49er and FX Fleets Sweden’s Vilma Bobeck & Ebba Berntsson mastered the conditions best, winning the first two races and finishing second in the last to jump into third and open a gap on those behind. Australia’s Laura Harding and Annie Wilmot continued their march up the leaderboard, hopping over Italy’s Sofia Giunchiglia & Giulia Schio, who could only finish nineteenth in the last race, but stayed second overall. As all others struggled, consistent excellence also rewarded France’s Erwan Fischer & Clément Péquin with the lead after they finished 3, 1, 2 in their three races to move ahead of Ireland’s Robert Dickson & Sean Waddilove. Erwan Fisdher & Clément Péquin (FRA) “We had three races in conditions between 16 and 18 knots, with quite a bit of chop. We’re really happy with how we sailed. Tomorrow, the final day of the qualifying rounds, the conditions will be very different again with a southwesterly wind, so we’ll have to adapt. The idea is to maintain a good mood, get good starts, and continue working on communication and the mental aspects. Winning a medal here is a goal. We love the Hyères sailing area; the wind is constantly changing, it’s really great. We’re determined to perform well here. The World Championships are in three weeks, the 49er fleet is strong, and the level of competition is exceptional. We know it won’t be easy to win a medal. But we have the opportunity, and we’re going to give it our all.” credits: Icarus and FFvoile

Get ready, French Olympic Week 2026 is just around the corner! 🇫🇷⛵ As the excitement builds, we’re taking a look back at some of the best moments from the 2025 event, intense racing, unforgettable finishes, and top-level competition on the water. Last year set the bar high, and 2026 is shaping up to be even bigger. With the World Championships in France right after, this regatta will be the perfect final test for athletes to fine-tune their performance and strategies before the big stage. Stay tuned for more action, and let the countdown begin! 🔥

After a week of racing in challenging offshore winds Saturday’s medal showdowns for the 10 Olympic class titles at the 55th Trofeo Princesa Sofía Mallorca by FERGUS Hotels look set to be blessed with perfect conditions. A moderate sea breeze is forecast to build early which, accompanied by warm Spring sunshine, should create a great arena as the regatta showcases the new formats which are expected to be used at the LA2028 Olympic regatta. As the last chances to qualify for Saturday’s Finals Series played out, Good Friday afternoon on the Bay of Palma offered the best racing conditions so far, hopefully a foretaste of what’s ahead. While the Kite and iQFOiL medals decider format are largely unchanged, it is still the top ten in each of the dinghy, skiff and multihull classes which go through to contest the Palma titles. But now there are scheduled to be two consecutive medal races with points from the Elimination Series carried forward. American pair Nevin Snow and Ian MacDiarmid lead the 49er fleet after a valuable recovery from an early start in second of the skiffs’ three races today. After having to return across the start line they battled to a 12th which they added to a race win and a fifth to lie just one point up on Germany’s Richard Shultheis and Fabian Rieger. Asked about the new Finals Series format Snow smiled, “I have not let myself get there, I didn’t want to think about the ten-boat race too early, so I need to go home and figure it out. I am feeling good about it. We are sailing well, we sailed well in training. We need to just stay in the zone and take it as it comes.” French duo Erwan Fischer and Clément Pequin, the 2024 world champions and last year’s Sofía class winner missed the cut, finishing 13th with a 9,9,12 today while the Netherlands’ triple world champion Bart Lambriex and Floris Van De Werken squeeze in in 9th thanks to a fourth in the last race. “These guys they will come on strong I’m sure.” Observed Snow, “I don’t think they have been training as much as they used to when they were winning world championships. When they are going for gold medals they will start ratcheting it up. But we are super happy, we have been training hard. We have good boat speed – like I am sure everyone says – and the conditions here have been super shifty. Our speed has improved in all conditions. We are focused on the right details and in terms of big goals to accomplish we are just ticking away at them.”

Credits: Trofeo Princesa Sofia After a week of racing in challenging offshore winds Saturday’s medal showdowns for the 10 Olympic class titles at the 55th Trofeo Princesa Sofía Mallorca by FERGUS Hotels look set to be blessed with perfect conditions. A moderate sea breeze is forecast to build early which, accompanied by warm Spring sunshine, should create a great arena as the regatta showcases the new formats which are expected to be used at the LA2028 Olympic regatta. As the last chances to qualify for Saturday’s Finals Series played out, Good Friday afternoon on the Bay of Palma offered the best racing conditions so far, hopefully a foretaste of what’s ahead. While the Kite and iQFOiL medals decider format are largely unchanged, it is still the top ten in each of the dinghy, skiff and multihull classes which go through to contest the Palma titles. But now there are scheduled to be two consecutive medal races with points from the Elimination Series carried forward.

Day in the Life with Erwan & Clément 🇫🇷⛵️ Ahead of the first World Cup of the season in Palma de Mallorca, we take you behind the scenes with the French 49er World Champs for a full day of training, competition, and a bit of fun along the way. The day kicks off with a relaxed breakfast at the hotel alongside the rest of the French 49er squad—fueling up before a big day ahead. But it’s not straight to the water just yet… first stop: the golf course ⛳️ A friendly (and slightly competitive) round with teammates and the coach sets the tone. After that, it’s time to switch gears. A quick sandwich at the boat park to recharge, then straight into prep mode, rigging, tuning, and getting everything dialed in. Out on the water, things get serious. Intense training sessions focused on testing new equipment and sharpening boat handling skills as they prepare for the upcoming racing. Back ashore, it’s time for a debrief, breaking down the session, fine-tuning details, and planning the next steps. But the day’s not over yet… a bit of paddel to unwind 🎾 followed by a well-earned dinner at an Indian restaurant to wrap it all up. From early fuel-ups to late-night laughs, this is what it takes behind the scenes. 🎥 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more inside access to life on the 49er circuit!

In this episode of the 49er Rigging Tutorials series, we show one way to rig the 49erFX mast.

In this episode of the 49er Rigging Tutorials series, we show how to correctly hoist the 49er main sail with the helm and crew.

Spend a full day in the life with Canadian Olympic 49erFX sisters Georgia Lewin-Lafrance and Antonia Lewin-Lafrance as they prepare in Palma de Mallorca ahead of the Trofeo Princesa Sofía. This episode brings you inside a more personal side of campaign life, balancing high-performance sailing with everyday routines, small rituals, the relationship between sisters, and moments of downtime. The day starts simply: breakfast at the house, a few laughs, and the kind of easygoing banter that keeps things light during a big training block. From there, it’s straight into getting work done, adding fresh sponsor stickers to their sails, making sure everything is dialed in both on and off the water. Before heading to the boat park, the sisters jump on their bikes to kickstart the day with a ride through Palma, easing into the rhythm of training. Once at the venue, it’s time to get to work. Rigging the 49erFX, fine-tuning setup, and going through the details that make the difference at the highest level. On the water, they link up with an American boat for an intense training session, pushing speed, coordination, and communication in world-class conditions. Back on shore, it’s all about wrapping up the day, derigging, packing down, and heading home. The evening winds down with dinner at the house, sharing a meal and recharging ahead of the next session. This is what the build-up really looks like: focused work, strong partnership, and the everyday moments in between. If you enjoyed this inside look at life on the Olympic sailing circuit, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and follow along.

In this episode of the 49er Rigging Tutorials series, we show one way to rig the mainsheet and split tail on a 49er. This tutorial walks through a correct and functional setup, including how to run the mainsheet through the system and attach the split tail properly.

In this episode of the 49er Rigging Tutorials series, we go through the setup of the kicker (vang) and cunningham on a 49er. This quick tutorial shows the correct way to set up both control systems so they are ready to use on the water.

In this episode of the 49er Rigging Tutorials series, we show how to rig the spinnaker and spinnaker sheets on a 49er. This quick guide walks through the simple steps to correctly attach the spinnaker and run the sheets so everything is ready before launching. This tutorial focuses only on the basic rigging process, helping you make sure the sail and sheets are set up correctly and free of twists to avoid problems on the water. Tuning Guide: https://49er.org/class-info-2/tuning/

In this episode of our ongoing sailor vlog series, we spend time with Vilma Bobeck and Ebba Berntsson from Sweden in the days leading up to the 2026 49erFX World Championships in Cagliari, Italy. Rather than a full “day in the life,” this video follows the pair during a key training block just before the championship began — capturing how a brand-new partnership builds rhythm, communication, and confidence on and off the water. Vilma came into this season fresh from an impressive campaign in Paris, where she won Olympic silver alongside Rebecca Netzler. Now teaming up with the younger and less experienced Ebba, this new pairing had little time to gel before stepping onto the world stage together. Through focused training, open communication, and strong leadership from Vilma as helm, the duo quickly found their dynamic. Their preparation paid off. Competing against a deep and highly competitive 49erFX fleet, Vilma and Ebba went on to claim the silver medal at the 2026 World Championships in Cagliari, securing the title of Vice World Champions in their very first major championship together. In this vlog, you’ll see snippets of their on-water training, their teamwork in the boat park, and hear a few words from both sailors as they reflect on their partnership, the learning curve, and what it takes to perform at the top level in the 49erFX. A raw and honest look at elite sailing, new-team dynamics, and what it takes to compete with the best in the world. If you enjoy behind-the-scenes sailing content, make sure to like, subscribe, and follow along as we continue this series with more athletes across the 49er and 49erFX fleet.

Spend a full day in the life with 🇧🇪 Olympic sailors Isaura Maenhaut & Anouk Geurts, competing in the 49erFX for Belgium and preparing to take on the world’s best. This video was filmed one day before the start of the 2025 World Championships in Cagliari, Italy, offering a rare behind-the-scenes look at how European Champions and multiple-time podium finishers prepare on the eve of a major championship. From the moment the day begins, it’s all about focus, detail, and balance. The morning starts with breakfast and honest conversations about managing injury so close to a key event, followed by meal prep and fridge stocking to make sure fueling is dialed in for the days ahead. Before heading out, Isaura and Anouk go through a mental and cognitive warm-up to activate focus and decision-making, along with a quick stretch to prepare their bodies for a long day on the water. Next stop: the boat park. You’ll see the rigging of the 49erFX, getting suited up and final checks before launching. On the water, the team trains at full intensity, using drones and VHF communication to fine-tune performance, speed, and coordination ahead of the championship. After sailing, recovery becomes the priority. The afternoon includes massage and physiotherapy to manage load and stay healthy through a demanding regatta. The day wraps up with making dinner, a detailed briefing with the coach, and reflecting on the session—followed by a well-earned gelato in Cagliari. This is what elite sailing looks like behind the scenes: preparation, resilience, teamwork, and trust in the process. If you enjoyed this inside look at high-performance sailing, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and follow along.

It all came down to today — and what a finale it was! 🇬🇧 In Nacra 17, John Gimson & Anna Burnet edged out home hopes Ugolini & Giubilei in a tactical duel to claim the world title. 49er.org 🇪🇸 In 49er, Spain’s Diego Botín & Florian Trittel finally clinched their first World Championship in dominant style, overcoming tough challenges from the Dutch and Danish crews. 49er.org 🇪🇸 In 49erFX, Spain also took gold — Paula Barceló & María Cantero pulled off a bold port-cross in the final race to secure their first title. 🇸🇪 Vilma Bobeck & Ebba Berntsson claimed silver; Canada’s Lewin-LaFrance sisters took bronze. 49er.org A dramatic finish across all classes — speed, strategy, and ultimate glory in Cagliari. 🏆 🎥 Credits: AALVAA MEDIA 📍 Location: Bay of Cagliari, Italy 🗓 Event: 2025 49er, 49erFX & Nacra 17 World Championships

LIVE – Day 6 | 2025 49er, 49erFX & Nacra 17 World Championships – Cagliari, Italy 🇮🇹 It’s the final day in Cagliari — and the World Titles are on the line! 🌊 The top 10 teams in each class battle it out for glory in the Medal Series, where every move could decide the podium. ⛵ Nacra 17: 🇮🇹 Ugolini & Giubilei fight to keep gold at home as 🇬🇧 Gimson & Burnet close in. ⛵ 49er: 🇪🇸 Botín & Trittel aim to seal their World title against fierce pressure from 🇩🇰 Warrer & Sletten and 🇳🇱 Lambriex & van de Werken. ⛵ 49erFX: 🇸🇪 Bobeck & Berntsson lead, but 🇪🇸 Barceló & Cantero and 🇧🇷 Grael & Kunze are still in the fight for silver and bronze. Join us LIVE from the Bay of Cagliari for the grand finale — foiling, flying, and the crowning of the 2025 World Champions! 🥇🔥

With rolling swell and building breeze in Cagliari, the veterans showed their experience as the Worlds entered the final day of fleet racing! 🌊 🇮🇹 Nacra 17: Home heroes Ugolini & Giubilei hold the lead by just a single point ahead of Gimson & Burnet (GBR) — with seven teams still in medal contention. 🇪🇸 49er: Olympic Champions Botín & Trittel remain in control, chased by Danish legends Warrer & Sletten and the Dutch trio-time World Champions Lambriex & van de Werken. 🇸🇪 49erFX: Bobeck & Berntsson lock in a medal ahead of Sunday’s finale, while Barceló & Cantero (ESP) and Grael & Kunze (BRA) climb the ranks. The stage is set for a thrilling Medal Series showdown in Cagliari! 🏆🔥

LIVE – Day 5 | 2025 49er, 49erFX & Nacra 17 World Championships – Cagliari, Italy 🇮🇹 The action just got real. After an electrifying Day 4, we’ve seen SailGP stars make waves and the leaderboard shaken up across the fleets. ⛵ 49er Men: Spain’s reigning SailGP champs Diego Botín & Florian Trittel surged to the top — echoing a “Max Verstappen-style” takeover with commanding performances. ⚖️ The 49erFX and Nacra 17 fleets also kept the pressure high: Sweden leads FX, while tensions rise in Nacra as the leaderboard tightens. Don’t miss the live racing, battles on every tack, and the push for world titles on Day 5 in Cagliari. 🔥

Day 4 saw bold moves, surprise shakes, and pure racing brilliance: 🇪🇸 Botín & Trittel made a statement: returning to the 49er circuit after SailGP dominance, they jumped to the top with a commanding day on the water — “a Max Verstappen move” in sailboat form. 🇸🇪 In 49erFX, Bobeck & Berntsson held steady, winning two races and extending their lead over Canada’s Lewin-LaFrance sisters. ⛵️ Over in Nacra 17, Italy’s Ugolini & Giubilei kept up the fight, but the leaderboard remains compressed, with just 17 points separating the top seven teams. Swipe through thrilling foils, tight mark roundings, and race-winning tactics — this is Day 4 encapsulated. 🔥 🎥 Credits: AALVAA MEDIA 📍 Location: Bay of Cagliari, Italy 🗓 Event: 2025 49er, 49erFX & Nacra 17 World Championships

LIVE – Day 4 | 2025 49er, 49erFX & Nacra 17 World Championships – Cagliari, Italy 🇮🇹 The battle for the World Championship titles heats up in Cagliari! 🌊 With the fleets now split into Gold, Silver, and Bronze, every race counts as the world’s best skiff and foiling catamaran sailors fight for position heading into the final days. 👉 Watch LIVE racing from the Bay of Cagliari