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The Irish Match Racing Association returned to Howth Yacht Club last weekend for an eagerly anticipated qualifying event. This fast-paced and highly tactical format continues to grow in popularity, testing the boat handling of these well practised teams.

The Clube Naval de Cascais hosted the final stage of J/70 class winter circuit, the 5th Cascais J/70 Winter Series – Easter Cup, from April 10 to 12, 2026.

As in previous years, two races were held on the Saturday and three races on the Sunday. However, for the first time, as a new innovation, the Miracle Junior National Championships were staged alongside the Miracle Northerns.

Salcombe welcomed 23 boats on Saturday 11th April with blue skies overhead and seriously windy conditions, with gusts punching well over 30 knots at times.

The Cock of the North series got underway at Scammonden Water with a strong turnout of 21 boats, all eager to kick off the season in style. While conditions proved challenging, spirits remained high both on and off the water.

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The Yacht Time Correction (YTC), powered by the Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC) Rating Office and supported by the RYA, continues to play a key role in increasing participation in club-level racing for cruising yachts and cruiser-racers across the UK.

After two years of steady progression, UpWind by MerConcept is entering a defining phase in 2026. At its helm, French skipper Anne-Claire Le Berre, 44, from Brittany, is preparing to take on her most ambitious challenge yet.

Grafham Water Sailing Club has been formally recognised as an RYA British Sailing Pathway Club, highlighting the club’s commitment to developing young sailors and supporting the future of the sport.

Ten intrepid juniors, from Christchurch Sailing Club (CSC), have signed up to do their very first offshore race with the Tall Ships Youth Trust (TSYT).