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Wednesday, April 16, 2025
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Bermuda Return For SailGP Announces 2026 Season
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SailGP has unveiled a first glimpse of its 2026 season, promising fans a thrilling continuation of high-speed racing in some of the world's most iconic locations including Bermuda. The announcement includes the welcome return of popular venues and the security of multi-year hosting agreements across all regions.
The 2026 Rolex SailGP Championship is set to feature a global tour that will include:
Australia: Perth Sail Grand Prix
Australia: Sydney Sail Grand Prix
South America: Enel Rio Sail Grand Prix
May - North America: Apex Group Bermuda Sail Grand Prix
North America: Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix
North America: Canada Sail Grand Prix | Halifax
Europe: Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix | Portsmouth
Europe: ROCKWOOL France Sail Grand Prix | Saint-Tropez
Middle East: Emirates Dubai Sail Grand Prix, presented by P&O Marinas
Middle East: Mubadala Abu Dhabi Sail Grand Prix 2026 Season Grand Final, presented by Abu Dhabi Sports Council
This initial announcement confirms a strong lineup of destinations, with the full 2026 season calendar, including remaining host cities and specific dates, to be released at a later time.
SailGP CEO Sir Russell Coutts emphasized the global appeal of the league, stating, "We’ve had unprecedented interest from cities around the world, and SailGP is excited to release a first preview of what fans can expect from the 2026 Season. That includes world-class racing in some of the most iconic stadium destinations we’ve visited to date, and extending our presence in Australia with a first-time event in Perth."
The confirmation of Bermuda as a host is significant for local fans, guaranteeing the return of the fast-paced, cutting-edge sailing action to the island. The 2026 season promises to build on SailGP's success, delivering high-octane racing and attracting a global audience.
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Wednesday, April 16, 2025
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Airforce Takes Early Lead in Wednesday Night Sailing Series
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The 2025 Wednesday Night Sailing Series, hosted by the Royal Hamilton Amateur Dinghy Club (RHADC), got underway in Hamilton Harbor, marking the start of another season of competitive sailing.
The opening night saw a tight contest, with boats battling for position and navigating the harbor's conditions.
Airforce was the first boat to cross the finish line, recording a time of 56 minutes and 14 seconds. Their corrected time of 53 minutes and 13 seconds secured them first place in the race.
Passion was the second boat to complete the course, clocking a time of 57 minutes and 56 seconds. However, their corrected time of 54 minutes and 50 seconds placed them third overall.
Menace secured second place for the night with a corrected time of 54 minutes and 23 seconds.
Scatteraction finished fourth with a corrected time of 55 minutes.
The RS 21 number 3 boat rounded out the top five finishers with a corrected time of 55 minutes and 9 seconds.
The first race of the Wednesday Night Sailing Series has set the stage for an exciting season of sailing in Hamilton Harbor. The corrected times highlight the importance of handicap systems in ensuring fair competition among different types of boats.
Wednesday Night Sailing Series Race 1
0:53:13 Airforce
0:54:23 Menace
0:54:50 Passion
0:55:00 Scatteraction
0:55:09 RS 21 3
0:56:09 Vrengen
0:56:18 Solna II
0:56:38 Yabsta
0:56:47 Fat Tuesday
0:57:05 Jitterbug
0:57:26 Back in Black
0:57:42 Shadow
0:57:59 Lix
0:58:46 Down Time
0:59:52 RS 21 2
1:00:11 RS 21 1
1:00:42 RS 21 5
1:01:21 RS 21 4
1:02:03 RS 21 6
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Sunday, April 13, 2025
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Comet Class Season Starts - Ebbin & Tulane Finish Seventh
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 Maxwell Curtis & Wesley Tucker IslandStats.com
Comet Class Season Begins with Frith Regatta
The 2025 Comet Class season got underway in the picturesque St. George's Harbor. The opening event, the Allan Frith Regatta, saw a strong start from the defending 2024 Fleet and Winter Series Champions, Maxwell Curtis and Wesley Tucker.
Curtis and Tucker showcased their skill and consistency, winning three out of the four races held. Their dominant performance secured them the victory with a low score of 3 points.
The competition was fierce, with Stephen Dickinson and Heath Foggo putting up a strong challenge. They won the first race of the day and the season, ultimately finishing second overall with 6 points.
Alan Frith and Sarah Frith demonstrated their competitiveness, securing third place with 7 points.
The Allan Frith Regatta marks an exciting start to the Comet Class season, setting the stage for more competitive sailing in St. George's Harbor.
Allan Frith Regatta Results
03 Maxwell Curtis / Wesley Tucker
06 Stephen Dickinson/ Heath Foggo
07 Alan Frith / Sarah Frith
12 Gladwind Lambert/ Stefan Mayberry
13 Quintion Simons’s / Greg Proctor
17 Zanico Hendrickson/ Zane Hendrickson
Tulane Seventh in Thompson Trophy
Christian Ebbin and his Tulane University sailing teammates concluded their regular season campaign at the Thompson Trophy Team Race in New London, Connecticut.
The final day of the competition saw challenging sailing conditions, with a brisk northerly wind ranging from 6 to 25 knots and strong currents.
After a tough battle on the water, Tulane University finished seventh in the eight-team field.
Tulane's team, with skippers Hamilton Barclay, Gabriela Vassel, Ebbin, Ava Anderson, Kelly Holthus, and Sammie Gardner, and crews CJ Ricci and Essie Clifton, recorded an 8-13 record over the two days. Their performance included two wins against Tufts University and one win each against Roger Williams University and the Coast Guard Academy.
Harvard University emerged as the overall winners of the Thompson Trophy Team Race, demonstrating their dominance with an impressive record of 18-3.
The Thompson Trophy Team Race provided a challenging and competitive environment for the participating teams.
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Saturday, April 12, 2025
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Tulane Sailing in Sixth Place at Thompson Trophy Team Race
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The final weekend of the regular season sees Christian Ebbin and his Tulane University sailing teammates competing in the Thompson Trophy Team Race. After the initial day of competition, Tulane University sits in sixth place.
The Thompson Trophy Team Race features an eight-team field, with the competition proving to be tight. Tulane's performance on the first day saw them finish tied for sixth place.
The Tulane team's skippers included Hamilton Barclay, Gabriela Vassel, Christian Ebbin, Ava Anderson, and Kelly Holthus. They were joined by crews CJ Ricci and Essie Clifton. The team recorded a 4-7 record on Saturday, securing victories against Tufts University (twice), Roger Williams University, and the Coast Guard Academy.
While Tulane University's position is mid-table after the first day, the regatta is still in progress, and the team will be looking to improve their standing in the remaining races. The competition is fierce, with teams battling for crucial points.
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Tuesday, April 08, 2025
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Eckerd Sailing Finishes Fourth at SAISA Championships
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 Jordan Vieira IslandStats.com
The University of Charleston hosted the event, which was completed in 15-20 knot winds, providing challenging but exciting sailing conditions.
Eckerd College's team consisted of skippers Jordan Vieira, Paul Rodrigues Jr., and Carter Morin, and crews Tia Soultanakis, Lily Schwartz, and Avery Guck. They finished the championships with an overall record of 7 wins and 8 losses.
In the opening round of the competition, Eckerd College demonstrated their potential by securing victories over several opponents. They recorded wins against Miami, NC State, Florida State, Rollins, The Citadel, and Clemson. Notably, in their victories over Florida State, Clemson, and Rollins, the Tritons showcased strong teamwork and boat handling, achieving 1-2-3 winning combinations.
However, Eckerd faced difficulties in the Final Four round, losing all three of their initial races. They managed to secure a win against USF in the second round of the Final Four, achieving a 1-2-4 finish.
Ultimately, the University of Charleston proved dominant, winning the SAISA Team Race Championships with an impressive 14-1 record.
While Eckerd College finished fourth, their performance, including their early victories and strong finishes, highlights their competitive ability in team racing.
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