We think it’s time for a reminder of what offshore sailing in The Ocean Race is really all about. Check out this compilation of insanely wet, big-wave sailing.
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It was an action packed weekend of sailing in the glorious English sunshine. The third event of SailGP Season 2 took place in Plymouth, United Kingdom this weekend. Team Australia won the event with France and United States defeated in the winner-takes-all final.
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SailGP season 2 has already produced some exciting racing, with a few surprise podium places too. SailGP Spain, led by Phil Robertson was one such team. But what does the future hold for Phil and his team?
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Team RSA put in a good effort at the Optimist World Championships 2021 held at Lake Garda, Italy. Brazilian Alex Di Francesco Kuhl is the new World Champion and French sailor Lomane Valade is the winner in the female ranking.
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When you think of islands in Thailand you think of white sand, rustic-chic beach shacks, and a hammock gently swaying between two palm trees as a turquoise sea laps at the shore. But each island is quite distinct from the next, with its own characteristics; and there are dozens to choose from. Nell McShane Wulfhart selects one for every occasion, whether you want to party til dawn, learn to dive, eat the best Thai food or escape from the world on a secluded, romantic break.
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South African sailor, Matt Whitehead has always dreamed of racing in the Volvo Ocean Race – and he came that much closer by competing on the VO65, ‘Childhood 1’, the DutchSail entry in the Ocean Race Europe. We caught up with Matt after a few very busy months.
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The 90th edition of the iconic Round the Island race, organised by the Island Sailing Club, took place this weekend. 1200 boats and 7000 sailors set sail, clearly eager to get on the water again. It’s one of the largest yacht races in the world, and the fourth largest participation sporting event in the UK after the London Marathon and the Great North and South Runs.
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Brilliant conditions provided the perfect arena for the Superyacht Cup Palma, allowing the fleet to revel in the great sailing on offer in the Bay of Palma. South African navigator, Shaun Pammenter was onboard the overall winner, Ravenger
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Leg 3 of The Ocean Race Europe ended in tricky, light airs. A very close leaderboard now sees the inshore race as the ultimate decider.
