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GMT Composites To Sponsor 2022 Newport Race
The organising committee of the Newport Bermuda Race has named GMT Composites an Official Race Supporter of the 2022 Newport Bermuda Race. A spokesperson said, “GMT is a sponsor of the 2021 series of Race-Prep Webinars and, located in Bristol, RI, is readily available to provide technical support as racers prepare their boats. “We have a proud... Read more of this article
Video: Denmark’s SailGP Team Hits The Water
The first of the SailGP teams hit the water today [April 1] with the team from Denmark becoming the first of the eight nation fleet to start practicing in Bermuda’s waters for the event, which is set to be held later this month. Due to the pandemic, the teams are operating “in a closed bubble,” with athletes and staff wearing PPE,... Read more of this article
Video: SailGP To Launch Documentary Series
SailGP has produced a 4-part documentary entitled “SailGP: Racing On The Edge” which will be launched at the start of next month. The SailGP website said, “SailGP Season 2 is just around the corner and excitement levels are already at an all-time high – but we’ve got something else to further whet your appetite, with the brilliant... Read more of this article
Not Seeking Exemption For On-Shore Spectators
Citing the “recent government regulations,” SailGP is making adjustments to the event next month, including “not proceeding with a planned exemption request for on-shore spectators at Cross Island.” A spokesperson said, “The latest Covid-19 updates and resulting restrictions for Bermuda indicate adjustments will need to... Read more of this article
Endeavour And SailGP Inspire Virtual Fundraiser
Endeavour and SailGP Inspire are partnering to “create exciting legacy opportunities for Bermuda’s youth who have engaged in Endeavour’s programmes.” A spokesperson said, “Endeavour, a Bermuda-registered charity and nonprofit that has engaged more than 4,500 young people across Bermuda in experiential learning through sailing is partnering... Read more of this article
Sailing: Denmark SailGP Team Unveiled
Danish helm Nicolai Sehested announced the team who will represent Denmark to compete in the second season of SailGP, which will take part in multiple nations, including one event in Bermuda in April 2021. The SailGP website said, “At a press conference this morning, Danish helm Nicolai Sehested revealed an all-star crew consisting of Olympic medallists,... Read more of this article
Sailing: BODA Winter Series Trials Standings
The Bermuda Optimist Dinghy Association [BODA] is currently running two trial events. Young sailors are competing for spots in the 2021 World/Euro Qualifiers and the 2021 Optimist North American Championships. After 12 races in the 2021 Optimist North American Championship Qualifier Fleet, Jordan Vieira is the current leader with 25 net points, with... Read more of this article
Endeavour Holds Women On The Water Clinic
In celebration of International Women’s Day, Endeavour held its third annual Women On The Water Clinic on Sunday [March 14]. A spokesperson said, “Endeavour is a registered charity and nonprofit that engages Bermuda’s youth in experiential learning through sailing that builds their self-confidence and life skills. Endeavour has engaged over... Read more of this article
Sail GP: Princess Offers Jet & Stay Package
Hamilton Princess is offering private jet packages for the SailGP event — which will take place in April — providing the opportunity to “travel to Bermuda in style via private jet from Westchester, NY to Hamilton Princess & Beach Club, hosts of the SailGP Grand Prix, for a four night stay,” with the cost starting at $6000... Read more of this article
Sailing: Bermuda Optimist Winter Series Results
Bermuda Optimist Dinghy Association [BODA] sailors took to the waters of the Great Sound to resume their Winter Trials. During the four latest races, PJ Rodrigues won two of the races, with Kipling Rossouw, and Ethan Thompson winning the other races. Jordan Vieira finished second twice, with Thompson, and Miguel Power both finishing second in other... Read more of this article
SailGP Launches Ticket Sales For April Event
SailGP launched the ticket sales for Season 2 opener, Bermuda Sail Grand Prix presented by Hamilton Princess A spokesperson said, “In just 40 days, sailing’s pinnacle league will make its much-anticipated return at the SailGP Season 2 opener, the Bermuda Sail Grand Prix presented by Hamilton Princess. With the on-water spectator program now... Read more of this article
RBYC Keelboat Racing Season Underway
The Royal Bermuda Yacht Club’s 2021 Keelboat Racing Season is now underway in the Great Sound. The first day of racing saw the sailors compete in shifty conditions for the J/105 and International One Design [IOD] classes, with 3 races in both classes. The J/105 Class was competing for the Indian Harbor Bowl, Trevor Boyce & M Jeff sailed Yabsta... Read more of this article
