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Sailing News for July 08, 2025

American Magic Quantum Racing clinched the TP52 world title in dramatic fashion, winning by a single point in Cascais. Meanwhile, Foiling Week 2025 wrapped up with record fleets and serious action across Moths, WASZPs, BirdyFish, and foil boards on Lake Garda. Tanguy Cariou is now at the helm of ROCKWOOL Racing, bringing Olympic and SailGP firepower just ahead of Portsmouth. We’ve also got Phil Robertson’s starting strategy tips, Greek cruising stories, and a sharp Olympic downwind move that could level up your racing.

Sail GP/America’s Cup

ROCKWOOL Racing Names Tanguy Cariou as New CEO (4 min read)
ROCKWOOL Racing is hitting reset with Tanguy Cariou taking over as CEO ahead of the Portsmouth Sail Grand Prix. Cariou brings serious firepower, with Olympic credentials, America’s Cup campaigns, and four years leading the Swiss SailGP squad. The Danish team is currently sitting in eighth after a rough start to the season, but with Cariou now at the helm, they’re eyeing a comeback. Expect a push for podiums and a focus on nurturing Denmark’s next foiling stars.

The Perfect Starting Strategy According to Phil Robertson (4 min read)
Phil Robertson spills his secrets on how to nail the perfect SailGP start, and it’s all about timing, speed, and hitting the favored spot on the line. Get to Mark 1 in the top three and you’re golden. Miss it, and you’ll be fighting for scraps the rest of the race. On tighter courses there’s no room to pass, so that first move counts more than ever. This is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand what separates the front from the fleet.

Inshore & Offshore Racing

American Magic Quantum Racing Win Rolex TP52 World Title (5 min read)
American Magic Quantum Racing snatched the TP52 world title in Cascais by just one point after a wild, gusty final race. With 24-year-old Harry Melges IV at the helm and Sara Stone becoming the first female navigator to win the worlds, this crew mixed experience and fresh talent to perfection. The French team on Paprec nearly stole it, but the Americans held their nerve when it mattered most. Big wind, big pressure, and one very close finish.

British Clubs Set for European Sailing Champions League Final (4 min read)
Three British keelboat teams are heading to Kiel to face off against Europe’s best in the 2025 Sailing Champions League final. Royal Thames YC brings back a seasoned squad fresh off a national title, while Marconi SC and Burnham SC join with growing momentum and serious east coast energy. It’s a packed fleet with 33 clubs vying for glory, and the Brits are fired up to make their mark. Expect tight racing, fast shifts, and plenty of national pride on the line.

Olympic Class/Dinghy Sailing

iQFOiL Worlds in Aarhus Stalled on Day 2 by Shifty Conditions (3 min read)
Day 2 of the iQFOiL World Championships in Aarhus turned into a waiting game as unstable breeze and rain showers kept racers stuck ashore. Slalom heats for the men’s fleets were on the cards, but the wind never played ball. Spirits stayed high thanks to a world-class venue and some well-earned downtime. With Luuc van Opzeeland and Marta Maggetti still leading, the fleet is hungry for a wind-filled rebound and some proper racing to shake up the leaderboard.

Cruising

‘We Paired Perfect Sailing with Colourful Evenings Ashore’: Exploring Unexpected Greece by Boat (9 min read)
A clogged fuel line near Pylos nearly ended the trip before it began, but Richard and Maxi Thomson turned it into a season of slow travel magic. From wreck diving off Irakleia to halyard hoisting antics in the Cyclades and torch-lit hikes above Anafi, their Greek island cruise had it all. Toss in wild weather, hidden bays, and an unexpected new crew member named Nydri, and you’ve got a cruising tale packed with grit, charm, and unforgettable detours.

Foiling

Foiling Week Malcesine 2025 Delivers Record Fleets, Big Wins, and a Side of E-Foils (6 min read)
Foiling Week 2025 wrapped up on Lake Garda with record-breaking fleets, tight racing, and a ton of action on and off the water. The BirdyFish class saw its biggest turnout ever, Enzo Balanger snagged his third Moth title, and 131 WASZPs tore it up in the largest fleet of the week. There was a virtual AC40 showdown, a six-mile foil board drag race, and even workshops turning old fishing nets into bags. It was chaos, fun, and foils in every direction.

Sailing Highlight of the Day

Olympic coach Steve Hunt breaks down “the jump,” a smart downwind move to pass boats and hold your lead when it counts. It’s all about soaking low, building speed, and sliding ahead into a strong leeward position so you’re in control when the jibe happens. With on-the-water footage and clear tactics, Hunt shows how to time it right and make it stick. This is the kind of move that wins races and leaves your competition wondering what just happened.