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It was down to the wire on the final day of racing in the GL52 Great Lakes Series (GLS) 2025 at the GL52 Macatawa Challenge sailed on Lake Michigan last weekend.

As per tradition, Barcolana Tuesday was dedicated to sailing for solidarity and social initiatives, featuring the regattas of Barcolana per il Sociale, the historic event organised by Triestina della Vela and the Società Velica di Barcola e Grignano.

Storm Amy’s 40kt gusts meant no sailing on Saturday, so it was on a calmer Sunday morning that the Illusions started their new season. Just five boats which was a bit disappointing but understandable given the weekend forecast.

After more than 80 years of family leadership, Melges Performance Sailboats is turning the page to a new chapter.

Crystal clear waters, fantastic wind, and warm temperatures set the scene for one of the largest events on the Olympic fleet’s calendar. A total of 400 sailors and 200 boats are registered for the event.

Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal visited the Boat Building Academy in Lyme Regis (6 October 2025) to meet students past and present and learn more about its work preserving and promoting the heritage craft.

SailGP has enjoyed a fine tour of the United Kingdom and Europe of late. This wrapped up this past weekend in Cadiz, Spain, where the DP World Spain Sail Grand Prix was contested using the league’s 24-meter wingsails and the light-air T-foils and rudders.

The forecast was for high winds on Saturday and the decision was made during the week to cancel Saturday and hold three races on Sunday. On arrival it looked very sailable though several boats decided the conditions were too much for them.

The forecast was for high winds on Saturday and the decision was made during the week to cancel Saturday and hold three races on Sunday. On arrival it looked very sailable though several boats decided the conditions were too much for them.

Storm Amy failed to prevent the NSSA Singlehanded Team Racing going ahead this weekend. Hosted by the Worcestershire Youth Sailing Association. A total of 22 teams were entered for the event which used the new double race Swiss League Format.