Strong Global Response Prompts Deadline Extension for Inaugural International Women’s Sailing Championship in Newport - Newport Buzz

Strong Global Response Prompts Deadline Extension for Inaugural International Women’s Sailing Championship in Newport - Newport Buzz

Newport Buzz Strong Global Response Prompts Deadline Extension for Inaugural International Women’s Sailing Championship in Newport More than two dozen teams from 11 countries have officially submitted requests to compete in the first-ever New York Yacht Club International Women’s Championship, prompting organizers to extend the request-for-invitation deadline to May 15. The regatta, set to take place September 12-19, 2026, at the Club’s historic…

Women share views on future of sailing

World-class women sailors from the world’s toughest races share their views on the future of sailing, gender equality, and balancing motherhood with a sports career. Story by Heather Prentice for Yachting Monthly. Six of the world’s most accomplished women sailors recently raced solo around the world on giant, 60ft foiling IMOCA monohulls in the Vendée Globe, hitting speeds of up to 40 knots, shattering records and stamping their mark on the spo…

Gender equality in sailing: Bold steps have been taken by some sailing organisations to foster inclusivity

World-class women sailors from the world’s toughest races share their views on the future of sailing, gender equality, and balancing motherhood with a sports career. Pip Hare. Photo: Amory Ross / 11th Hour Racing / The Ocean RaceSix of the world’s most accomplished women sailors recently raced solo around the world on giant, 60ft foiling IMOCA monohulls in the Vendée Globe, hitting speeds of up to 40 knots, shattering records and stamping their …