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SailGP drops New Zealand from 2026 season calendar?
The SailGP schedule for 2026 has just dropped, and New Zealand appears to be out.
While New Zealand had been on the SailGP map in the past few year...
Should Rio de Janeiro host the 38th America’s Cup?
This week, when SailGP announced it would be cancelling its much-anticipated Rio de Janeiro event in May 2025 due to wingsail issues, the disappointme...
SailGP breaking News: Rio cancelled
After identifying a defect in select wingsails across the F50 fleet, SailGP has made the difficult decision to cancel next month’s Rio event (May 3-4)...
When the wing folds; how a known risk brought down two F50s
A second catastrophic wing failure in SailGP raises serious questions about team training, safety, and whether a known design flaw is being overlooked...
Two-fifths through the SailGP season: How will Rio de Janeiro compare?
The circuit heads to Brazil for the first time, with Rio de Janeiro set to debut as the sixth event in the 13-race season.
Breaking down the catastrophic wing failure of the Australian SailGP Team in San Francisco
As the Australians approached the starting line of the last fleet race in the event, their hopes of a strong finish—and possibly securing a spot in th...
Will Spain emerge as the dark horse, as they win the San Francisco leg of SailGP 2025
The SailGP San Francisco Finals delivered an electrifying conclusion as Spain, Canada, and France battled fiercely for ultimate supremacy. Each team h...
Australia brings drama as Black Foils win Race 7 in San Francisco
The seventh and final fleet race of SailGP San Francisco was set to be a high-stakes battle, determining which three teams would advance to the Grand ...
Spain win Race 6, making Race 7 the all-important tie breaker for numbers of wins
As the second fleet race of the day unfolded in San Francisco, all eyes were on France following their dominant victory in Race 5. However, it was Spa...
France dominates Race 5 to keep SailGP San Francisco finals hopes alive
Day 2 of SailGP in San Francisco kicked off with an electrifying fifth fleet race, as teams battled for a spot in the top three and a chance at the mu...
“It was a day to push”: NorthStar Canada driver Giles Scott unpicks first day in San Francisco
NorthStar Canada driver Giles Scott has debriefed the first day of racing in San Francisco, which saw the Canadians top the leaderboard after four fle...
Canada has spoken loud and clear in Race 4, San Francisco SailGP
In the final race of Day 1 at the San Francisco SailGP, Canada delivered a brilliant performance in precision and determination, clinching victory by ...
Spain claws back, a win in Race 3 at San Francisco SailGP
San Francisco’s choppy waters bore witness to a stunning comeback in the third race of SailGP’s San Francisco leg. Spain, after a shaky start in the s...
Race 2 in San Francisco SailGP sees changes to the leaderboard as Canada proves it has much to say i...
Canada delivered a statement performance in the second race of SailGP San Francisco, snatching victory in a race filled with aggressive tactics, costl...
Has Race 1 San Francisco SailGP set the tone for the rest of the racing?
If the first race of SailGP San Francisco is anything to go by, we’re in for a leg of high-stakes, aggressive sailing and edge-of-the-seat finishes. F...
Black Foils seek strong finish to California double-header
New Zealand’s Black Foils are targeting a positive finish to SailGP’s first ever back to back race weekends as they prepare for the Oracle San Francis...
SailGP practice day: Australia tops San Francisco practice racing in split fleet format
Tom Slingsby’s Australia rose to the top of the leaderboard in San Francisco’s pre-event split fleet practice racing ahead of official racing this wee...
SailGP returns to San Francisco today
San Francisco Bay comes alive today for the start of the Oracle San Francisco Sail Grand Prix. The event follows last weekend’s electrifying Los Angel...
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...
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...
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.
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.
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