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Sailing News for July 04, 2025

SailGP is headed to Portsmouth with full-on beachside spectacle and a new docuseries giving fans an inside look at the league’s rise. In Sweden, the Match Cup finalists are set after a brutal day of eliminations, and the Transatlantic Race wrapped with a photo finish and a high-seas rescue. Add in a trimaran comeback, a clever cockpit roundup, and a slick new carbon cruiser from Y Yachts, and it’s a packed week across the sailing spectrum.

Sail GP/America’s Cup

What You Missed In SailGP This Week (3 min read)
SailGP is coming to Portsmouth and it’s shaping up to be a banger. Expect waterfront grandstands, live entertainment, and racing right in the harbor. The new docuseries Uncharted just dropped worldwide, giving fans a behind-the-scenes look at the league’s rise through the eyes of Jimmy Spithill. If you’re into trivia, the U.S. team tackled a SailGP quiz. Let’s just say their scores may surprise you.

Inshore & Offshore Racing

High Stakes for Match Cup Sweden Semi-Finalists (4 min read)
It’s crunch time in Marstrand as the GKSS Match Cup Sweden locks in its final four for both the Open and Women’s classes. Local heroes Berntsson and Engström made the cut, along with Denmark’s Jeppe Borch, who’s back from injury and looking sharp. On the women’s side, defending champ Anna Östling is joined by Courtois, Carlsson, and Aartsen after a day of tight duels and sweaty finishes. Expect variable weather, fierce rivalries, and a stacked Saturday final in front of packed Swedish cliffs.

Unforgettable Transatlantic Race 2025 Finish Amidst Drama Offshore (6 min read)
The 2025 Transatlantic Race wrapped with a nail-biting photo finish in Cowes, as three IRC 1 frontrunners crossed within a mile of each other after 3,000 miles. Moana snagged the win on corrected time, just ahead of Haspa Hamburg and Ikigai. Meanwhile, drama struck mid-ocean when High Note hit something underwater and had to be rescued after losing steerage. Hats off to Avanti and a passing French vessel for pulling off a textbook offshore assist. This year’s edition had speed, suspense, and serious seamanship.

Cruising

Best Centre Cockpit Sailboat Designs: The Moody 34 and 346 + 5 Alternatives (10 min read)
Think centre cockpits are just for big-budget bluewater boats? Not so fast. This roundup kicks off with the Moody 34 and 346, two compact cruisers that nailed the liveaboard layout in the 80s, then sails into five more standout designs. From the sturdy Hallberg-Rassy 352 to the sneaky-fast Scanmar 35, it’s a goldmine of smart layouts, roomy aft cabins, and underrated performance. Great read if you’re shopping vintage or just want to geek out on clever cruising design.

Tech & Gear

Y6 First Look: Designed for Maximum Privacy and Easy Handling (5 min read)
The new Y6 from Y Yachts shrinks their signature style into a slick 64-footer you can sail alone. Designed by Bill Tripp, it’s full carbon, ultra-light, and set up so one person can handle everything from the helm. Below deck, you get a forward master with a walk-around bed and the option to add an office or extra cabins. It’s sharp, simple, and made for owners who want performance without needing a full-time crew.

Foiling

The Trimaran SVR-Lazartigue Is Back at Sea (6 min read)
After a major refit, SVR-Lazartigue is back on the water and stacked with talent. Skipper Tom Laperche is joined by offshore legend Franck Cammas and none other than Peter Burling for the upcoming Rolex Fastnet Race. The team’s gunning for a big season that builds toward the 2026 Route du Rhum, with eyes on speed, innovation, and staying humble in a high-stakes fleet. With a flying tri this fast and a crew this stacked, expect fireworks as the Ultim season kicks off.

Sailing Highlight of the Day

SailGP’s heading to Portsmouth, and Stevie Morrison says it’s going to be wild. Swirling tides, gusty breeze, and a course that runs right up to the beach mean fans are in for a show. The grandstand will be packed, the F50s will be flying, and with 12 boats on the start line, it’s going to be fast, chaotic, and full of close calls. This is classic British summer sailing. Sunshine optional. Action guaranteed.