The Tour Voile 2025 ready to set off from Larmor-Plage under the sign of transmission
On the eve of the start of the 46th edition of the Tour Voile, the atmosphere is building in Larmor-Plage, where the 8 crews are finalizing the last adjustments to their Figaro Beneteau 3s before the start on Friday June 27. Directed by Yann Chateau, this edition promises to be committed and instructive, faithful to the spirit of transmission, diversity and inclusion. Among the young talents on board are 16-year-old Noah Guichoux, a disabled sailor, and Ethan Villain, a future Mini Transat contender. More than a race, a real springboard to ocean racing. 16 days of intense regattas between Royan, Pornichet and Port-la-Forêt await the 67 âeuro sailors, including 16 âeuro women, aged 16 to 62, from France, Belgium and Switzerland, who will compete on a demanding course. Defending champion Arthur Meurisse, supported by a close-knit team, is challenging for his title. The Tour is also about passing on the baton, with young talents and iconic figures such as Quentin Vlamynck and Mady Fobert taking part for the 30th time. A human race as much as a sporting one.
IBSA Regatta 2025: 3rd edition of a unique handi-handicapped regatta for young people, in Antibes
On September 26 and 27, 2025, the Baie de la Salis in Antibes will host the 3rd edition of the IBSA Regatta, the first international handi-valid regatta dedicated to young people aged 12 to 17 with disabilities. On Hansa 303, 40 duos, including several from abroad, will compete in a sporting, supportive and inspiring event. Initiated by IBSA Pharma and Handivoile Développement France, this event is experiencing remarkable growth, offering these young sailors unprecedented access to competition and sailing, under the patronage of navigator Nathan Mesiano.
SailGP unveils ambitious schedule for 2026 season, with much-anticipated return to Auckland
On Thursday June 26, SailGP confirmed the key dates and stages of its 2026 season, which will run from January to November. The program includes 12 events in a regionalized format, starting in Perth (January 17-18) and ending with the grand finale in Abu Dhabi (November 28-29). Highlights include a return to Auckland, a debut in Brazil and the presence of flagship cities such as New York, Saint-Tropez and Sydney. A tighter, more sustainable schedule marks a new stage in the global expansion of the Rolex SailGP championship.
DP World becomes title partner of the Spain Sail Grand Prix 2025 in Cadiz
With 100 days to go, SailGP announces DP World as title partner of the Spain Sail Grand Prix 2025, scheduled for October 4 and 5 in the Bay of Cadiz. This Andalusian event, the penultimate stage of the season, promises two days of intense spectacle with the 12 national F50 teams. On the strength of two consecutive victories, the Spanish team will be making its comeback on home soil, topping the overall standings. Nearly 100,000 spectators are expected to thrill from a new panoramic grandstand in the heart of Race Stadium.
Les Sables âeuros Horta âeuros Les Sables 2025: a record start this Saturday at noon
The 10th edition of the Les Sables âeuros Horta âeuros Les Sables race gets underway this Saturday, June 28 at 12:00 pm, with a record number of participants: 27 Class40 duos taking part in this two-stage Atlantic crossing âeuros a double-handed outward journey to the Azores, followed by a single-handed return. The declared favorites, Delahaye/Leboucher (Legallais) and Pirouelle/Loison (Seafrigo-Sogestran), will have to contend with a homogeneous fleet, marked by youth, internationalization and fine projects. Spectacle guaranteed from the Vendée Globe pontoon from 9:30 am.
French team in work mode in Lucerne for second World Cup stage
From June 27 to 29, Les Bleus take part in the Lucerne World Cup, a legendary event on Lake Rotsee. With seven boats entered, this regatta marks a new phase in the construction of the French top level, under the impetus of the new technical management team. Between tests in the women's point, adjustments in the coxless four and preparation for the Shanghai Worlds, the challenge is clear: to lay the foundations for a structured and ambitious season. First strokes of the oars on Friday morning.
Puerto Sherry to host finish of first leg of Clipper Race 2025-26
The Clipper Round the World Yacht Race will call at Puerto Sherry (El Puerto de Santa María) in September 2025, marking the arrival of the first leg of this legendary round-the-world race. After 1,200 miles of sailing from Portsmouth, the ten amateur crews will discover the Andalusian coast, supported by a modernized marina and strong local support. Over 200 international sailors and hundreds of visitors are expected to celebrate this colorful stopover, with local festivities, boat tours and maritime entertainment.
Foiling Week 2025 gets off to a flying start in Malcesine with record attendance
The 12th edition of Foiling Week got off to a flying start in Malcesine, with record numbers from the very first regattas: 131 WASZP entrants and 32 Switch One Design boats on the start line, the like of which has never been seen before. Spain's Pablo Astiazaran leads the WASZP class, while Britain's Finley Dickinson dominates the Switch fleet. What's next promises to be intense, with the launch of the ETF, BirdyFish Worlds and Moth fleet on June 26. On land, foiler trials, AC40 simulators, eco-responsible initiatives and an international congress will punctuate a week dedicated to innovation, sharing and regeneration.
Charlie Dalin set for 2025, Sam Goodchild and Loïs Berrehar at the helm of MACIF Santé Prévoyance
Forced to withdraw from the 2025 season for health reasons, Charlie Dalin entrusts the helm of the Imoca MACIF Santé Prévoyance to Sam Goodchild, accompanied by Loïs Berrehar. Together, the duo will compete in the major events of the year: the Course des Caps, the Défi Azimut and the Transat Café L'OR. Despite his absence from the water, Dalin remains committed to his team. This relay, anticipated and supported by MACIF, ensures the continuity of an ambitious project, which is being carried forward with determination towards the next milestones.
The Grandes Régates de l'Île Tudy-Loctudy return on August 9, 2025
After a 50-year absence, the Grandes Régates de l'Ãle Tudy-Loctudy will be reborn on Saturday August 9, 2025. Organized by the Cercle Nautique de Loctudy and the dedicated association, this historic event will bring together more than 100 âeuro drifters, doubles and âeuro catamarans on the emblematic course of the 1970s, between the mÃ'le de Loctudy and the tip of Ãle Tudy. Spectacle guaranteed for the 400 spectators expected, with giant screens, live commentary and a festive atmosphere on both banks of the Pont-l'Abbé river.
Ocean Fifty: an engaging and unprecedented Act 2 in Concarneau
The Ocean Fifty Class is in Concarneau this week for an extraordinary Act 2, dedicated to social and environmental commitment. With the support of Upwind by MerConcept, the Région Bretagne and the Ville de Concarneau, this stage marks a turning point: zero single-use plastic, mixed crews, carbon impact measurements, conferences on ecology and inclusion, and a village open to the general public. On the sporting front, the eight trimarans will battle it out until Sunday in tough conditions, with a favorite trio led by Erwan Le Roux, Thibaut Vauchel-Camus and Sébastien Rogues. An exemplary event that aims to redefine the model for major ocean regattas.
SailGP opens call for bids for two new teams in 2026
SailGP is continuing its global expansion, and is launching a call for investors to add two new teams to its championship from the 2026 season. This rigorous selection process is open to players from the sports, business and entertainment sectors, with the first applications closing in mid-August. Already boasting 12 teams, the circuit founded by Larry Ellison and Sir Russell Coutts aims to strengthen its international foothold. This initiative follows a number of recent acquisitions, including the Italian, Australian and French teams.
Alexis Loison and Corentin Horeau win the Tour de Bretagne à la Voile 2025
The duo of Alexis Loison and Corentin Horeau won the 15th edition of the Tour de Bretagne à la Voile this Sunday, crossing the finish line in Port Haliguen at 16:21 on Groupe Réel. After a week of perfectly controlled racing, the two accomplices concluded the event with a resounding victory in the final inshore leg. Already a three-time winner, Loison adds another line to his trophy cabinet, while Horeau takes the trophy for the first time. A grand finale for a solid, close-knit duo.
