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SailGP: LA 2025

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...

17 March 2025

SailGP: LA 2025

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...

17 March 2025

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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.

17 March 2025

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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.

17 March 2025

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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.

17 March 2025

SailGP: LA 2025

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.

16 March 2025

SailGP: LA 2025

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...

16 March 2025

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“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...

16 March 2025

SailGP: LA 2025

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...

16 March 2025

SailGP: LA 2025

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...

16 March 2025

SailGP: LA 2025

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...

16 March 2025

SailGP: LA 2025

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...

16 March 2025

SailGP: LA 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-...

15 March 2025

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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.

15 March 2025

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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.

15 March 2025

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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.

15 March 2025

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Hook Me Up Fishing Competition - Matakana vs Hillside, 7 Mar 2025 in Whakatane

The Kubota Billfish Classic, 12 - 15 Mar 2025 in Mercury Bay, Whitianga

ITM Fishing Competition, 13 - 16 Mar 2025 in Whangaroa

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Toyota Youth International Match Racing Cup, 26 Feb - 4 Mar 2025 in Auckland

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PIC Insurance Brokers Coastal Classic, 24 Oct 2025 TBC from Auckland to Russell

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Lucas Oil Hydro Thunder Race - Lake Rotoiti, 8 - 9 Mar 2025 at Nelson Lakes

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IWWF University Nationals (waterskiing), 26 February to 2 March Orakei Basin, Auckland

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SailGP: LA 2025

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Canada claims spectacular victory in SailGP LA Final

UK triumphs in final fleet race at SailGP LA

Australia dominate race 6 at SailGP LA – race 2 of day 2

Emirates Great Britain Dominates SailGP LA Race 5 Amidst Light Winds – race 1 of day 2

Editorial: Day 1 of SailGP in LA, Kiwi’s can be pleased!

What needs to happen for the Black Foils to top the SailGP Championship after L.A.

“I’m proud of how the team fought:” Burling debriefs golden first day in Los Angeles

France finds their wings in Race 4, L.A.!

Mubadala Brazil in tight race for first in Race 3 of L.A. SailGP

New Zealand Black Foils unstoppable with second victory at SailGP Los Angeles

Burling’s Black Foils dominate Race 1 at SailGP Los Angeles

SailGP athletes ready for thrilling showdown in Los Angeles

SailGP arrives in LA—12 boats, Mbappé backing, and community engagement lead the way

French Football Superstar Kylian Mbappé invests in France SailGP Team