Yacht Class n°44 (March-April-May 2026)
Real Club Nautico de Barcelona (RCNB)
“Es Tes Unno…” wins the 51st InterClubs Championship – Jordi Vives Trophy 2026
The 51st edition of the InterClubs Championship – Jordi Vives Trophy delivered an intense and tactical offshore race along the coastal Barcelona–Maresme–Barcelona course, bringing together 27 boats for one of the most emblematic competitions on the Catalan sailing calendar. Organised by the Real Club Náutico de Barcelona, the event enabled the fleet to compete over two days of racing in radically different conditions, testing both the speed and the tactical skills of the crews. The overall winner was Es Tes Unno…, the Dufour 44 Race helmed by Cisco Soldevila (Real Club Náutico de Barcelona), who delivered a remarkable performance on this course with its contrasting conditions. Second place went to the high-performance TP52 Blue Carbon Aproperties, helmed by Toni Guiu (RCN Barcelona), while the IMS 50 Duende, helmed by Jacinto Rodríguez (Club Náutico de Arenys de Mar), completed the podium in third place.
Barcelona J70 Winter Series
Noticia wins the fifth round of the Barcelona J70 Winter Series, while HSN Sailing Team consolidates its first place in the overall standings.At the end of January, the Real Club Nàutico de Barcelona hosted the fifth round of the Barcelona J70 Winter Series, a new chapter in the winter circuit that once again highlighted the dynamism of the J70 class in the Catalan capital. The regatta brought together 28 teams from ten countries – Hungary, Portugal, Poland, France, the United Kingdom, Germany, Denmark, Switzerland, Lithuania and Spain. The weather conditions were very changeable over the three days, adding an extra challenge for the crews and the Race Committee. On the decisive Sunday, the last three races took place, with the discard system in effect. Despite mixed results (8-11-2), consistent performance throughout the weekend and judicious use of discarded points enabled Noticia to win the overall classification in this fifth event. The battle for second place was particularly intense and was decided on a tiebreaker, with Bodega Can Marlès coming out on top. HSN Sailing Team completed the podium in third place. After five races since September, and a total of 42 races started and seven disqualifications, HSN Sailing Team remains at the top of the provisional overall standings of the International Barcelona J70 Winter Series with 118 points. The Mediterranean fleet of the Barcelona Winter Series will meet from 20th to 22nd February for the sixth round of the circuit, which will consist of a total of seven rounds and will end in March, coinciding with the start of the Barcelona J70 Spring Regattas. Many teams continue to use the Winter Series as essential preparation for the J/70 European Championship, which will be held in Barcelona from 20th to 26th July 2026.
Clube Naval de Cascais (CNC)
Nacionalgest Christmas Race
During the Christmas season, the Clube Naval de Cascais organised the 2025 edition of the NacionalGest Christmas Race, an event that has now become emblematic of its sporting calendar. This regatta was a true celebration of sailing, bringing together more than two hundred sailors competing across seven different classes and representing several national and international clubs.Faithful to a well-established tradition, the Clube Naval de Cascais hosted the event on the first weekend of December. Supported by NacionalGest Consultores de Seguros, the Marina de Cascais, and the Portuguese Sailing Federation, the importance of this competition in the CNC’s sporting calendar was reflected in an outstanding entry list, with no fewer than 218 sailors from various national clubs and 54 international clubs. For three days, they were the main protagonists of a true celebration of sailing – an event marked by a high level of competition, camaraderie among participants, and a festive spirit. However, as the saying goes, it was not all plain sailing in this championship. Over the weekend of 6th– 8th December, the first two days of competition were significantly affected by less favourable weather conditions, dominated by light and variable winds. These challenging conditions tested both the sailors’ patience and their technical skills.On Sunday, the final day of the event, nature delivered its own spectacle, and the athletes rose to the challenge without hesitation. Strong winds and rough seas made the decisive races, which determined the final standings, even more thrilling, showcasing the skill, expertise, and endurance of all participants.
J/70 World Championship
Clube Naval de Cascais is proud to announce that it will host the J/70 World Championship from 4th to 12th September. This high-level international regatta follows on from the success of the 2025 J/70 European Corinthian Championship and will once again bring together the world’s elite sailors in this highly competitive series in Cascais. The Clube Naval de Cascais continues to demonstrate its expertise in organising world-class regattas, combining professionalism, rigour and passion. Around 100 boats, more than 500 sailors and approximately 18 nations are expected to take part in the J/70 World Championship.
Yacht Club Italiano (YCI)
2026 Sporting Calendar
The Yacht Club Italiano presents its 2026 Sporting Calendar, confirming one of the most extensive and well-structured regatta programmes in the Mediterranean. The 2026 season began with the winter challenges of the International Genoa Winter Contest, which brings together Optimist, ILCA 7, ILCA 6 and ILCA 4 crews off the coast of Genoa. Youth sailing continues with the Selezione Interzonale Optimist.
The calendar then comes alive with a series of major events:
- Genova Sailing Week – Coppa Andrea Alberti (27th– 29th March)
- Trofeo Porto Carlo Riva (11th– 12thApril)
- The Gentleman Challenge (17th– 19thApril)
- Regate di Primavera Portofino (30thApril – 3rdMay)
- Regata della Gallinara – Trofeo della Cappelletta (16th– 17thMay)
- Trofeo SIAD Bombola d’Oro – Coppa Roberto Sestini (22nd– 24thMay)
- From 12thto 20thJune, the Loro Piana Giraglia will take place, involving the IRC and ORC fleets in a week of racing between Saint-Tropez and Genoa.
- From 4thto 5thJuly, the J/70 Members Cup – summer will be held; this year it will be contested aboard the Club’s J/70s in the waters of Portofino.
- On 12thSeptember, the Millevele takes place, the nautical parade open to all that enlivens the Gulf of Genoa.
- On 10thand 11thOctober, the Lowrance Trophy – Fishing Tournament returns, and the season concludes with two events: the 62ndCoppa Poggi (24th– 25thOctober) and the J/70 Members Cup (7th– 8thNovember).ents : la 62eCoppa Poggi (24-25 octobre) et la J/70 Members Cup (7-8 novembre).
Royal Cork Yacht Club (RCYC)
Cork Week 2026
The Royal Cork Yacht Club is gearing up for a busy 2026 season, culminating in the Cork Week cruiser regattas, which will take place from 6th to 10th July. Since its inception in 1978, Cork Week has been a must-see event on the Irish regatta calendar. Much more than just a regatta, it is a showcase for Irish sailing, attracting sailors from around the world to the world’s oldest yacht club for a week of high-level competition.
This year’s edition promises to be particularly exceptional, with three prestigious championships in particular:
- The ICRA National Championships
- The Etchells International European Championships
- The Beaufort Cup
From high-intensity championship fleets to Coastal and Non-Spinnaker classes, Cork Week is designed to offer top-level competition for all sailors, with the opportunity this year to compete for IRC national titles as part of the ICRA National Championships. The Royal Cork Yacht Club will be the rallying point for all competitors throughout the week, with entertainment and a festive atmosphere after the races, open to all. The races on the water promise to be competitive, and the atmosphere ashore will be just as lively. It is the perfect opportunity to catch up with friends, meet visiting crews and enjoy the legendary hospitality of the RCYC.
Yacht Club of Greece (YCG)
The Cyclades Cup, a superyacht regatta in the Aegean Sea
The Cyclades Cup returns for its 3rd edition from 10th to 13th June, 2026, in Antiparos. This prestigious invitation-only superyacht regatta takes place in the heart of the Aegean Sea. Organised in collaboration with the Yacht Club of Greece, the event brings together a carefully selected fleet of yachts over 30 metres in length.Created by owners for owners, the Cyclades Cup was born out of a desire to offer a different kind of experience: a regatta where competition blends seamlessly with sharing among crews and families, both on the water and ashore. The races take place in the waters surrounding Antiparos and the neighbouring Cyclades, in one of the most inspiring sailing areas of the Aegean Sea. What truly defines the Cyclades Cup is its continuity. Owners and crews return year after year, drawn not only by the sailing, but also by the shared rhythm, familiar faces, and the quiet assurance of belonging to a community that identifies with the event’s values. Over time, the regatta has become a ritual: far more than a sporting event, the Cyclades Cup offers an experience of refined yet relaxed yachting competition.
Société Nautique de Genève (SNG)
Bol d’Or du Léman
The Bol d’Or du Léman is the largest inland regatta in Europe and one of Switzerland’s most iconic sailing events. Organised by the Société Nautique de Genève, the race brings together hundreds of yachts and several thousand sailors on Lake Geneva each year. Over the decades, it has become a global benchmark in lake sailing. The SNG’s flagship event, supported by Arab Bank Switzerland as main partner and Tudor as official timekeeper, will take place on the first weekend of June, from Friday 5th to Sunday 7th June. As tradition dictates, entries open on 21st March, and full details can be found on the regatta’s website: www.boldorduleman.ch
International Optimist Team Race
The International Optimist Team Race is an international youth sailing competition organised by the Société Nautique de Genève (SNG), on Lake Geneva. Each year, the event brings together some of the world’s top Optimist teams in a spectacular team match racing format. Young sailors under the age of 15 compete in teams of four boats. Join us from 3rd to 6th September 2026 for an unforgettable sailing experience at the Société Nautique de Genève. The vibrant atmosphere and fierce competition promise truly memorable moments. Entries are now open via the Club’s website:
www.nautique.ch/optimist-team-race/
Republic of Singapore Yacht Club (RSYC)
The Republic of Singapore Yacht Club celebrates 200 years of history
The Republic of Singapore Yacht Club (RSYC) celebrated its 200th anniversary at a charity gala dinner held on Saturday 7th February 2026, in the club’s Nautica Ballroom, in the presence of the President of the Republic of Singapore, Tharman Shanmugaratnam. The event brought together more than 130 guests. Funds raised were donated to the President’s Challenge. Founded in 1826, the Republic of Singapore Yacht Club (RSYC) commemorated its rich heritage during an evening that reflected both tradition and its long-standing commitment to serving the nation. The event traced its journey, closely intertwined with Singapore’s maritime history. The gala also marked the launch of the RSYC’s bicentenary programme, which will run throughout 2026 and aims to energise member engagement through a series of sporting and social activities. It brought together distinguished figures who have shaped the club across generations. Looking ahead, the Republic of Singapore Yacht Club will continue to build on its heritage as a leading institution, honour its maritime history, and write its next chapter for the centuries to come through landmark events and activities that make a meaningful contribution to national causes and to Singapore’s future. Today, the RSYC is a premier destination for sailing enthusiasts, offering a full range of marina facilities, berthing services, hospitality amenities and community-focused programmes. Its ideally located marina provides convenient access to Singapore’s Southern Islands, while its clubhouse features dining, leisure and recreational spaces for members, their guests and partners. True to its values of camaraderie, sportsmanship and a passion for the sea, the RSYC preserves its legacy while evolving to meet the needs of a modern and dynamic yachting community.
Iate Clube de Santos (ICS)
Socio-environmental responsibility
The sea has always been far more than simply a setting for sport and leisure at the Iate Clube de Santos. It is its essence, its responsibility and its commitment. From the sea to the mangroves, throughout 2025 the ICS strengthened its socio-environmental responsibility through ongoing initiatives focused on conservation, environmental education and community engagement, thereby reaffirming a mission that is an integral part of its identity: caring for the ecosystems that connect people, the sea and the city. In recognition of this ongoing work, the Iate Clube de Santos has, for the fourth time, secured the renewal of the Blue Flag certification, an international accolade attesting to excellence in environmental management, safety and water quality. Through management focused on socio-environmental responsibility, numerous initiatives have been implemented to preserve wildlife and plant life within its facilities and in the surrounding areas. These include clean-up actions along the Santo Amaro River; measures to protect coastal conservation areas and environments essential to marine biodiversity; mangrove clean-up and preservation initiatives carried out in partnership with Sea Shepherd Conservation Society; the rescue of more than 197 animals (birds, mammals, reptiles and marine species) as part of the Projeto Maré Mangue; as well as the rehabilitation and release of sea turtles, supported by the Iate Clube de Santos through the Projeto Gremar. All these initiatives are carried out or supported by the Iate Club de Santos.
“The socio-environmental responsibility of the Iate Clube de Santos is intrinsically linked to the nautical culture that the ICS has preserved for decades, where tradition, respect for the sea and an awareness of the responsible use of natural resources converge to promote sustainable navigation and environmental preservation as an enduring duty to present and future generations,” states Commodore Berardino Antonio Fanganiello. Beyond isolated actions or certifications, the Iate Clube de Santos regards sustainability as a permanent commitment. Every clean-up operation, every partnership and every preservation initiative reinforces a single objective: to ensure that the sea, coastal areas, marine ecosystems, mangroves and all forms of life that depend on them continue to serve as sources of balance, sport and inspiration for generations to come. (With the contribution of Beatriz Lima.)
