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Inshore & Offshore Racing
Entries surpass 100 for 74 Islands Distillery Airlie Beach Race Week (4 min read)
With over 100 boats already entered, excitement builds for the 2025 Airlie Beach Race Week, now sponsored by local favorite 74 Islands Distillery. The event will also serve as a key prep ground ahead of the 2032 Olympic Sailing Competition, recently awarded to the Whitsundays and Townsville. Competitors praise the stunning venue, strong racing, and friendly atmosphere, making this year’s edition a standout in both competition and community impact.
Dragon World Championship by Tivoli Hotels & Resorts at Vilamoura, Portugal – Day 4 (3 min read)
Day 4 of the Dragon World Championship in Vilamoura delivered sparkling conditions and high-stakes racing as wind shifts and rising pressure tested the fleet. Turkey’s PROVEZZA DRAGON held the lead, while Portugal’s SATURN surged into second, now tied on points with LOUISE RACING from Great Britain. With two race days remaining, the title fight remains wide open in this elite one-design showdown.
Five Boats Within Two Points After 44Cup Porto Cervo Opener (4 min read)
Light winds and tactical racing kicked off the 44Cup Porto Cervo, where just two points separate the top five teams after Day 1. Black Star Sailing Team and Artemis Racing led early but faltered in Race 2, allowing Aleph Racing and Team Nika to surge ahead and finish the day tied for first. With shifting breeze and razor-thin margins, the fleet showcased both skill and versatility as the competition heats up.
Olympic Class/Dinghy Sailing
2025 Formula Kite European Championships in Urla, Türkiye – Day 2 (4 min read)
Day 2 of the 2025 Formula Kite European Championships brought tight racing and leaderboard shifts in perfect 14-knot conditions on the Bay of Urla. Riccardo Pianosi remains flawless in the men’s fleet, while Max Maeder recovered from setbacks after a crash and gear issues. In the women’s division, Olympic medalist Lorianne Nolot surged with two wins, closing the gap to the front. With stormy weather forecast and gold fleet spots on the line, tension is rising heading into the final stretch.
ILCA 6 Women’s and ILCA 7 Men’s World Championships 2025 at Qingdao – Day 4 (4 min read)
Four days in, and not a single race has been sailed at the ILCA 6 and ILCA 7 World Championships in Qingdao, as persistent fog and light winds continue to paralyze the event. Despite fleeting hope for starts, poor visibility forced repeated abandonments, testing the patience and focus of sailors. With forecasts hinting at a wind window tomorrow, competitors remain mentally sharp, embracing the stillness as a different kind of challenge.
Cruising
How to replace a worn teak deck – Practical Boat Owner (6 min read)
Genevieve Leaper details the meticulous process of replacing a teak deck aboard a Najad 320, highlighting the craftsmanship of boatbuilder Sokratis Kavallieratos. Working afloat in Greece, he cut and laid custom teak planks using epoxy, recycled materials, and precision tools. The project spanned months and showcased both the challenges and satisfaction of hands-on restoration, with valuable takeaways for anyone considering similar work.
J/40 Reborn: A Legendary Cruiser Reinvented for a New Generation | Cruising World (5 min read)
The all-new J/40, designed by Al Johnstone, carries on the J/Boats tradition of high-performance cruiser-racers, earning Best Boat Overall in Cruising World’s 2024 awards. With a light, vacuum-infused hull, practical yet elegant interior, and lively performance under sail, it impressed judges during sea trials in Annapolis. Built with thoughtful systems and layout options, it’s a modern take on the family cruising legacy started by Rod Johnstone in 1984.
Spotlight
The Sultanate of Oman selected to host inaugural World Sailing Inclusion Championships (2 min read)
The Sultanate of Oman has been selected to host the first-ever World Sailing Inclusion Championships, set for 30 November to 8 December 2025 at Al-Mussanah Sports City. Organized by Oman Sail, the event will feature 215 sailors of all abilities and mark a milestone in Para Inclusive Sailing. With a focus on accessibility, diversity, and community development, the event aligns with World Sailing’s new Para Inclusive Strategy and celebrates the UN’s International Day of Persons with Disabilities.