Simple pleasures, high performance, and raw courage define today’s sailing world. The new J/7 offers pure, no-fuss fun on the water. At the other end of the spectrum, Ferrari reveals its wild 100-foot foiler Hypersail, and Wisp shows what happens when classic aesthetics meet cutting-edge craftsmanship. Kieler Woche closes with flying boards, skiff battles, and medal-race fireworks. And in a story of unmatched tenacity, Craig Wood becomes the first triple amputee to solo the Pacific non-stop.

In the Atlantic, Tschüss 2 breaks away in the Transatlantic Race 2025 with a blistering 491.5nm 24-hour run, while back in Europe, Foiling Week storms into action with record WASZP entries and high-tech energy on Lake Garda. On the tech front, SailGP reveals how it rebuilt its F50 wings after the Rio collapse, and Alain Sign shares five expert mainsail-trimming tips. In youth sailing, RYA Scotland honors the legacy of coach Matthew Toynbee with a new impact award. And in San Francisco, Sean Herbert and Erika Heineken top the Wingfoil Champs in gnarly Bay breeze.

SailGP announces it will add two more teams in 2026, opening the door for new investors in one of sport’s fastest-growing properties. In championship news, Gavin Ball makes history by winning the first foiling edition of the U.S. Singlehanded Champs, while Ginan leads the ORCV Winter Series opener. Day 3 of the iQFOiL Games delivers heavy breeze and leaderboard drama, and solo cruiser Lauren Landers shares life at sea with her cat Mako. Plus, RYA’s Sara Sutcliffe visits Northern England to spotlight grassroots sailing.

The legendary Ragtime returns for the 2025 Transpac with a modern makeover. Meanwhile, New Zealand's Peter Burling joins Luna Rossa for the next America’s Cup cycle. In Olympic sailing, a new US Sailing appeal clarifies key elements of Rule 42. In youth news, Australia’s team heads to the Youth Worlds, and junior women shine at the Ida Lewis Trophy. Plus, electric boating gets a smart upgrade in Germany, while iQFOiL racers take flight in Kiel.

Mubadala Brazil captured its first-ever SailGP fleet race win in New York through smart tactics and perfect execution. Offshore, Aspen renews its support for Bermuda’s premier women’s match race, and elite sailors break down how to mount a comeback from a poor start. World Sailing’s new online academy opens access to free certified courses, and Wingfoilers head to San Francisco for national titles. Plus, DIY rigging saves a circumnavigation and a new electric outboard remote hits the market.

Race drama, boat tech, and inclusive initiatives highlight this week’s best. A recap of five can't-miss moments from SailGP New York includes Brazil's breakout and a costly U.S. collision. The Superyacht Cup Palma welcomes a tight field, while the RS Aira 22 and Saffier SL46 show how daysailing and cruising are evolving. In Medemblik, the Finn World Masters heat up with classic tactical battles.

Ben Ainslie charts a new course with Athena Sports Group after parting ways with Ineos, while Spain’s latest SailGP win is broken down in a revealing data dive. Inshore action sees the Cape 31 UK Nationals prepare for a stacked weekend in Cowes, and the Groupama Race continues after a dramatic capsize and rescue effort. On the cruising front, the RS Aira 22 debuts as RS Sailing’s new flagship daysailer, blending performance and accessibility.

Big conditions hit the Isle of Wight as Martin Evans topped the WASZP GP with six wins. In SailGP, Spain locked in another event victory in New York, while new data explains the U.S. team’s last-place finish. Red Ruby’s double-handed team shared the story behind their European success, and the Storm 18 earned rave reviews as a club-friendly, multipurpose keelboat. Plus, new safety rules emerge after Sydney Hobart’s tragic 2024 race.

Spain took the 470 Worlds in a wild finale while Brazil made a bold statement at the New York SailGP with their first race win. The U.S. team invites fans to test their memory with a Grand Prix quiz, and Doyle-powered yachts prepare for the 100th Rolex Fastnet. Meanwhile, top foilers Ghio and Spanu won big at the WingFoil World Cup, and cruisers learned how to fix hatches and rediscover the art of anchoring.

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.

A new SailGP docuseries shows what it takes to lead, while Lucky’s all-out Caribbean 600 run sets the pace. The Mini Globe Race challenges sailors’ patience and stamina, and the Star Europeans heat up early. Whale-saving AI is making its way to cruising routes, and Laser sailors can fine-tune their planing game with a fresh lesson from Coach Swifto.

Brazil notched its first SailGP race win as Martine Grael reflected on a milestone moment in New York. New galleries offer fresh views from the event, while the Star Class Europeans opened with 70 boats in Viareggio. Inshore racing wrapped at the Loro Piana Giraglia, and the Vintage Yacht Regatta marked 50 years. The Ovni 490 impressed in tech news, and Jaro’s minimalist speed and a row-sail trip in the San Juans led today’s standout cruising stories.