RORC centenary history book unveiled
The Royal Ocean Racing Club concluded its 2025 centenary celebrations with the publication of a new book covering its history
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Flawless start for the 2026 RORC Transatlantic Race
The 12th edition of the RORC Transatlantic Race began in commanding fashion off Marina Lanzarote, as the fleet raced into the Atlantic in flawless conditions. Framed by the dramatic coastline of Lanzarote and a palpable sense of anticipation, the start marked the opening chapter of one of offshore sailing’s most revered ocean races
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Newcomer Raven favourite for RORC Transatlantic Race’s IMA Trophy
Leading away from Lanzarote after Sunday’s 1230 start of the RORC Transatlantic Race will be the maxi monohulls, jockeying for monohull line honours into the race’s new destination of Antigua
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PBXI and PBXII, one Course, two Yachts, a shared DNA
Palm Beach XI has completed the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, widely regarded as one of the pinnacles of ocean racing
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XR 41, IRC Version Hits the Water
The IRC-optimized XR 41 has officially been launched and completed its first rounds of testing
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Raven and Be Cool set to headline the 2026 RORC Transatlantic Race
The 2026 RORC Transatlantic Race, starting from Marina Lanzarote on 11 January, will showcase one of the most fascinating contrasts in modern offshore sailing
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The waiting game begins for defending champion Celestial V70
The final result was almost unprecedented, Haynes claiming his second Tattersall Cup (he had earlier won in 2022 on his TP52 Celestial) by a staggering corrected time margin of 9 hours, 44 minutes and 42 seconds, the second biggest margin in history
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Master Lock Comanche conquers chaos and carnage to win dramatic 80th Sydney Hobart
Master Lock Comanche has claimed a hard-fought and emotionally charged victory in the 80th edition of the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, prevailing after a race that swung wildly from dominance to dead calm, and from violent seas to a final-day showdown that felt more like a race within a race at the finish
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Palm Beach XI christened in Sydney: a legend reborn
After an extraordinary five-month sprint, Mark Richards and his team are nearing completion of a transformation few would attempt on a yacht of this pedigree
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Joint Statement from ORC and X-Yachts
ORC and X-Yachts are working closely together to address the technical questions raised regarding the XR41 and the current parameter limits within the ORC VPP. Both parties share a common goal: to ensure a fair, accurate, and scientifically robust rating system for 2026 and beyond
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