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Canadian Sailing's Pantheon Expands: A Class of 2026 That Echoes Through Time

From Olympic glory to groundbreaking photography and pioneering voyages, the Canadian Sailing Hall of Fame welcomes a diverse and distinguished cohort.

3h ago

Canadian Sailing's Pantheon Expands: A Class of 2026 That Echoes Through History

From Paralympic glory to Olympic grit, and the visionaries who shaped the sport, Canada's Hall of Fame welcomes a truly distinguished cohort.

14h ago

Hyères Unleashed: Olympic Hopefuls Tested by Southern Squalls

Day three of the Semaine Olympique Française delivered a brutal reality check, as the Mediterranean's placid facade gave way to proper breeze and driving rain, reshuffling the leaderboard and exposing the mettle of the Olympic hopefuls.

1d ago

Hyères Unleashed: Olympic Hopefuls Face Down the Mistral's Fury

Day three of the Semaine Olympique Française delivered a brutal test of skill and resilience as the Mediterranean's notorious winds transformed the placid bay into a battleground.

1d ago

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Hyères Delivers a Mediterranean Masterpiece on Day Two of Olympic Week

After champagne conditions, Tuesday's racing at the French Olympic Week served up a tactical vintage, challenging the world's best in a classic Hyères blend.

2d ago

Hyères Heats Up: Gold Fleet Decided as Olympic Hopefuls Sharpen Knives

The Semaine Olympique Française has drawn its preliminary battle lines, with the elite 49er and Nacra 17 crews now poised for a high-stakes Gold Fleet showdown.

2d ago

Hyères Heats Up: Olympic Hopefuls Carve Gold Fleet Paths

The Semaine Olympique Française delivers its first major cut, separating the contenders from the hopefuls as the 49er and Nacra 17 fleets solidify for championship racing.

2d ago

Hyères Delivers a Mediterranean Masterpiece: Olympic Hopefuls Grapple with Fickle Winds on Day Two

After a champagne opening, the French Olympic Week served up a classic Hyères blend of light, shifty breezes, testing the mettle and tactical acumen of the world's elite dinghy sailors.

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Hyères Heats Up: Gold Fleet Decided, Olympic Dreams Sharpening

The Semaine Olympique Française has narrowed the field, setting the stage for high-stakes foiling and tactical masterclasses in the 49er and Nacra 17 classes.

2d ago

LA28: The Long View from Hyères to Charleston

As the dust settles on the French Olympic Week and Charleston Race Week, the American sailing community begins to cast a discerning eye towards the 2028 Los Angeles Games, a mere blink in the grand scheme of Olympic campaigns.

2d ago

Hyères Ignites: Olympic Hopefuls Clash in Champagne Conditions

The 57th French Olympic Week kicks off with a bang, as 705 athletes from 59 nations vie for early season dominance in a crucial Olympic year.

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Hyères Ignites: Olympic Hopefuls Clash in Champagne Conditions

The 57th French Olympic Week kicks off with a bang, as 705 athletes from 59 nations vie for early season dominance on the Côte d'Azur.

3d ago

Hyères Ignites: Olympic Hopefuls Clash on Day One of French Olympic Week

The Côte d'Azur delivered Champagne sailing as 705 athletes from 59 nations launched into six days of intense competition at the 57th Semaine Olympique Française.

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Charting the Future: US Sailing's Youth National Team, A Critical Pipeline for Olympic Glory

As the 2026 roster is unveiled, the Youth National Team solidifies its role as the bedrock for America's next generation of sailing champions, from Optimists to the Olympic podium.

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The Future is Now: US Sailing's Youth National Team Charts a Course for Olympic Glory

America's next generation of sailing talent is taking shape, with the 2026 Youth National Team poised to redefine the nation's presence on the global stage.

6d ago3

Hyères Beckons: Olympic Dreams Ignite on the Côte d'Azur

The venerable French Olympic Week, a crucial proving ground for Paris 2024 hopefuls, is poised to unleash a torrent of world-class talent upon the Mediterranean.

6d ago

The Future is Now: US Sailing's Youth National Team Charts a Course for Olympic Glory

America's next generation of sailing talent is taking shape, with the 2026 Youth National Team poised to redefine the nation's presence on the global stage.

6d ago2

Charting the Future: US Sailing's Youth National Team, A Critical Pathway to Olympic Glory

The 2026 roster signals a deepening commitment to nurturing American sailing talent, from junior dinghies to the grandest stages.

Apr 171

Next Generation on the Horizon: US Sailing's Youth National Team Charting a Course for Olympic Glory

US Sailing unveils its 2026 Youth National Team, signaling a renewed commitment to cultivating America's future sailing champions.

Apr 17

Next Generation Ascendant: US Sailing's Youth National Team Charts a Course for Olympic Glory

The 2026 roster signals a deepening commitment to developing America's future sailing champions, from Optimist to Olympic podium.

Apr 172

Hyères Beckons: Olympic Hopefuls Converge on the Côte d'Azur for Grand Slam Showdown

The 57th Semaine Olympique Française hosts the second leg of the 2026 Sailing Grand Slam, promising high-stakes competition across all ten Olympic classes.

Apr 163

Hyères Beckons: Olympic Hopefuls Converge on French Riviera for Grand Slam Showdown

The 57th Semaine Olympique Française hosts the second leg of the 2026 Sailing Grand Slam, promising high-stakes action and crucial Olympic qualification insights.

Apr 163

Olympic Sailing's Existential Crisis: Another Band-Aid for a Bullet Wound?

World Sailing's latest medal race 'tweak' highlights a deeper struggle to keep the sport relevant for the IOC and a broader audience.

Apr 161

Olympic Sailing's Existential Crisis: Another Band-Aid on a Bullet Wound?

World Sailing's latest medal race modification, a desperate plea to the IOC, highlights the sport's ongoing struggle for mainstream relevance.

Apr 16

Hyères Beckons: Olympic Hopefuls Converge on the Côte d'Azur for Grand Slam Showdown

The second act of the 2026 Sailing Grand Slam unfolds in Hyères, France, promising high-stakes Olympic class racing and a crucial test for aspiring medalists.

Apr 162

Long Beach Lays Down the Gauntlet: iQFOiL North Americans Head to LA28 Olympic Battleground

The Alamitos Bay Yacht Club will host the 2026 iQFOiL North American Championship, offering a crucial preview of the conditions awaiting Olympic hopefuls in the lead-up to the Los Angeles 2028 Games.

Apr 132

America One Racing: Forging a New Path to the Podium

The private powerhouse pivots to hands-on development, aiming to reshape the landscape of American Olympic and Grand Prix sailing.

Apr 131

America One Racing: Charting a New Course for US Olympic Glory

The private powerhouse, America One Racing, details a promising Q1 2026, marking a significant shift in its strategy to cultivate a new generation of American sailing champions.

Apr 134

The Unsung Heroes of the Dinghy Park: Vaikobi's Gear Bags Take on the Brine

In the relentless world of competitive sailing, where every piece of equipment is pushed to its limits, even the humble gear bag demands a closer look.

Apr 87

Beyond the Bunk: Vaikobi's New Gear Bags Tackle the Rigors of the Sailing Life

From the foredeck to the airport, Vaikobi's latest line of bags promises to withstand the relentless demands of competitive and adventurous sailors.

Apr 82

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Olympic Sailing

Canadian Sailing's Pantheon Expands: A Class of 2026 That Echoes Through Time

Canadian Sailing's Pantheon Expands: A Class of 2026 That Echoes Through History

Hyères Unleashed: Olympic Hopefuls Tested by Southern Squalls

Hyères Unleashed: Olympic Hopefuls Face Down the Mistral's Fury

Latest Stories

Hyères Delivers a Mediterranean Masterpiece on Day Two of Olympic Week

Hyères Heats Up: Gold Fleet Decided as Olympic Hopefuls Sharpen Knives

Hyères Heats Up: Olympic Hopefuls Carve Gold Fleet Paths

Hyères Delivers a Mediterranean Masterpiece: Olympic Hopefuls Grapple with Fickle Winds on Day Two

Hyères Heats Up: Gold Fleet Decided, Olympic Dreams Sharpening

LA28: The Long View from Hyères to Charleston

Hyères Ignites: Olympic Hopefuls Clash in Champagne Conditions

Hyères Ignites: Olympic Hopefuls Clash in Champagne Conditions

Hyères Ignites: Olympic Hopefuls Clash on Day One of French Olympic Week

Charting the Future: US Sailing's Youth National Team, A Critical Pipeline for Olympic Glory

The Future is Now: US Sailing's Youth National Team Charts a Course for Olympic Glory

Hyères Beckons: Olympic Dreams Ignite on the Côte d'Azur

The Future is Now: US Sailing's Youth National Team Charts a Course for Olympic Glory

Charting the Future: US Sailing's Youth National Team, A Critical Pathway to Olympic Glory

Next Generation on the Horizon: US Sailing's Youth National Team Charting a Course for Olympic Glory

Next Generation Ascendant: US Sailing's Youth National Team Charts a Course for Olympic Glory

Hyères Beckons: Olympic Hopefuls Converge on the Côte d'Azur for Grand Slam Showdown

Hyères Beckons: Olympic Hopefuls Converge on French Riviera for Grand Slam Showdown

Olympic Sailing's Existential Crisis: Another Band-Aid for a Bullet Wound?

Olympic Sailing's Existential Crisis: Another Band-Aid on a Bullet Wound?

Hyères Beckons: Olympic Hopefuls Converge on the Côte d'Azur for Grand Slam Showdown

Long Beach Lays Down the Gauntlet: iQFOiL North Americans Head to LA28 Olympic Battleground

America One Racing: Forging a New Path to the Podium

America One Racing: Charting a New Course for US Olympic Glory

The Unsung Heroes of the Dinghy Park: Vaikobi's Gear Bags Take on the Brine

Beyond the Bunk: Vaikobi's New Gear Bags Tackle the Rigors of the Sailing Life

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