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Sailing News for June 13, 2025
Today’s sailing news blends heritage, innovation, and impact. P Class yachts are racing again in the Med thanks to skilled restorers. Meanwhile, SailGP’s Race Vision leaderboard is live, and WingFoil Worlds sees U.S. and NZ talent climb with A1R backing. In sustainability, Ocean Race Europe yachts are doubling as research vessels. On the youth front, Taff Owens is honored for transforming access in Wales.
Sail GP/America’s Cup
Race Vision Round 1 Results Are In—How Did You Score? (1 min read)
Round 1 of the new U.S. SailGP Team prediction game, Race Vision, has wrapped up and the first scores are in. Fans are encouraged to share their results by submitting a screenshot, with top performers getting a shoutout. More rounds are coming between race weeks, giving SailGP followers another shot to climb the leaderboard and prove their race insight. Stay tuned for the next challenge.
100 Days to Go Until SailGP’s Swiss Debut on Lake Geneva (3 min read)
The countdown is on for the first-ever Rolex Switzerland Sail Grand Prix, set to take place on Lake Geneva from September 20 to 21, 2025. Featuring 12 national teams racing at high speed against the scenic Mont-Blanc backdrop, this will also mark the home debut for the Switzerland SailGP Team led by Sébastien Schneiter. With waterfront grandstands, live commentary, and entertainment, the event promises a thrilling spectator experience just meters from the action.
Inshore & Offshore Racing
Western Australia’s Rich and Intermittent 18ft Skiff History (5 min read)
Western Australia has had an on-off relationship with 18ft skiffs from the 1890s to 2013, but its early contributions were vital in shaping interstate competition. From historic wins on the Swan River to bold design innovations like Richard Court’s sliding racks in 1980, WA played a key role in the class’s evolution. Though participation faded after standout performances in the 1980s and a brief revival in the 2000s, WA’s legacy in 18ft skiff racing remains firmly embedded in the sport’s national story.
Youth Sailing/Development
Impact Award Honors Taff Owens for Transforming Welsh Sailing Access (4 min read)
Richard “Taff” Owens, founder of the Pembrokeshire Powerboating & Sailing Academy (PPSA), has received an RYA Cymru Wales Impact Award for his lasting contributions to watersports. Since founding PPSA in 2013, Taff has trained hundreds of new sailors and instructors, fostering skills and confidence in young people across the region. With a background in the Army and a passion for sailing, he built PPSA from scratch into a hub for inclusive, community-focused maritime education.
ICSA Honors Outstanding Contributors to College Sailing in 2025 (3 min read)
The Inter-Collegiate Sailing Association has announced its 2025 Hall of Fame Afterguard Division Awards, celebrating individuals who have significantly advanced college sailing. Michael “Sego” Segerblom received the Campbell Family Award for Lifetime Service, Lisa Corder was honored for Outstanding Service by a Volunteer, and Ned Goss earned the Graham Hall Award for his leadership at the College of Charleston. These awards highlight decades of dedication and impact across teams and conferences nationwide.
Cruising
From Varnish to Wood Oil: A Simpler Way to Protect Your Boat (5 min read)
Louise Ras shares her journey transitioning from varnish to wood oil on her 39-foot wooden schooner Hirondelle. Frustrated with the upkeep of cracked varnish, she switched to wood oil for its easier application, less demanding prep, and matte, natural finish. Though it requires more frequent reapplication at first, the long-term routine has proven manageable and less stressful. Ras finds the results visually appealing, more environmentally friendly, and better suited to life aboard a wooden cruising boat.
Sustainability
Ocean Race Europe Yachts to Collect Vital Scientific Data (3 min read)
This summer’s Ocean Race Europe will see each competing yacht serve as a mobile research lab, collecting ocean data between seven European ports. Crews aboard IMOCA 60s and VO65s will gather information on water temperature, salinity, oxygen, CO2, microplastics, and environmental DNA. Some teams will also deploy long-lasting meteorological buoys. The initiative aims to improve scientific understanding of ocean health by expanding the scope and volume of environmental data collected during the race.
Spotlight
P Class Revival Brings Classic Yachts Back to Life (5 min read)
Once nearly forgotten, P Class yachts from the early 1900s are now back on the racecourse thanks to dedicated restorers in Europe. Spearheaded by Bruno Troublé and John Anderson, four boats including Olympian, Chips, Corinthian, and Joyant have been meticulously rebuilt and now race together in the Mediterranean. Each vessel carries rich history, legendary designers, and dramatic restoration stories. The class revival celebrates sailing heritage through craftsmanship, vision, and deep respect for these classic yachts.
WingFoil World Cup Switzerland: A1R Squad Backing Powers U.S. and NZ Riders (4 min read)
After three days of dynamic racing on Lake Silvaplana, France’s Mathis Ghio and Italy’s Maddalena Spanu lead the standings, but rising stars Sean Herbert (NZL) and JP Lattanzi (USA) are turning heads with strong performances backed by the America One Racing (A1R) squad. Herbert currently sits in 3rd, with Lattanzi in 8th, both benefiting from A1R’s elite coaching and development support. With gold fleet racing up next, their momentum and the program’s investment in foiling talent are showing serious results.
Sailing Highlight of the Day
Originally filmed on November 19, 2023, day three of the Fireball Frostbite League was called off due to wild 30-knot gusts hammering the bay. While official racing was cancelled, a few brave sailors took the chance to test their skills in the gnarly conditions, swapping crews and sending their Fireballs at full speed. Captured on a borrowed GoPro, this raw footage gives a taste of the chaos and energy. An edited video featuring all participants is on the way.