Racing Roundup #020
Our weekly curated digest of the latest news and stories from across the yacht racing world.
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Sailing Grand Slam 2026 Olympic Classes series NOR published
The organisers of the Sailing Grand Slam have released the 2026 Notice of Race for its full series of Olympic class events, marking the first complete edition of the international circuit after a successful pilot season in 2025.
IMOCA signs engine deal with YANMAR
YANMAR has announced a long-term strategic partnership with the International Monohull Open Class Association (IMOCA). Beginning in 2025, the company will become the official technical partner of the IMOCA Class.
Challenging the establishment
MC1 Spars is well set up to tackle a wide variety of custom rig manufacturing commissions from budget-conscious and relatively simple refits to cutting-edge design-and-build projects.
First look: Gitana 18, the new Maxi Edmond de Rothschild
After many months of work, high expectation and closely guarded secrets, the new Gitana/Verdier-designed Maxi Edmond de Rothschild was unveiled today in Lorient, Brittany.
America's Cup collaborates with World Sailing on Para Inclusive Sailing
World Sailing has announced a new collaboration with The America’s Cup aimed at strengthening the global development of Para Inclusive Sailing and accelerating key initiatives ahead of the 2025 World Sailing Inclusion Championships.
Artemis Racing poach Brad Farrand from Red Bull Italy
Artemis SailGP has confirmed New Zealand sailor Brad Farrand as jib trimmer for the team’s debut season.
Dylan Fletcher's SailGP Grand Final debrief
The SailGP fleet racing in Abu Dhabi might have been largely uninspiring but at least the three-boat, winner-takes-all, two-million-Dollar Grand Final shootout proved to be a cracker. The winning Emirates GBR skipper Dylan Fletcher gave us his exclusive perspective on how it played out.
Built differently
Since its founding in 1996, Quantum Sails has taken a unique approach to sailmaking. Over the years, the company has reimagined not only how sails are designed and built, but also the role of the sailmaker itself.
44Cup 2026 programme to feature new events in Spain and Italy
After the successful conclusion of their 2025 championship in Marina Jandía in Fuerteventura, the RC44 fleet is now looking forward to next year's 44Cup season.
Podcast: SailGP Season 5 Grand Final in Abu Dhabi: A Deep Dive
In this episode of the Yacht Racing Life podcast, hosts Justin Chisholm and Magnus Wheatley discuss the final SailGP event of the season held in Abu Dhabi.
Argo Challenge announces major new recruits
The Argo Challenge – which is aiming for participation in the Youth and Women's America's Cup with international crews of disabled sailors at AC38 in Naples in 2027 – has announced the involvement of two top names: Helena Lucas (GBR) and Damien Seguin (FRA).
Fantastic Four: IRC Overall contenders ready for RORC Transatlantic Race
With fewer than 50 days to go before the start of the 2026 RORC Transatlantic Race, 19 boats are entered for the 3,000 mile race from Marina Lanzarote to Antigua, West Indies, with more boats expected to join them.
Editor's Notebook: Fletcher's British outfit prevail in Abu Dhabi as SailGP rounds out Season 5 in style
Dylan Fletcher’s Emirates GBR won SailGP’s dramatic $2M Grand Final in Abu Dhabi, beating Australia and New Zealand in a thrilling foiling showdown. ROCKWOOL Racing claimed their first event win, Phil Robertson impressed for Italy, and Season 6 promises even more excitement.
ROCKWOOL Racing sparkle on opening day in Abu Dhabi
ROCKWOOL Racing, Mubadala Brazil and Red Bull Italy top the event leaderboard after the first four fleet races of the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Sail Grand Prix 2025 Season Grand Final, presented by Abu Dhabi Sports Council.
Racing Roundup #019
Our curated digest of the latest news and stories from across the yacht racing world.