Yacht Racing & Regattas

Louis Vuitton Trophy Dubai: Day 2, Russians and Kiwis Come From Behind

The Synergy Russian Sailing Team and Emirates Team New Zealand both featured in come-from-behind victories during close competition today at the Louis Vuitton Dubai but it is James Spithill’s American team BMW Oracle Racing that enjoys first place with a perfect 4-0 score.

Louis Vuitton Trophy Dubai: Day 1 America’s Cup Winner BMW Oracle Racing Leads

James Spithill, winner of the 33rd America’s Cup and defender of the 34th America’s Cup, topped the standings on the opening day of racing in the Louis Vuitton Trophy Dubai.

Velux 5 Oceans: Brad Van Liew wins first leg in Cape Town

American ocean racer Brad Van Liew sailed into Cape Town to claim victory in the first ocean sprint of the VELUX 5 OCEANS. The 42-year-old from Charleston, South Carolina, blasted across the finish line in Table Bay at 5.51pm local time (3.51pm UTC) doing 10-12 knots in a 15-knot wind.

Asia Superyacht Rendezvous 2010

Phuket, Thailand…Power and Sail Superyachts will be streaming into Phuket, Thailand from the Mediterranean and other international seas to enjoy the prestigious and fun Asia Superyacht […]

Volvo Ocean Race sponsors World Yacht Racing Forum 2010

Volvo Ocean Race will be Platinum Partner of the 2010 edition of the World Yacht Racing Forum from 14-15 December in Estoril, Portugal. The Volvo Ocean Race have supported the Forum since the first edition in 2008.

22nd Bodrum Cup International Wooden Yacht Regatta

Bodrum Cup International Wooden Yacht Regatta, one of the biggest naval organizations of Turkey, sponsored by Ant Yapi and MM Proje had 51 yachts, including 10 bearing foreign flags attending the regatta.

J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race: Raymarine continues sponsorship

Raymarine commits to a further two-year term in support of the J.P. Morgan Asset Management Round the Island Race, now entering its 80th year.

One week until 2010 ISAF Rolex World Sailor of the Year Award Winners are named

On Tuesday 9 November, Greece will play host to a spectacular ceremony and presentation where the male and female winners of the 2010 ISAF Rolex World Sailor of the Year Awards will be announced.

Gleistein Ropes team with PUMA Ocean Racing for the Volvo Ocean Race 2011-2012

At the 19th annual METS (Marine Equipment Trade Show) being held in Amsterdam from 16-18 November 2010, Gleistein Ropes will celebrate the company’s continued involvement with PUMA Ocean Racing as “Official Rope Supplier” throughout the Volvo Ocean Race 2011-2012.

World Yacht Racing Forum: Mirabaud to sponsor Yacht Racing Images Exhibition 2010

MIRABAUD an International financial services group, returns to the World Yacht Racing Forum this year as sponsor of the Yacht Racing Images Exhibition 2010 launched at last year’s Forum in Monaco.

Rolex Middle Sea Race: Valletta hosts prize giving

The ancient fortress city of Valletta, the former 16th century “Sacra Infermeria” of the Order of St John of Jerusalem, was host to the prize giving and close to 800 guests for the 31st edition of the Rolex Middle Sea Race.

ISAF Announces International Jury for the 34th America’s Cup

The International Sailing Federation (ISAF) today announced the appointment of the International Jury for the 34th America’s Cup. The 34th America’s Cup Match is planned to […]