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As storms hit much of the country a consistent 12 knot south westerly with sunshine was forecast for Kent. The reality differed, with 30 degree swings and shifts, and all strengths from flat patches to B rig conditions.

The winner in real time, in 2 days and 12 hours of the Rolex Fastnet Race at the end of July, the maxi Black Jack will compete in the first edition of the Cannes-Malta Race from 8 to 15 October, a new offshore race co-organised by the Yacht Club de Cannes

With the spectacle of many of the fleets finishing in the sunshine, downwind under spinnaker, this year’s Cowes Week concluded in style.

The fleet started off another RYS start line providing the spectators with great viewing. Another competitive start saw a general recall, on the restart there had been a little shift to the left and Swallow and Mollymawk port tacking the fleet.

The boats are in, the wetsuits are hanging up and the bar is open – that’s a wrap on the Noble Marine RS200 Nationals at SCYC. Congratulations to Tommy and Charlie Darling – 2025 RS200 National Champions!

Irish offshore sailor Tom Dolan has taken second place in the Fig’Armor, his final warm-up race before defending his historic title in the 2025 Solitaire du Figaro, which begins on September 7.

The impasse over the Protocol for the 38th America’s Cup is expected to be resolved, one way or the other, next week, with a meeting of the parties in Auckland.

So, after three full on days of racing and with eight races completed, Oliver Davenport was crowned Noble Marine Solo National Champion, his feat of winning every race setting a new record in the Solo class.

The 2025 29er World Championship in Porto ended in high suspense — but no further racing. The results from yesterday held firm after light winds kept the fleet ashore until the final possible start time at 4:00 p.m.

The morning after the night before and the dinghy park at The Royal North of Ireland Yacht Club was eerily quiet, following the spectacular Gala Dinner that competitors, guests and sponsors were treated to.