Rig and Sailing Design Lead, Mickey Ickert discusses how the protocol has created new challenges and opportunities in the world of AC sail design. (CC Available)

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Sails rise, hearts race, and dreams chase the horizon at the 50th Edition of the Rolex Fastnet Race. Undoubtedly among the crown jewels of offshore sailing, the Rolex Fastnet Race hits a monumental 50th edition this month. It's a time to honour the race's rich heritage and its transformative infl...

As RORC gear up for the 50th edition of the Rolex Fastnet Race, they find ourselves on the precipice of what promises to be an exhilarating journey of skill, strategy, and endurance. The forecast indicates brisk conditions at the start that could favor the larger yachts, with winds projected to r...

It was blowing a 'hooley' for the start on Saturday 22 July and the 50th Rolex Fastnet Race. The Solent shoreline was packed deep with spectators braving the conditions to witness the greatest assortment of offshore yacht racing hardware ever assembled. The special 50th edition of the Royal Ocean...

The Fastnet Race conjures up many emotions for all ages and is regarded as one of the most iconic offshore races. For the professionals, it is one to win, whilst the intrepid amateurs, it is one for the bucket list! So sit back and enjoy the boats meeting the 'classic' Fastnet weather - wet and v...

The Royal Yacht Squadron, Cowes and the Solent laid on a World Championship worthy of the leading owner-driver one design class, the RC44. Over four days, the nine teams enjoyed top of the range conditions, plus the usual complexities of British tides and fast moving weather systems. Despite thes...