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Game time for J/70 Corinthian Worlds
The 2026 J/70 Corinthian World Championship on May 26-30 has attracted 91 entrants from 22 nations to the sailing venue of the 2024 Olympics – Marseille,
First test for 38th America’s Cup teams
The AC40 foiling yachts will line-up for the first Preliminary Regatta of the 38th America's Cup on May 22-24, 2026 in Cagliari, Sardinia. While recent entrants
2026-27 Canadian Sailing Team
Sail Canada has confirmed the list of sailors who will be part of the 2026-2027 Canadian Sailing Team. The 14 athletes were selected based on the Canadian Saili
Legal battle could ruin America’s Cup bid
Sir Ben Ainslie is concerned his court case with Sir Jim Ratcliffe could derail his bid to win the America’s Cup for Great Britain. Ainslie, the team principal
ORC Double-Handed Worlds in North Sea
The fifth edition of the ORC Double-Handed World Championship is being held May 21-25 in The Hague, Netherlands. Held during the North Sea Regatta – the Netherl
Winners at ORC Double-Handed Worlds
The fifth edition of the ORC Double-Handed World Championship was held May 21-25 in The Hague, Netherlands. After four days of offshore racing on the North Sea,
ICSA Hall of Fame Individual Awards
The Inter-Collegiate Sailing Association recognized individuals for their outstanding performance during the 2025-26 season: Robert H. Hobbs Sportsmanship Award
Brown wins College Open Nationals
Brown University won the 2026 College Open Fleet Race National Championship held May 19-22 in St. Petersburg, FL. The Bears were led by Blake Behrens ’27
Good news for Atlantic hurricane season
Forecasters with the National Weather Service at National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) are predicting a below-normal hurricane season for the A
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