The Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC) confirmed the latest entries as the February 28th deadline passed, with Ireland and Hong Kong adding firepower to an already stacked fleet. The return of this regatta, marking RORC’s 100th anniversary, feels like a proper moment for offshore racing—a chance for the Cup to reassert itself as the proving ground for serious campaigns.
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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.
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Racing Roundup #019
Our curated digest of the latest news and stories from across the yacht racing world.
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