La Grande Motte International Regatta: Final dress rehearsal for the Cats and Skiffs
The Nacra 17 World Championship along with the 49er and 49erFX European Championships is attracting 148 teams to La Grande Motte in the South of France for six days of racing from 7 to 12 May. Of those 148 crews registered, 39 will represent their country in less than three months in Marseille, location of […]
Quick Update on the Nacra 17 Last Chance Regatta
Danish pair Natacha Saouma-Pedersen and Mathias Bruun Borreskov continue to lead the Nacra 17 competition from which four countries will qualify from a fleet of 15. They didn’t match yesterday’s 3, 1, 1 performance but a first place in between a sixth and a fourth means they are out in front. Further down the standings, a posse of Belgians has gathered in fourth, fifth and sixth, […]
Italian Olympic Nacra 17 champions Tita and Banti win their 53 Trofeo Princesa Sofía title with a day to spare.
The best winds came in late at the 53 Trofeo Princesa Sofía Mallorca by Iberostar today but the wait was worth it, especially Italian Nacra 17 Olympic and world champions Ruggero Tita and Caterina Banti who won their event with a day to spare at the Mallorca’s emblematic Olympic classes event which has drawn a […]
Consistency eludes many top contenders today at 53 Trofeo Princesa Sofía
The light sea-breeze condition on the Bay Of Palma today proved especially testing for the giant fleet at the 53 Trofeo Princesa Sofia Mallorca by Iberostar and even many of the event leaders struggled to record consistently top finishes as the winds moved around in direction and pressure over the fourth day of racing. Italy’s […]
Olympic pressure, what pressure?
Another sea breeze day kept the giant 53 Trofeo Princesa Sofia Mallorca by Iberostar rolling through a demanding schedule of races. Across the classes are some marked, understandable differences between the mindsets of those who are in the throes of an Olympic selection fight and those who have missed out on Marseille and are racing […]
How to Follow the Princess Sofia Regatta
Get ready to mark your calendars for the highly anticipated kickoff of the 53rd edition of the Trofeo Princesa Sofia! Beginning tomorrow and running until April 6th, this prestigious event will see 1,100 sailors from 75 different nations competing across 10 classes. Set against the stunning backdrop of Palma’s coastline, the regatta will unfold across […]
2023 Asian Championships – China qualifies for Paris 2024
The 2023 Asian Sailing Championships in Pattaya, Thailand, brought together sailors from all over Asia for a thrilling competition. Held in the beautiful Gulf of Thailand, the event showcased the best sailing talent in the region, with teams competing for medals and a chance to qualify for the Paris 2024 Olympics. Medal Winners 49er, 49erFX […]
European Championship – How to follow the race
We have officially kicked off the 2023 Nacra 17, 49er and 49erFX European Championship in Vilamoura, Portugal! Last night, we had around 400 sailors of 34 nationalities, nearly 100 coaches and numerous organisers and supporters gathered at the Vilamoura Marina for the opening ceremony. Today, the racing started at 12:00 UTC, with 2 fleets for […]
The Nacra 17 Panamerican Games Come to a Close!
The picturesque coastal town of Algarrobo, Chile, recently played host to the Nacra 17 Panamerican Games. This event showcased the prowess of sailors from various nations, navigating the challenging winds, waves, and ever-changing weather conditions. Throughout the competition, the Nacras treated spectators to exhilarating foiling action, making it an unforgettable week for sailors and fans […]
What’s at Stake at the 2023 Panamerican Games
The 2023 Panamerican Games, taking place in Santiago, Chile, are more than just a gathering of talented athletes from across the American continent. Among the various competitions, the Nacra 17 sailing event has emerged as a captivating showdown that has captured the attention of sailing enthusiasts and sports fans alike. The competition, which kicked off […]