AC38: Athena Racing and American Magic issue follow up statements
Both the British Challenger of Record Athena Racing and American Magic have issued their own statements following the one issued earlier today by Alinghi Red Bull Racing.
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Alinghi Red Bull Racing Weighs In To Support British And American Challenger Concerns
Despite withdrawing last month as a potential challenger for the 38th America's Cup, Switzerland's Alinghi Red Bull Racing has today released a statement supporting the stance taken by the British and American teams in calling for more transparency from the Defender – Emirates Team New Zealand.
Naples Steps into the Spotlight for the 38th America’s Cup
Today Naples officially kicked off its role as host of the 38th America’s Cup with a stunning presentation at Castel dell’Ovo. Italian leaders and Cup officials celebrated the city’s sailing legacy and looked ahead to 2027 with pride, purpose, and a clear vision for what’s to come.
Is your crew physically and mentally prepared for the Rolex Fastnet Race?
Professional sailor, performance coach, and physiotherapist, Hannah Diamond, offers some food for thought for the multitudes of skippers and crews preparing for this summer's Rolex Fastnet Race.
Nathan Outteridge Named Skipper As Emirates Team New Zealand Reveal Core AC38 Line-Up
Emirates Team New Zealand has named Nathan Outteridge as skipper and confirmed key crew for AC38, including surprise recruit Chris Draper. The move hints at relaxed nationality rules as anticipation builds for the protocol release and venue announcement.
First Green Shoots For The 38th America's Cup?
Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli is back on the water, kicking off their America’s Cup training in Cagliari. Their AC40’s first sail of 2025 signals renewed commitment amid recent team withdrawals and hints at progress towards AC38.
What Can Fleet Racers Learn From the Match Race Pros?
Watching the 60th Congressional Cup online over the weekend I was blown away by the expertise on show from some of the best match racing crews in the world. I was also struck by how much of what I was watching could be applied by the rest of us mere mortals to improve our fleet racing performance.
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Ed Gorman’s exploratory post about the movement to revive the Scottish Series sent me tumbling back in time to the seven (I think) editions of this once-iconic regatta that I took part in over the years on the stunningly beautiful Loch Fyne.
Reviving The Scottish Series
Once a highlight of the UK sailing calendar, the Jura Scottish Series is battling falling entries and fading glory. Led by veteran Roddy Angus, organisers and volunteers are fighting to revive the regatta and keep the spirit of Tarbert’s iconic event alive. Ed Gorman finds out more.
Mixed Doubles
I didn't think I was going to be, but somehow I've found myself hooked on the adventure story that is the 2025 Transat Parec, where a fleet of 19 mixed sex Beneteau 3 crews are fighting it out on a racecourse that takes them from Concarneau, France across the Atlantic to St Barths.
The Admiral’s Cup 2025: A Classic Reignited with Global Heavyweights
The Admiral’s Cup is back, and it’s drawing a serious crowd. With 15 top-tier teams already signed up—including heavyweight entries from Royal Irish Yacht Club and Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club—the stage is set for an almighty showdown this summer in Cowes.