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SailGP draws the crowds as the Admiral's Cup returns to the Solent

SailGP draws the crowds as the Admiral's Cup returns to the Solent

I am in England’s sailing capital, Cowes on the Isle of Wight, soaking in the heady atmosphere at the first Admiral’s Cup to be held in 22 years. But I also sneaked away over the weekend to catch the action at the SailGP event in nearby Portsmouth.

Adrian Stead on taking on the Admiral's Cup for New Zealand

Adrian Stead on taking on the Admiral's Cup for New Zealand

The Admiral’s Cup returns after 22 years, and Adrian Stead is back – this time racing for New Zealand. With a top-tier crew and two proven boats, I quizzed Stead for some insights on the challenge ahead – from inshore finesse to offshore endurance in one of sailing’s toughest tests.

Interview: Tom Slingsby ahead of Emirates Great Britain SailGP in Portsmouth

Interview: Tom Slingsby ahead of Emirates Great Britain SailGP in Portsmouth

Tom Slingsby and his Aussie crew are out to halt Spain’s two-event SailGP winning streak at this weekend's Portsmouth, UK regatta. I chatted to Slingsby today about what he's learned from analysing the Spanish team's data, flight control strategy, and how Moth Worlds racing has sharpened his edge.

Terry Hutchinson debriefs Quantum Racing American Magic's TP52 World Championship win

Terry Hutchinson debriefs Quantum Racing American Magic's TP52 World Championship win

I sat down with Terry Hutchinson to talk about the TP52 Worlds in Cascais, where bold calls, and tight teamwork led to a dramatic regatta win for American Magic Quantum Racing. From high-stakes manoeuvres to hard-earned lessons – it's a great insight into high pressure sailing at the top level.

Ken Read Interview

Ken Read Interview

In the latest episode of the Yacht Racing life podcast I sit down with North Sails president Ken Read for a chat about the recent goings on in the sailboat racing world.

Enzo Balanger’s Garda Breakthrough

Enzo Balanger’s Garda Breakthrough

France’s Enzo Balanger claimed the 2025 Moth World Championship on Lake Garda with a week of near-flawless racing. Tom Slingsby stormed back for second, while Kiwi Jacob Pye sealed third and the Youth title in a stacked fleet of Olympic medallists and rising stars.

Extreme H2O: Designing the PB72, a semi-foiling offshore machine

Extreme H2O: Designing the PB72, a semi-foiling offshore machine

Ferdinand van West, project lead designer at Morrelli & Melvin takes us through the naval architecture of Extreme H20, the PB72, a semi-foiling offshore machine.

Luna Rossa becomes true home team for 38th America's Cup in Naples

Luna Rossa becomes true home team for 38th America's Cup in Naples

Luna Rossa will race under the flag of Naples’ Circolo del Remo e della Vela Italia for the 38th America’s Cup – marking a proud home campaign and a new partnership for Italy’s iconic challenger.

Interview: Tanguy Cariou – new CEO at the ROCKWOOL Denmark SailGP team

Interview: Tanguy Cariou – new CEO at the ROCKWOOL Denmark SailGP team

Justin Chisholm speaks to Tanguy Cariou – new CEO of the ROCKWOOL Denmark SailGP Team, who brings four years SailGP experience with the Swiss team, and aims to boost performance, manage league relations, and support skipper Nicolai Sehested as the team regroups for the rest of Season 5.

Getting ahead of it...

Getting ahead of it...

Harken ProCare is helping many teams prepare for the Admiral’s Cup.

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