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Sailing News
Could J Class yacht racing be the most expensive hobby on earth?
The initial cost isn’t really that much . . . I am told by a J Class yacht owner as we stand at the harbour of Hamilton, Bermuda
COVID-19 restrictions could have ‘some impact’ on America’s Cup
Following critical comments by the British and American AC36 teams, the New Zealand Government admitted that Covid-19 travel restrictions could have some impact on next year’s America’s Cup
IOC President Thomas Bach accepts Games could be cancelled
In an interview for BBC Sport, IOC President Thomas Bach says he understands why the rescheduled Tokyo 2020 Games would have to be cancelled if it cannot take place next summer
Grant Simmer – Kiwis playing a competitive game!
INEOS Team UK chief executive Grant Simmer in conversation with veteran Australian yachting commentator Peter Shipway on his Cruising Yacht Club of Australia podcast
L30 charter boat problems cancel 2020 Offshore World Championship
World Sailing has cancelled the 2020 Offshore World Championship, due to be held alongside October’s Rolex Middle Sea Race in Valletta, Malta, as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic
Hamble Classics 2020 to open for entries in June
The 5th Hamble Classics Regatta is programmed for 21-23 August at the Royal Southern Yacht Club and after much consideration will open for entries in June
Coastguards called to nearly 200 incidents over the weekend
Coastguards were called to nearly 200 incidents over the weekend 16-17 May, to come to the aid of those who found themselves in difficulty in the sea or at the coast
Melges roll out their new double-handed asymmetric dinghy
Melges Performance Sailboats rolls out the latest addition to its lineup, the Melges 15 dinghy
Hayling Island SC returns to the water
Hayling Island SC opened its gates for the first time after six weeks of lockdown due to the coronavirus restrictions
Mirabaud Yacht Racing Image of the Century
With rare exceptions, 2020 will be a blank year for sailing, due to the global pandemic, there won’t be any regattas and yacht racing photographers struggle to do their job, it’s a sad reality
The best beaches on the Isle of Wight
The infamous, lavish international holidays, qoute by Matt Hancock may have upset the airline industry, but staycation destinations are looking forward to a boost
