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The Ocean Race Europe Tracker has just had an update thanks to PredictWind, and now looks at routing for the boats, but it doesn’t yet have VMG or VMC.

The French and Swiss teams have been locked in a fierce battle for the lead during the first night at sea on Leg 3 from Cartagena, Spain to Nice, France…

Raced by people from all walks of life, including plumbers, teachers, chefs and former funeral directors, the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race gets under way this Sunday 31 August from Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth.

Leg 3 of The Ocean Race Europe is anything but straightforward from a meteorological point of view, and the seven boats in the fleet face an uncertain picture as they continue on their way from Cartagena in southern Spain to the French port of Nice.

The season might be ending for some and just beginning for others, but the goal is the same: finding those extra gains that separate leaders from the pack. Now’s the time to stop guessing and start repeating the fast settings that deliver results.

Despite a light forecast the fleet were released on time for a drift in the Eckernforde fjord, fortunately after a relatively short wait the fleet were sent back in by the race officer having found the wind too unstable and too soft for racing.

Fancy something a bit different this year, and for charity too? If you’re looking to brighten up your September and try something different then the East Coast Piers Race weekend is worth a good look.

Strong winds and sunshine, with a storm passing through, the 4th day of Burnham Week 2025 saw fresh crews refill the ranks as the premier East Coast regatta goes on.

Women’s sailing charity, The Magenta Project, has opened applications for its 2025/26 Global Mentoring Programme, a scheme focused on equity and inclusion in sailing and the wider marine industry. Running from October 2025 to June 2026, the nine-month initiative matches women working or seeking careers in the sector with experienced professionals. The programme offers structured guidance,…

De Antonio Yachts has reorganised its commercial department and made new leadership appointments, as the firm looks to strengthen its international presence and expand its distribution network. The Barcelona-based boatbuilder, which operates with production centres in both Spain and Poland, has named Thibaud Maudet as chief commercial officer. He is responsible for leading De Antonio…