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Three more Rayglass Protectors for SailGP
The Role of Support Boats in SailGP
Anyone who’s watched SailGP knows the adrenaline-fueled intensity of the competition—foiling catamarans hurtlin...
SailGP race preview: Full crew lists for San Francisco revealed
Preparations are well underway for the fifth event of SailGP’s action-packed 2025 Season; the Oracle San Francisco Sail Grand Prix on March 22-23.
San Francisco: 5 things to watch out for when racing gets underway
This weekend, the Oracle San Francisco Sail Grand Prix hits the Bay for two days of high octane racing on March 22/23. SailGP is fresh off an electrif...
SailGP’s 2025 season to be most technologically advanced in sailing history
The 2025 season of the Rolex SailGP Championship will be the most technologically advanced in sailing history as the league heads to the world’s epice...
Two standout Kiwi-built superyachts win awards at the 2025 St Barths Bucket Regatta
The 2025 St Barths Bucket Regatta saw an impressive fleet of 30 superyachts gather in the stunning waters off Gustavia, Saint Barthéle...
Championship point leaders after L.A.
Before the L.A. leg, the Championship leaderboard had Emirates GBR, Australia, and Spain all sitting ahead of the New Zealand Black Foils.
1st: Emira...
Canada claims spectacular victory in SailGP LA Final
Canada sails a near-perfect race to take the LA title, as New Zealand and Australia battle behind in a thrilling showdown.
The stage was set in Los A...
UK triumphs in final fleet race at SailGP LA
Britain clinches critical victory as Australia narrowly escapes elimination, setting up a thrilling three-way battle in the LA final.
Australia dominate race 6 at SailGP LA – race 2 of day 2
Light winds challenge teams as Australia secure a commanding victory, leaving rivals scrapping for vital podium places before the final fleet race.
Emirates Great Britain Dominates SailGP LA Race 5 Amidst Light Winds – race 1 of day 2
Despite a strong day one, New Zealand struggles as Emirates GBR secures a commanding win.
Editorial: Day 1 of SailGP in LA, Kiwi’s can be pleased!
As a passionate supporter of the Black Foils and a proud Kiwi, today’s SailGP action from Los Angeles made for spectacular viewing.
What needs to happen for the Black Foils to top the SailGP Championship after L.A.
The SailGP Championship leaderboard is heating up, and the New Zealand Black Foils are right in the thick of it. Dubai saw a brilliant performance fro...
“I’m proud of how the team fought:” Burling debriefs golden first day in Los Angeles
New Zealand driver Peter Burling has debriefed a sparkling return to form on the first day of the Rolex Los Angeles Sail Grand Prix, which saw the tea...
France finds their wings in Race 4, L.A.!
In an incredible performance, the France SailGP team—fresh off launching their brand-new F50 in Sydney—have stormed to victory in Race 4 in Los Ange...
Mubadala Brazil in tight race for first in Race 3 of L.A. SailGP
As I write about the third race, I can hear the commentators covering the fourth, and I can tell you both have been incredibly exciting.
Th...
New Zealand Black Foils unstoppable with second victory at SailGP Los Angeles
Peter Burling's crew dominates again, securing back-to-back wins on the LA course. Race 2 in Los Angeles saw another thrilling display of sailing bril...
Burling’s Black Foils dominate Race 1 at SailGP Los Angeles
The Black Foils led from start to finish, delivering a commanding performance on LA’s challenging course.
In an impressive showcase of sailing exce...
Entries open for the 80th Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race
Registrations are now open for the 80th Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race held on Boxing Day 2025
With the back-to-back weekends of racing, will the Black Foils have time to fix any issues that aris...
For the first time in SailGP history, teams will race on consecutive weekends. The action kicks off in Los Angeles (L.A.) on Saturday afternoon local-...
SailGP athletes ready for thrilling showdown in Los Angeles
Record fleet, star power, and fierce competition define SailGP’s anticipated return to the Port of Los Angeles.
SailGP arrives in LA—12 boats, Mbappé backing, and community engagement lead the way
SailGP's second visit to Los Angeles promises record-breaking competition, major French investment news, and significant local impact.
French Football Superstar Kylian Mbappé invests in France SailGP Team
French football superstar brings his Inspired by KM charity aboard to support youth empowerment through sailing.
An impressive superyacht fleet assembles for the 2025 St Barths Bucket Regatta
This weekend, the azure waters off Gustavia, Saint Barthélemy, will once again host one of the most exclusive regattas in the world: the St Barths Buc...
France returns with a bang at Sydney SailGP
After missing the opening two rounds of the SailGP season, France's much-anticipated return in Sydney delivered drama, determination, and a renewed se...
DJ Khaled joins SailGP as Chief Hype Officer
Music superstar brings fresh energy to the world’s fastest sailing championship.
Evolution Sails NZ Women on Water Weekend: A celebration of women’s sailing at Gulf Harbour
A weekend of racing, learning, and camaraderie saw women from across New Zealand take to the water for the Evolution Sails NZ Women on Water Weekend (...
Rotoiti Powerboat Club 102nd Annual Regatta: Andy Knight’s return prompts another Lupton winning str...
The Rotoiti Powerboat Club’s 102nd Annual Regatta delivered an unforgettable weekend of powerboat racing on Lake Rotoiti, Nelson, hosting Round 4 of t...
Sailing towards consistency: Mike Buckley’s vision for US SailGP team
From dramatic capsizes to podium finishes, U.S. SailGP Team CEO Mike Buckley lays bare the journey towards building a consistent championship contende...
Candela C-8 vs Mattias Coutts: Who’s got the edge on the water?
When it comes to raw pace, how does a Candela C-8 electric hydrofoil compare to a Moth-class foiling dinghy, sailed by Mattias Coutts? In theory.
This week Barcelona’s economic analysis of their America’s Cup was released; where shoul...
With a €1.034 billion positive economic impact, 1.8+ million visitors across 59 days, 12,872 in jobs, and €208.5 million in tax revenue, would NZ be c...
Hyde and Waitemata Racing triumph at 2025 Toyota Youth International Match Racing Cup
Auckland, New Zealand – After four days of thrilling competition, Waitemata Racing, led by skipper Josh Hyde, has emerged victorious at the 2025 Toyot...
Reef to Rock: New Zealand’s first eFoil race a thrilling success
The Reef to Rock eFoil race took place on Saturday, 1 March 2025, marking New Zealand’s first official eFoil racing competition. The 8km course from M...
World-class waterskiing thrills Auckland at 2025 IWWF University Worlds
The 2025 IWWF University Worlds transformed Auckland’s Orakei Basin into a global waterskiing hotspot from February 26 to March 2, bringing together t...
Female skippers make waves in the 2025 PIC Harbour Classic
Auckland’s Waitematā Harbour was the stage for the 2025 PIC Harbour Classic, where 71 boats lined up to tackle a 14-nautical-mile sprint course design...
25 years ago today: Team New Zealand’s historic America’s Cup defence and victory!
On March 2, 2000, New Zealand made sailing history, successfully defending the America’s Cup on home waters. The dominant 5-0 victory over Luna Rossa ...
Frank Racing dominates the 2025 PIC Harbour Classic with blistering pace
Frank Racing dominated in the 2025 PIC Harbour Classic today, as a fleet of 71 boats took on the challenge of the newly refined 14-nautical-mile sprin...
Experience the thrill of eFoil racing in New Zealand
EFoil Racing NZ invites water sports enthusiasts to take part in one of the most exciting and fast-growing racing experiences on the water happening t...
Black Foils open SailGP internship opportunities
The Black Foils, New Zealand’s SailGP team led by Peter Burling and Blair Tuke, are offering exciting internship opportunities for Kiwi (and beyond Ne...
Top youth match racers set to battle for the 2025 Toyota Youth International Match Racing Cup
Auckland, New Zealand – The world’s top youth match racers are gearing up for the highly anticipated 2025 Toyota Youth International Match Racing Cup,...
Rounding out the entries to the record-breaking 2025 PIC Harbour Classic Regatta
The 2025 PIC Harbour Classic hits a record 76+ entries, with near-perfect weather setting the stage for an incredible competition.
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