YACHT Class n°41 (June-July-August 2025)
YACHT CLUB OF GREECE (YCG)
A heavy schedule
The Yacht Club of Greece continues to be a beacon of yachting excellence. Beyond its nautical prestige, the Club also thrives as a lively social hub. Housed in its historic main clubhouse, members enjoy a rich calendar of events, from exclusive meetings to elegant social and business gatherings, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Saronic Gulf, the Acropolis, and the whole of Athens. Among the ocean races and dinghy regattas organised almost every weekend, three events certainly stand out. The Spetses Classic Yacht Regatta returns for its 13th edition from 25th to 28th June. A symbol of maritime elegance, this popular regatta celebrates Greece’s maritime history with a fleet of classic wooden yachts, timeless traditional sailing boats, and classic dinghy racers. Another highlight of the 2025 racing calendar is the Cyclades Cup – Antiparos, which takes place from 12th to 15th June 2025. Designed for yachts over 30 metres and featuring a 90ft racing class as well as a Maxi class, this rising star of the superyacht circuit made a successful debut last year. Co-organised by the Yacht Club of Greece with the Cyclades Cup organisation and supported by the SuperYacht Racing Association and the ORC, the event features three competition classes inspired by ancient Greek mythology: the Apollo Class for majestic yachts, the Skyphian Class for performance-oriented vessels, and the Meltemi Class for elegant and fast sloops. With 11 yachts taking part in 2024, we expect even greater participation in 2025, with 15 yachts already registered. Later in the season, the 58th Andros International Yacht Race – John B. Goulandris, from 28th to 31st August 2025, promises exciting offshore racing. It is one of Greece’s most challenging and historic yachting competitions, which pushes both crew and craft to their limits in a test of endurance and seamanship.
SOCIETE NAUTIQUE DE GENEVE (SNG)
Inauguration of the Ylliam Lighthouse
The Ylliam lighthouse was inaugurated on 6th May 2025 at the Société Nautique de Genève. The structure, designed by Geneva architects Bureau, now symbolically marks the entrance to Geneva’s harbour. Over the past eight years, Geneva’s harbour has in fact undergone a profound metamorphosis, with the creation of the Eaux-Vives beach, the development of the Quai de Cologny and the extension of the Port Noir. Inaugurated in the company of representatives of the Société Nautique de Genève and the cantonal and municipal authorities, the Ylliam lighthouse puts the finishing touches to the work begun in 2017. Made of a light metal structure, with thin cables that preserve the view and give the whole layout its airy, light feel, it rises to 21 metres. It is also topped by a low-energy diode lantern, which can be lowered manually to facilitate maintenance. Needless to say that the Société Nautique de Genève is extremely proud to inaugurate this lighthouse and to make it available to all users of Lake Geneva. The Club would like to sincerely thank everyone involved in its development, and especially Pierre-Yves Firmenich for his commitment and generous support, enabling us to offer this new lighthouse, which is unique in Switzerland, to the Club and to Geneva.
The 86th Bol d’Or – from 13th to 15th June 2025
The 86th edition of the Bol d’Or du Léman promises to be an exciting one, with a new finish line marked out by the new Ylliam lighthouse! The Bol d’Or du Léman Organising Committee’s objective is to organise a high quality, friendly and convivial regatta that will delight the racing public. The 86th edition of the iconic regatta will focus on the essentials, namely organising a regatta for lovers of Lake Geneva and sailing, with a flawless organisation on the water thanks in particular to the work of our loyal volunteers. The Société Nautique de Genève also confirms its desire to open up and share, and will remain open throughout the weekend. The public will have direct access to the l’Esplanade du Pavillon des Sports. Finally, for the first time in the history of the Bol d’Or du Léman, the finishes will take place in the axis of the Ylliam lighthouse; a clearly visible landmark for the competitors, which will give a special touch to the finishes. In short, the Bol d’Or du Léman 2025 aims to be efficient on the water and simple and friendly on land.
CLUB NAVAL DE CASCAIS (CNC)
The J/70 Corinthian European Championship
Spain Triumphs in a thrilling competition at the J/70 Corinthian European Championship in Cascais.From 1st to 6th April 2025, 54 Corinthian teams from 17 nations competed in the first edition of the J/70 Corinthian European Championship.Set against the backdrop of Portugal’s rugged Atlantic coast, the event offered a masterclass in both seamanship and endurance. Cascais, known for its unpredictable weather and demanding sailing conditions, lived up to its reputation, and then some. Spain dominated the first three places in the competition. ESP 1214 – HSN SAILING TEAM, took the top step of the podium and won the title of Corinthian 2025 European Champion. Behind them, ESP 1706 – HANG TEN took second place, while ESP 1419 – BODEGA CAN MARLES completed the top three. This first edition of the J/70 Corinthian European Championship was more than a regatta — it was a tale of resilience, unity, and the raw beauty of competitive sailing. From heroism in the sun to strategy forged in the storm, every moment reflected the soul of Corinthian racing. However, it is precisely this wildness that gives the Cascais triumph its flavour. The 2025 championship will be remembered not just for the boats and the results, but also for the spirit — the roar of the wind, the crash of the swell, and the shared heartbeat of 54 Corinthian teams chasing the horizon. The Clube Naval de Cascais will host the J/70 World Championship in 2026.
XXXth H.M. King Juan Carlos Trophy
From 10th to 13th April, the XXXth HM King Juan Carlos Trophy – IDA Grade 1 brought together 34 Dragon class boats representing 13 nations. Against all odds, the Portuguese team POR 89 – SATURN took a spectacular victory, while SUI 355 – GINKGOTOO and SWE 800 – MISS BEHAVIOR completed the podium. A Championship of courage and glory. Despite the lack of wind for much of the week, the spirit of the regatta never wavered.
Championnat du Monde Rolex Tp52
The 52 Super Series are back in Cascais from 1st to 6th, with the jewel in the crown of the competition, the Rolex TP52 World Championship Cascais 2025, where several thousand people will not miss the opportunity to get up close and personal with some of the world’s best sailors, aboard what many consider to be the “Formula 1 of the seas”. Gonçalo Esteves, Commodore of the Clube Naval de Cascais, comments on the 2025 Portuguese round of the 52 Super Series: “For us in Cascais, it is difficult to go a year without being able to host the first fleet racing event in the windward-leeward format. It has been two years of absence… And what better place to put the teams to the test than the Rolex TP52 World Championship Cascais 2025? July is the heart of summer, but we can expect a good variety of winds, between the strong Nortada of Cascais (wind from the north of the Iberian Peninsula in summer) and the Portuguese trade winds blowing from the Atlantic. Cascais has been the scene of some of the most memorable races in the history of the 52 Super Series World Championship”.
The Mirpuri Foundation Sailing Trophy
The Mirpuri Foundation Sailing Trophy returns for its sixth edition, from 4th to 6th July 2025, with the introduction of the TP52 class. The regattas bring together some of the world’s best sailors and boats, with the 52 Super Series, the international circuit for TP52s, headlining the event. Known for its intensity and technical precision, the TP52 series takes place alongside seven other competitive classes: NHC, ORC, J70, SB20, Snipe, Finn and Optimist. “We are delighted to introduce the TP52 class to the Mirpuri Foundation Sailing Trophy for the first time,” said Paulo Mirpuri, President of the Mirpuri Foundation. It goes without saying that the addition of the 52 Super Series will enhance the regatta by bringing top-level competition to Cascais. The President of the Clube Naval de Cascais, Francisco Brito de Abreu, added: “The Mirpuri Foundation Sailing Trophy has become a key fixture in the Clube Naval de Cascais calendar. We are delighted to be hosting this 6th edition and look forward to a competitive and successful event.”
Finn Gold Cup 2025
For the third time in its long history the Finn Gold Cup return this year to the emblematic site of Cascais, Portugal. The event is organised by the Clube Naval de Cascais. The 2025 Finn Gold Cup will take place from 1st to 6th September, and will be integrated with the Jorg Bruder Finn Silver Cup, which for the first time will be organised for the under-29s.
REAL CLUB NAUTICO DE BARCELONA (RCNB)
Josele Doreste and David González are the 2025 Ilca Master Spanish Champions Lorenzo Cerretelli and David González winners of the Barcelona Ilca Master Championship 2025
The last weekend of March marked the end of the 2025 edition of the Barcelona ILCA Master Championship, held under the aegis of the Real Club Náutico de Barcelona (RCNB). A total of 113 sailors, representing 16 countries, gathered at the Barcelona International Sailing Center (BISC) for this event, which also counted towards the Spanish national Championship. The weather conditions were highly variable and of the nine scheduled races, only four were contested. At the end of the first races, the provisional standings were dominated in ILCA 6 by Mónica Azón, followed by David González and Xavier Boluda. In ILCA 7, first place went to Lorenzo Cerretelli, followed by Aristotelis Chatzistamatiou and Josele Doreste, who also leads the Spanish Championship in this category.
In the ILCA 6 Absolute, the podium was led by David González Osende (BISC) in first place, followed by Carlos Martínez (Real Club de Regatas Santiago de La Ribera) and Mónica Azón (Club Nàutic Arenys de Mar). In the women’s race, it was Mónica Azón who took the victory, with Elena Sáez (RCN Barcelona) taking second place and Alexandra Behrens (Muehlenberger Segel-Club) third. By category, the winners were: Raúl González Arroyo (Master), Miguel Álvarez Valls (Legend Master), Sílvia Ravetllat (Grand Master Women), Carlos Martínez (Grand Master Men), Walt Spevak (Great Grand Master), Miriam Carles-Tolrà (Apprentice Women), and David González (Apprentice Men). In ILCA 7 Absolute, victory went to Lorenzo Cerretelli (Yacht Club Punta Ala), followed by Aristotelis Chatzistamatiou (Volos Nautical Club & Arganute) and Jose Luis Doreste (RC Marítimo Barcelona). In the Spanish ILCA Master Championship (ILCA 7), gold went to Jose Luis Doreste (RC Marítimo Barcelona), silver to Carlos Echavarri, and bronze to Javier Muñoz (Marina Valencia SC). By category, the winners were: Aristotelis Chatzistamatiou (Master), Javier Muñoz (Grand Master), Jose Luis Doreste (Grand Master), and Lorenzo Cerretelli (Apprentice). Despite difficult weather conditions, the Barcelona ILCA Master Championship 2025 was a resounding success, with a remarkable turnout of world-class sailors and a high level of competition in all categories. The city of Barcelona is once again confirmed as a world reference in the field of master sailing, offering a unique setting for the sailors of the ILCA class.
Hsn Sailing Team crowned champions of the 2025 Barcelona Spring Series
in J70
On 12th May 2025, the HSN Sailing Team from the Canary Islands was crowned the winner of the 2025 Barcelona Spring Series in the J70 class, after dominating the three events organised this spring by the Real Club Náutico de Barcelona. With a total of 42 points, the team led by Javier Padrón had a perfect season in Barcelona waters. HangTen-Hnos. Berga, skippered by Món Cañellas, secured second place with 71 points, while Baleària-Team RCNP took third overall with 120 points. Despite an initially unfavourable forecast, Barcelona offered a spectacular weekend of sailing. Ideal wind conditions enabled the race committee, led by Pere Sarquella, to complete the 12 races scheduled, providing a thrilling conclusion to the Barcelona Spring Series. The third and final race saw a fierce battle between Noticia, HSN Sailing Team, and HangTen-Hnos. The J70 season continues in Vigo and Barcelona. With the Barcelona Spring Series over, the national J70 season continued with the Atlantic Championship in Vigo (13th-14th May), followed by the prestigious BMW Conde de Godó Trophy in Barcelona (30th May-1st June), which once again includes the Women’s Cup for all-female J70 teams. June brings another major event: the Spanish Championship in La Coruña (13th-15th June), followed by the Spanish Cup in Barcelona (3rd-5th October). Both regattas are essential for the national rankings that will determine Spain’s representatives at the 2026 J70 World Championship in Cascais, Portugal.
YACHT CLUB PUNTA DEL ESTE (YCPE)
Les membres du Yacht Club Punta Del Este, Hernán Umpierre et Fernando Diz, brillent sur les plus grands circuits de course du monde
The European sailing calendar has kicked off with some of the most prestigious regattas across all classes. Among them, two major events attract the world’s top crews as they prepare for major milestones such as the 49 er World Championship in Cagliari in October and the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. Representing Yacht Club Punta del Este, Hernán Umpierre and Fernando Diz took part in the Trofeo Princesa Sofía in Mallorca from 28 March to 5 April, in the 49 er class. With 91 teams on the starting line, they finished a fine 15th and were the second-best team in the Americas – only the United States came higher, in 6th place, followed by Chile far behind in 47th. Wasting no time, the team headed to Hyères, France, to compete in the Olympic Week regatta held from 21st to 26th April – another essential event in the elite sailing calendar. This time, Umpierre and Diz delivered a brilliant performance. After 13 intense races, they entered the final Medal Race in first place. Although they did not have the finish they had hoped for in the two-point final, they did secure a place on the podium, finishing third overall, behind the United States and Germany. After the Paris Olympic Games, they remain among the best 49 er class sailors in the world. With Hernán and Fernando taking third place on the podium, this clear domination, alongside the United States, underlines their leadership in the region and fuels optimism for the 2027 Pan-American Games in Lima, where they shall be looking to improve on the silver medal they won in Santiago in 2023.
Iate Clube de Santos (ICS)
ICS Oceanic Regatta Cup 2025
The 2025 ICS Oceanic Regatta Cup kicked off with its traditional opening event, the race around the“Ilha das Cabras”. Held on 22nd February, the regatta featured boats competing in the ORC, BRA RGS, and RGS Cruiser classes. The 15-nautical mile (approximately 24 km) course began at midday near Ponta Grossa, at the entrance to Santos Bay. The fleet sailed towards the “Ilha das Cabras”, located off Enseada Beach in Guarujá. After rounding the island to port, the crews returned to the finish line near the starting point, in the waters off Ponta Grossa. With more than 15 boats taking part, the race finished at 7 pm on the same day. This event marks the start of the Iate Clube de Santos regatta calendar and is supported by the Brazilian Ocean Sailing Association – ABVO, the International Regatta Club, and the São Paulo State Sailing Federation – FEVESP
| ORC Category | BRA RGS Category | RGS Cruiser Category |
| 1st – 4Z PHYTOERVAS Marcelo Bellotti – 02h42m10s 2nd – ASBAR IV Jonas Penteado – 02h42m 14s 3rd – KING Marcello Sestini – 02h43m 33s | 1st – FANTASMA Marcello Polonio – 02h21m 55s 2nd – BERNÔ Eduardo Nocera – 02h24m 24s 3rd – H+3 Claudio Gregório – 02h25m 25s | 1st – CATAUÁ Fredy Baumert – 02h32m17s 2nd – KIA KAHA I Fabio Harkott – 03h03m 20s 3rd – ANDIAMO Yng Bolognani – 03h04m45s |
