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Challenging the establishment

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

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

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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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