Consistency eludes many top contenders today at 53 Trofeo Princesa Sofía
The light sea-breeze condition on the Bay Of Palma today proved especially testing for the giant fleet at the 53 Trofeo Princesa Sofia Mallorca by Iberostar and even many of the event leaders struggled to record consistently top finishes as the winds moved around in direction and pressure over the fourth day of racing. Italy’s […]
Olympic pressure, what pressure?
Another sea breeze day kept the giant 53 Trofeo Princesa Sofia Mallorca by Iberostar rolling through a demanding schedule of races. Across the classes are some marked, understandable differences between the mindsets of those who are in the throes of an Olympic selection fight and those who have missed out on Marseille and are racing […]
How to Follow the Princess Sofia Regatta
Get ready to mark your calendars for the highly anticipated kickoff of the 53rd edition of the Trofeo Princesa Sofia! Beginning tomorrow and running until April 6th, this prestigious event will see 1,100 sailors from 75 different nations competing across 10 classes. Set against the stunning backdrop of Palma’s coastline, the regatta will unfold across […]
Rundown on the 2024 Skiff Worlds
The 2024 49er and 49erFX World Championships officially kick off in the beautiful and windy Lanzarote, Canary islands. Excitement is through the roof for this event! Whether you’re a devoted fan, a friend, a supportive family member, or a keen member of the press, here’s your comprehensive guide to this prestigious regatta and how to […]
The FX Open Series closes a great MedSailing 2024 with victory for the British Pank and Morris
NEWS Credits: JAUME SOLER Sant Andreu de Llavaneres (02/23/24).- MedSailing 2024, organized by the Club Nàutic El Balís, has come to an end after ten intense days of competition in the waters of Sant Andreu de Llavaneres (Barcelona). The FX Open Series closed this Friday this edition that began on February 15 with the 29th […]
Sailing on hurricane kind of wind: Fantela brothers broke their own record in sailing 49er!
Where sky meets the sea, just below Velebit mountain in Croatia, Zadar – hometown of Fantela brothers – this is where magic is happening. Sime and Mihovil Fantela, Croatian athletes in sailing 49er reached their record speed with the help of the Bora wind. Croatian sailors Šime and Mihovil Fantela set their 49er record with […]
1 day on the water with the FX European Champions – Helene & Marie (NOR)
We’re in Lanzarote, getting ready for the big World Championships in March, and guess what? Most teams are here too, getting in some serious training. Join us on the water with Helene and Marie, the European Champions from Norway. FX European Champions training video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a2S1n7VTzG0&t=1s Don’t miss out on the excitement! Join us on our […]
Ian Barrows and Hans Henken Qualify for the Paris 2024 Olympics in US Trials
Ian Barrows and Hans Henken thrive in torturous qualification process to qualify for the Paris 2024 Olympics. Over 7 days of racing and 19 races, the regatta played out primarily among the three elite 49er teams that have extensive experience. Ian Barrows and Hans Henken Qualify for the Paris 2024 Olympics: The top three 49er […]
2023 Asian Championships – China qualifies for Paris 2024
The 2023 Asian Sailing Championships in Pattaya, Thailand, brought together sailors from all over Asia for a thrilling competition. Held in the beautiful Gulf of Thailand, the event showcased the best sailing talent in the region, with teams competing for medals and a chance to qualify for the Paris 2024 Olympics. China wins the spot […]
European Championship – How to follow the race
We have officially kicked off the 2023 Nacra 17, 49er and 49erFX European Championship in Vilamoura, Portugal! Last night, we had around 400 sailors of 34 nationalities, nearly 100 coaches and numerous organisers and supporters gathered at the Vilamoura Marina for the opening ceremony. Today, the racing started at 12:00 UTC, with 2 fleets for […]