro Rosa Tour (Sailing Tour of Italy) concluded in Genoa in the magnificent setting of the Palazzo Ducale, which hosted the awards ceremony.
Ora Cup Ora 2025 // Three days of sailing and friendship for almost 600 young sailors from 35 nations
The Circolo Vela Arco, together with the Italian Sailing Federation, wrapped up the 30th edition of the Ora Cup Orain style, confirming its place as one of the most popular and eagerly awaited events on the Optimist calendar.
ORC Double Handed European Champions crowned in Denmark
…island in challenging stop-start conditions, the fleet of 31 entries have finished and champions are now crowned in the ORC Double-Handed European Championship 2023, hosted by Helsingør Seljklub.
Range Rover J/24 European Championship, four races in spectacular conditions
Today was a busy day for the fleet of almost 50 J/24s competing in their European Championship on the waters off Porto Cervo. No less than four races were…
Tom Saunders wins silver in first major regatta since Olympics
Tom Saunders celebrated his return to the world stage with New Zealand’s second medal of the short international sailing season, claiming silver in his first major regatta since the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
Dutch Youth Regatta 2025 – 29er Day 2 Recap
Day 2 of the Dutch Youth Regatta 2025 delivered classic Oosterschelde conditions: strong winds, rolling swell, and bright sunshine. The 29er fleet faced a steady 20-knot breeze, challenging sailors to maintain control and consistency throughout the races.
2025 Tornado Open // Extreme Heat, Patient Wait – Rewarded with Late Racing
It was a really hot Day 2 in Kalamaria, with temperatures soaring to 39°C and the wind taking a holiday—at least until late afternoon. Sailors endured a day ashore in cool lounge rooms provided, eagerly waiting for the breeze to fill in.
Entry Open for 2024 Melges 24 Europeans in Split
This year’s Melges 24 title championship in Europe, scheduled from September 27 to October 4, promises to be thrilling. Its later timing in the season offers a unique opportunity…
Benjamin Castenskiold Crowned New Wingfoil Surf-Freestyle World Champion
The Global Wingsports Association (GWA) World Tour returned to Gran Canaria for the third consecutive year, but 2025 brought a fresh twist: the vibrant shores of El Burrero in Ingenio, famed for their cross-onshore winds and perfect kickers, made their debut as the competition venue.
Moat and Gelliceaux class leaders at Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta
The second day of racing at the Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta and Southern Wind RendezVous was characterised by a light northerly breeze, which went on to drop below an initial 10 knots and swing slightly to the east.
Cascais J/70 Winter Series – Portuguese National Championship
The Clube Naval de Cascais hosted the Cascais J/70 Winter Series – Portuguese National Championship from September 26 to 28, 2025, bringing together 22 boats from 8 nations for a regatta marked by tactical racing, international talent, and the powerful influence of Storm Gabrielle, which swept across the Atlantic toward mainland Portugal during the event.
WingFoil Racing World Cup // Italy eyeing double Gold in Istanbul
Italy is on the verge of a golden double at the Audi 2025 WingFoil Racing World Cup Turkiye, with Alessandro Tomasi and Maddalena Spanu both securing top spots ahead of Sunday’s finals in a dramatic day of racing marked by strong but more manageable winds.
Gran Canaria Gloria Windsurf World Cup // More wind and waves to come at the Windsurf World Cup in Pozo Izquierdo
The 37th edition of the Gran Canaria Gloria Windsurf World Cup 2025 is progressing with excitement and excellent organization, once again establishing Pozo Izquierdo as the global hub of windsurfing.
Sandberg PalmaSailing, strong emotions and changing conditions right to the end
The Sandberg PalmaVela, the Mediterranean’s benchmark multi-class regatta, was held this past week organised by the Real Club Náutico de Palma with the participation of 100 boats from 19 countries spread over three race courses.
La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec // Alexis Loison wins the first leg of La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec*
Many were hoping to claim victory in the opening leg of La Solitaire du Figaro Paprec, but the honors went to Alexis Loison (Groupe REEL), who took the win with a race time of 3 days, 18 hours, 55 minutes, and 26 seconds.
Transat Paprec // Pier-Paolo Dean & Tiphaine Rideau (Banques Alimentaires): “We’re having an incredible time!”
They are the youngest duo in the Transat Paprec fleet. At just 19 and 20 years old, Tiphaine Rideau and Pier-Paolo Dean (Banques Alimentaires) have embarked on their first transatlantic crossing.
