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Newport Race Reviews 2026 Scoring Error
The Newport Bermuda Race Organizing Committee and US Sailing have completed a review of the F-TCF scoring error during the 2026 Newport Bermuda Race, identifying the causes and outlining corrective measures to prevent a recurrence. A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Race Organizing Committee [BROC] along with US Sailing has completed its review... Read more of this article
Sailor And Author John Rousmaniere Dies At 82
Noted sailor, author and historian John Pierce Rousmaniere — who took part in numerous events including nine Newport Bermuda Races — has died at the age of 82. His obituary on the Bermuda Race website states, “Over decades of sailing, he logged more than 40,000 miles offshore, including nine Newport Bermuda Races, two Fastnet Races,... Read more of this article
2026 Newport Bermuda Yacht Race Recap
The 2026 Newport Bermuda Race saw a “nearly record breaking line honors time, an increased community presence on both sides of the rhumb line, and an incredible amount of camaraderie and shared passion for offshore sailing.” A spokesperson said, “The race’s most prestigious prize, the St. David’s Lighthouse Trophy, went to Cal 40... Read more of this article
Video: Newport Race Prizegiving Ceremony
The Prize Giving Ceremony for the 2026 Newport Bermuda Race is being held this evening [June 27] at Government House. You can tune in to watch live below and view all of Bernews coverage of the Newport Bermuda Race by clicking here. Update: The live broadcast has concluded and the replay is below Related Stories Video: 2026 Newport Bermuda Race... Read more of this article
Yachts Continue Finishing Newport Race
Additional boats have crossed the finish line of the 2026 Newport Bermuda Yacht race, and dozens more are expected to finish this week. A spokesperson said, “Hamilton Harbour began to fill in Monday as the largest and fastest boats of the fleet finished the 2026 Newport Bermuda Race. Sunday afternoon and evening saw the arrival of Space Monkey,... Read more of this article
‘Black Jack 100′ Finishes Race In 1 Day, 11 Hours
The 635 nautical mile Newport Bermuda Race was completed at exceptional speed by Black Jack 100, which arrived first in Bermuda in 1 day, 11 hours, 26 minutes and 46 seconds. A spokesperson said, “Line Honors are secured! After an incredible offshore sprint, Black Jack 100 crossed the finish line off St. David’s in 1 day, 11 hours, 26 minutes,... Read more of this article
2026 Newport Bermuda Race Fleet Sets Sail
The 2026 Newport Bermuda Race got underway in Newport with nearly 150 boats — including the ‘Spirit of Bermuda’ – setting sail on the 635-nautical-mile race to Bermuda. A spokesperson said, “The 2026 Newport Bermuda Race is officially underway! A beautiful and somewhat blustery day in Newport set the scene for the beginning... Read more of this article
Video: 2026 Newport Bermuda Race Start
More than 150 boats are taking part in the 2026 Newport Bermuda Race, which gets underway today [June 19], with competitors embarking on the 636-mile journey from Newport, Rhode Island, to Bermuda. You can tune in and watch live below, and view all Bernews coverage of the Newport Bermuda Race by clicking here. Related Stories Video: Newport Race... Read more of this article
BTA Welcome Start Of Newport Bermuda Race
The Bermuda Tourism Authority is welcoming sailors and spectators alike as the historic 54th Newport Bermuda Race gets underway, celebrating 100 years of partnership between the Cruising Club of America and the Royal Bermuda Yacht Club. A spokesperson said, “As the maritime world turns its focus to Newport, Rhode Island, the Bermuda Tourism Authority... Read more of this article
McCurdy, Osmond & Teeters Earn Honours
The Bermuda Race Foundation announced Sheila McCurdy, Dr. John D. Osmond III, and James Teeters will be inducted into the Bermuda Race Roll of Honour, which recognizes and celebrates extraordinary achievement in or concerning the Newport Bermuda Race and its predecessor races, in the fall. A spokesperson said, “The Roll of Honour includes the... Read more of this article
John D. Osmond Memorial Prize Established
The Bermuda Race Foundation has established the John D. Osmond Memorial Prize in honour of longtime Newport Bermuda Race leader and offshore sailor Dr. John D. Osmond III. A spokesperson said, “Three prizes will be awarded for the Best performance by a first-time Bermuda Race Skipper [Person in Charge] for boats competing in each of the Corinthian... Read more of this article
Spirit Of Bermuda Returns To Newport Race
The ‘Spirit of Bermuda’ will take part in this year’s Newport to Bermuda race, with the 635-nautical mile race set to take place next month. A statement from the Newport Race organisers said, “A legendary race deserves a legendary boat. “In 2026, the Newport Bermuda Race will celebrate its 120th anniversary, along with... Read more of this article
