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Sailing News for March 30, 2026

The America’s Cup storyline just took a sharp turn with Peter Burling confirmed as part of Luna Rossa’s sailing team, setting up the possibility of him racing against Team New Zealand for the trophy he helped them win three times. On the racecourse, match racing delivered a proper thriller in Macao where Jeppe Borch edged a 3–2 win in a tense final, while double-handed sailing insights continue to highlight just how much communication and trust matter when it’s just two onboard. Foiling action in Pensacola showed where the next wave is heading, with the US sweeping the WASZP Games as Gavin Ball and Pearl Lattanzi locked in dominant performances in tight, high-pressure fleets. Across disciplines, from Cup drama to grassroots skills and rising foiling talent, the common thread is clear, the margins are getting tighter and the level keeps rising.

Sail GP/America’s Cup

Burling confirmed on Luna Rossa’s sailing team for America’s Cup (2 min read)
Well, this just got spicy. Peter Burling is officially lining up with Luna Rossa as a potential helmsman, meaning he could be racing against Team New Zealand for the Cup he helped them win three times. He joins a stacked driver group that includes Ruggero Tita and rising star Marco Gradoni, so nothing’s guaranteed yet. Still, the idea of Burling trying to take down the Kiwis in Naples 2027? Yeah, that’s must-watch territory.

Inshore & Offshore Racing

How to win at double handed sailing: Expert tips (5 min read)
Double-handed sailing is basically a high-stakes two-person relationship, and Pam Lee breaks down how to make it actually work. The big themes: talk everything through, don’t take dumb risks, and treat your autopilot like a third crewmate you actually trust. Roles matter, but flexibility matters more when things get messy. And above all, don’t let small annoyances blow up when you’re cold, tired, and stuck together for days. Sail fast, stay safe, and maybe don’t ruin the friendship.

Borch triumphs in five-race classic to claim Macao Match Cup title (4 min read)
Jeppe Borch pulled off a proper match racing thriller in Macao, edging Oscar Engström 3–2 in a final that swung both ways. Borch came out hot at 2–0, nearly let it slip as Engström clawed back, then held his nerve in a tense decider after a costly pre-start penalty for the Swede. After a week of light-air chaos, the breeze finally showed up for the finale and delivered the drama. Big win, $30K in the bank, and momentum heading into Long Beach.

Spotlight

USA sweep at 2026 WASZP Games (5 min read)
Hawaii took over Pensacola. Gavin Ball finally broke through for his first WASZP Games win, while Pearl Lattanzi stayed untouchable and defended her title, locking in a clean USA double. The week had everything, tight fleets, shifty breeze, and a proper final-race shootout for the podium. Plenty of international winners across the rigs, but the headline was clear. The US foiling scene is deep, dialed, and starting to flex on the world stage.

Sailing Highlight of the Day

Emirates Team New Zealand look seriously dialed. The big takeaway here is how transferable skills from classes like the 49er still matter, but once you step into AC40s and AC75s, it’s a different universe. The AC40 feels twitchy and alive, while the AC75 is just planted and powerful, like it’s glued to the water at speed. It’s a nice peek into how these sailors are bridging the gap between Olympic skiffs and full-blown Cup machines. Quiet confidence, and a team that looks very comfortable going fast.