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

America’s Cup – ETNZ back up to speed with their AC75 build

Emirates Team New Zealand are quickly moving back up to speed with the build of their second AC75 in Auckland . . . Video here

American Magic head to New Zealand

American Magic, the New York Yacht Club’s challenger team for the America’s Cup has shipped their AC75 to New Zealand

Professional sailing – A reality or a House of Cards

The recent shutdown of the Big-Boat regatta scene and the postponement of the Olympic Games by the coronavirus pandemic has highlighted the fragility of professional sailing

Iain Murray is Regatta Director for the 36th America’s Cup

Iain Murray appointed independent Regatta Director for the 36th America’s Cup presented by Prada

ETNZ are Back to Business under new level 3 Covid-19 rules

As New Zealand start the long road back from their strict COVID-19 lockdown, Emirates Team New Zealand resumed on water development and testing

America’s Cup – Luna Rossa switch to electric winches

Luna Rossa skipper Max Sirena confirmed that during the Italian Coronavirus lock down Luna Rossa carried out test sailing in Cagliari with a reduced crew of only five sailors, in compliance with health regulations

America’s Cup technology in fight against Covid-19

America’s Cup team, Emirates Team New Zealand calls on automated warehouse techknowlogy so the team can safely return to work

New Zealand to Continue Sailing Ban under Level 3

Yachting New Zealand expect sailing to continue to be banned under coronavirus level 3 restriction in New Zealand when it comes into place on Tuesday, 28 April

America’s Cup – Britannia is back from Cagliari and ready to sail

Good news, or any news from the 36th America’s Cup organisation is always welcome, and today they have gone into overdrive

Full steam ahead for INEOS Team UK second AC75

Boat builder Jason Carrington and his team are nearing completion of the INEOS Team UKs second America’s Cup AC75