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Ideal conditions and flawless Maxi results at Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez

More perfect conditions and perfect Maxi scorelines were seen at Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez during the International Maxi Association’s 2024 Mediterranean Maxi Inshore Challenge. The leaders in all four classes

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Tension rises as British and Italians deadlock at 4-4 in Louis Vuitton Cup Final after fifth day

The Louis Vuitton Cup Final between INEOS Britannia and Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli is tied at 4-4 after a dramatic fifth day of racing in Barcelona. The teams are locked

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ORC World Championship 2024 Kicks Off with Fast Offshore Racing

The 2024 ORC World Championship kicked off with a fast offshore start from Newport Harbor. Three classes are competing in steady northeast winds, showcasing close racing in Class 0. This

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Barcelona positioned as the ‘Lighthouse to the World’ at America’s Cup Match Opening Ceremony

Barcelona is gearing up to host the America’s Cup Match Opening Ceremony on 10th October 2024, marking a spectacular event that will captivate audiences around the world. The city will

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Tied Scores in Exciting Louis Vuitton Cup Final

Heavyweights INEOS Britannia and Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli were all tied up in an intense Louis Vuitton Cup final, showcasing their skills in perfect conditions in Barcelona. The British team

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Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez Season Finale Sees Impressive 41-Boat Maxi Fleet

The International Maxi Association’s annual inshore series will be finalized this week at Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez, the last event in the 2024 IMA Mediterranean Maxi Inshore Challenge. This prestigious

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Maeder and Kampman Look to Maintain World Series Lead with Strong Performance

Cagliari is gearing up to host the Sardinia Grand Slam, the second stage of the Kitefoil World Series, from October 1st to 5th. The event will witness top international kiteboarding

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2024 Hansa European Championships at Royal Yacht Club Sneek, Netherlands

Hansa European Championships 2024 at Royal Yacht Club Sneek, Netherlands The prestigious Hansa European Championships 2024 were held from 14-21 September at the Royal Yacht Club in Sneek, Netherlands. Teams

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Korea hosts first-ever global sailing competition with Clipper Race in historic event

The Clipper Race is set to make history by bringing competitive round the world sailing to Korea for the first time ever. Tongyeong in South-East Korea has been announced as

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RS21 World Championship 2024 kicks off in L’Escala

RS21 World Championship 2024 Kicks Off in L’Escala The RS21 World Championship 2024 in L’Escala officially started on September 23rd at the regatta Village in Club Nàutic L’Escala. The opening

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