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The Australian 18 Footers League’s 2026-27 season fleet will feature some of the best young sailing talent in Australia when the 18ft skiffs racing begins on Sydney Harbour next month.

What happens when a professional sailor swaps racing and finish lines for a week sailing as part of a flotilla?

The conditions are absolutely brutal onboard 11th Hour Racing on day four of The Ocean Race Atlantic, but Francesca, Alberto, Will, and Elodie have not taken their collective foot off the gas and have increased their lead at the front of the fleet.

The 15 boats competing were subject to a very well run championship by Shoreham SC and shared with the National 12s. The first day was quickly blown off with reports of 50 knot gusts on Worthing pier.

The Tasar Europeans have been enjoying a real mix of conditions at the very hospitable Hythe & Saltwood. With visitors from Holland and Germany, there is an international flavour to the fleet, plus all the top UK boats.

After two days of survival sailing, many in the fleet were expecting a gentler introduction to Day 3. Following a brief postponement, competitors launched from the picturesque Tenby harbour in shorts and T-shirts under blue skies and warm sunshine.

The day started at a leisurely pace with only a very slight hint of wind and a strong pull to the local coffee shop for most.

Undoubtedly the most beautiful destination on the 2026 World Tour for Finns Grand Slam, Leg 6: Grand Slam Silvaplana runs from 3-6 September. 54 Finn sailors from eight nations are taking part.

With the 2026 Season entering its decisive final stages, the window of opportunity is narrowing as the Brits look to rediscover the form that took them to the title last season.

Los Gallos top the table after a dominant opening day in Valencia – wowing the home crowd with consecutive race wins. Red Bull Italy showed some of their best form in recent events, closing the day just one point behind the Bonds Flying Roos in Group A.