After 600 demanding miles around 11 Caribbean islands, and with no remaining competitor able to better her corrected time, Leopard 3’s performance under the IRC rule stands unbeaten. The result secures a second overall IRC victory for Leopard 3, repeating her success in 2024. Leopard 3 has a rich history of victories in the race, dating back to the first edition in 2009. The 2026 edition was Leopard’s ninth ‘600 campaign under project-manager Chris Sherlock. “It’s a surprise to win it,” said Joost Schuijff taking part in his fifth race, reflecting on Leopard 3’s overall IRC victory. “Black Jack was very strong, congratulations to them for line honours. There are other boats on IRC rating that would easily match us. So yes, it’s a surprise but I think it was due to our performance and lack of problems. It was the best 600 that we ever sailed here in Antigua.” Laura de Vere taking part her third race agreed. “It was super exciting. We are thrilled, over the moon.” For Schuijff, the difference this year was cohesion and preparation. “We have not been sitting still. We’ve been optimizing the boat. The team has been working on it for a very long time. Compared to previous races, where we would always have some issue with equipment, this time people didn’t make mistakes. We got to the finish without a critical issue. That was the best race we have done in that respect.” The upgrades were deliberate. “There are three things that are different compared to the last race: rudders, interceptor and sails. The sails are a new design with a very smooth surface and less drag, so more efficient. The rudders are remarkably different, and everything with the interceptor was calculated. We’ve been running a lot of data programs, and the result was that these three things would really help us and that’s what we did.” The battle with Black Jack was intense and tactical. “From Guadeloupe to Barbuda is always difficult for us because we didn’t bring a masthead zero, so there’s a gap in our sail plan,” Schuijff explained. “That’s when they ran away from us for six or seven miles, their strong point. But upwind we point higher and do very well in waves, so we caught up again. They were about 30 minutes ahead at the finish, line honours to Black Jack and we were surprised to win it on corrected time in the end.” De Vere described the emotional arc of that final stretch. “On the last watch, coming close to shore after a hard race, you suddenly feel how exciting it’s been. We knew we were finishing behind Black Jack, but to still have a chance for IRC Overall that gave us collective excitement on board. Even though we had to wait a while for the result, it was really worth all the suffering.” https://caribbean600.rorc.org/2026-rorc-caribbean-600-leopard-3-declared-overall-winner-under-irc- #Caribbean600 #RORCracing

The largest class in the 2026 RORC Caribbean 600 was IRC Two and it proved to be a battle of stamina and steady execution with as much as five days and nights of trade wind racing for the class and highly competitive pressure among the front runners. Richard Dilley’s Grand Soleil 46 Belladonna (GBR) claimed IRC Two victory, completing the 600-mile course in 3 days 06 hours 37 minutes 55 seconds elapsed. Ray Rhinelander’s J/133 Bella J (CAN), skippered by Sarah Nicholson pushed hard throughout to come second. Third place after IRC time correction went to Cox & Dunlop’s J/122 Mojito (GBR). In true RORC Caribbean 600 fashion, IRC Two rewarded consistency, smart positioning and relentless focus and sustained offshore discipline. For Belladonna owner Richard Dilley, victory in IRC Two was far more than a line in the results. It was the fulfilment of a long-held ambition to compete in the RORC Caribbean 600. “For me, it’s kind of a lifetime achievement really, to come out here and race in these amazing waters,” Dilley says, emotion close to the surface. “I can’t put into words how amazing it is. I’ve always wanted to come out here and race.” #Caribbean600 #RORCracing

IRC One delivered one of the closest corrected-time battles of the 2026 RORC Caribbean 600. After nearly three days of relentless trade wind racing, the outcome hinged until the final gruelling beat to Antigua from Redonda. Bruce Chafee’s RP42 Rikki (USA) crossed the line in an elapsed time of 2 days 21 hours 51 minutes 30 seconds, and her corrected time under IRC sealed victory. Xavier Bellouard’s Lift 45 Maxitude (FRA) took line honours for the class, but corrected out to second place, just 9 minutes 32 seconds short after 600 demanding miles. Third place went to Woody Cullen’s Swan 58 WaveWalker (USA), completing the race in 3 days 00 hours 30 minutes 11 seconds elapsed. In classic Caribbean 600 fashion, IRC One was decided by precision, not just pace, setting the stage for reflections from the winning team on Rikki and their closest challengers aboard Maxitude. Full story: https://caribbean600.rorc.org/irc-one-nine-minutes-on-the-clock-for-rikkis-triumph #RORCracing #Caribbean600

Mach 50 Palanad 4 – E.Leclerc (FRA), skippered by Antoine Magre, took victory in IRC Zero, finished the 2026 RORC Caribbean 600 to take class line honours in an elapsed time of 2d 10:32:31 and posting the best IRC corrected time to secure the class win. James Neville’s Carkeek 45 Ino Noir took a bold but calculated gamble on the very last leg to finish second on IRC corrected time by a slim margin. Niklas Zennstrom’s ’s Rán completed the podium. The IRC Zero contest featured a sustained battle between Palanad 4, James Neville’s Ino Noir (GBR), Niklas Zennström’s Rán (SWE) and Frederic Puzin’s Daguet 5 (FRA). The margins remained tight throughout, with the outcome decided only on the final beat to Antigua. #Caribbean600

Remon Vos’ RP100 Black Jack 100, skippered by Tristan Le Brun, has taken Monohull Line Honours in the 2026 RORC Caribbean 600, completing the 600-mile course in an elapsed time of 01 Day 20 Hrs 31 Mins 36 Secs. Black Jack 100 Crew: Remon Vos,Tristan Le Brun, Bram Vanspengen, Bruce Clark, Clément Cron, Edwin De Laat, Guillaume Berenger, Harley Spreadbury-Key, Jelmer van Beek, Jorden Van Rooijen, Martin Kirketerp Ibsen, Matiu Te Hau, Max Deckers, Robin Jacobs, Rokas Milevicius, Romain Testa, Rutger Vos, Shane Hughes, Sofian Bouvet and Thierry Fouchier. Behind that finishing time lies one of the finest 100-foot match races the event has seen. On one side, the Farr 100 Leopard 3, helmed by Joost Schuijff and skippered by Chris Sherlock, a boat etched within the history of the RORC Caribbean 600 since its inception. On the other, RP100 Black Jack 100, originally the legendary Alfa Romeo II reborn and refined for more offshore speed. Black Jack 100 was making her Caribbean 600 debut under a new team following monohull line honours victories in the Rolex Fastnet Race and the Rolex Middle Sea Race. More at https://caribbean600.rorc.org/black-jack-100-wins-monohull-line-honours-after-classic-100foot-duel #RORCracing #Caribbean600

Jason Carroll’s MOD70 Argo (USA) has taken Multihull Line Honours in the 2026 RORC Caribbean 600, completing the 600-mile course in an elapsed time of 01 Day 12 Hrs 01 Mins and 46 Secs after a ferocious, race-long battle with Jon Desmond’s MOD70 Final Final – Zoulou, just over three minutes behind. The two MOD70 trimarans were separated by just one mile at the finish off Fort Charlotte, Antigua - an extraordinary margin after nearly 600 miles of racing flat-out racing around 11 Caribbean islands. What unfolded was not simply a contest of speed, often exceeding 30 knots, but a shifting tactical duel from island to island which was decided by a smart move by Argo in the closing miles. #Caribbean600 #RORCracing

Guadeloupe reshuffles the deck 🌬️🏝️ — and Black Jack 100 strikes back in a relentless duel for Monohull Line Honours 🔥⛵️ #Caribbean600 #RORCracing

The 17th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600 got underway in spectacular fashion from Fort Charlotte, high above Antigua’s Pillars of Hercules. In classic 15-knot trade winds, a fleet of 56 boats set off on the 600-mile challenge around 11 Caribbean islands. Five clean starts launched the fleet into immediate battle. In IRC Zero, Rán and Daguet 5 went head-to-head beneath the cliffs, while in Super Zero Leopard 3 and Black Jack 100 reignited their 100-footer rivalry from the gun. The multihulls wasted no time either, with Argo accelerating clear and setting the early pace. Tactical shifts, tight pin-end duels and high-speed drag races defined the opening miles — but with 600 nautical miles ahead, the real test is only just beginning. #RORCracing #Caribbean600

The start of the Multihull Class | 2026 RORC Caribbean 600. #Caribbean600 #RORCracing

The start of IRC Super Zero | 2026 RORC Caribbean 600 #RORCracing #Caribbean600

The start of IRC Zero & Class40 | RORC Caribbean 600 #RORCracing #Caribbean600

The start of IRC Class 2 - 2026 RORC Caribbean 600. Fort Charlotte, Antigua. #RORCracing #Caribbean600

This year marks the 17th edition of the RORC Caribbean 600. A fleet of 56 boats will line up in English Harbour. Nearly 500 sailors, representing more than 30 nations, are ready to take on one of offshore racing’s great challenges. On Monday 23rd February, the fleet will set off from Fort Charlotte into classic Caribbean tradewinds. #RORCracing #Caribbean600 #Antigua #Sevenstar

The 2026 RORC Transatlantic Race delivered an extraordinary Atlantic crossing from Lanzarote to Antigua, showcasing innovation, endurance and seamanship at the highest level of offshore racing. Across nearly 3,000 nautical miles, the international fleet produced record-breaking performances, fiercely contested class battles and deeply human stories of teamwork and resilience. Overall Victory: Palanad 4 The Mach 50 Palanad 4 (FRA), owned by Olivier Magre and skippered by his son Antoine Magre, claimed overall victory on IRC corrected time. In only its second offshore race, the scow-bow Mach 50 concept proved its credentials across a full ocean crossing — a landmark father-and-son achievement that combined innovation, preparation and disciplined execution. Multihull Line Honours: Argo In a breathtaking MOD70 duel, Argo (USA) claimed Multihull Line Honours and set a new race record for the Lanzarote–Antigua route. Locked in a relentless match race with Zoulou (FRA), Argo sustained speeds well over 30 knots across the Atlantic, underlining the extreme performance of modern ocean-racing multihulls. Monohull Line Honours: Raven The 34-metre Baltic 111 Raven, skippered by Damien Durchon, delivered one of the defining performances of the race. Raven took Monohull Line Honours, won the IMA Transatlantic Trophy, and set a new monohull race record — becoming the first foil-assisted monohull of her size to complete a transatlantic race. Her performance marked a new chapter in offshore monohull design. IRC Podium & Class Winners • Ino Noir (GBR), James Neville’s Carkeek 45, delivered a gritty and consistent race to finish second overall on IRC. • Jackknife (GBR), the J/125 sailed by Sam Hall with his father Andrew, secured third overall on IRC and victory in IRC Two, one of the standout Corinthian performances of the race. • In the Double-Handed division, Kornog 2 (FRA) claimed victory on corrected time, while Adrien was first double-handed yacht to finish. Superyacht & Special Trophies • Linnea Aurora, the 128ft Hoek design skippered by Phil Martinson, emerged as best-placed superyacht on IRC, earning the Superyacht Trophy. • Maxitude, sailed by Xavier Bellouard, completed a milestone Atlantic crossing and won the Yacht Club de France Trophy. A Race Marked by Respect The 2026 edition was also marked by tragedy following the loss of a crew member aboard Walross 4. The race stands dedicated to the Walross 4 crew, with the entire fleet, organisers and host venues united in respect, solidarity and support — a powerful reminder of the risks inherent in ocean racing and the values that bind the offshore community. As the final boats arrived safely in Antigua, the 2026 RORC Transatlantic Race will be remembered as a defining edition: one that pushed the boundaries of performance while reinforcing the importance of seamanship, preparation and respect for the ocean. Results: https://sailracehq.com Website: https://rorctransatlantic.rorc.org #RORCTransatlanticRace #RORCRacing #OffshoreRacing #OceanRacing #Yachting #Sailing ⸻ 🎥 Footage © roddyacqua © Arthur Daniel / RORC © Julia Castro © James Mitchell © Alice Callow / Tidal Pulse Media / RORC © Palanad Racing © Daryl Wislang / Raven © Pete Cumming/Argonauts ✂️ Edit - Corinna Haines

The Royal Ocean Racing Club has confirmed Mach 50 Palanad 4 (FRA), owned by RORC Member Olivier Magre and skippered by his son Antoine Magre, also a RORC Member, as the overall winner of the 2026 RORC Transatlantic Race on IRC corrected time. While competitors remain racing at sea, none can now beat Palanad 4’s IRC corrected time, securing overall victory in one of offshore sailing’s most demanding ocean races. The French-flagged Mach 50 completed the 3,000 mile race from Lanzarote to Antigua in an elapsed time of 8 Days 05 Hours 55 Minutes and 50 Seconds - a standout performance. The result marks a major milestone for both the Magre family and the innovative Mach 50 project, which has delivered overall victory in only its second offshore race, following its debut at the 2025 Rolex Fastnet Race. As the fleet continues to arrive in Antigua, Palanad 4’s performance stands as one of the highlights of the 2026 race: a demonstration of innovation, preparation and teamwork in offshore ocean racing.

The 34-metre Baltic 111 Raven has rewritten the limits of monohull offshore performance, taking Monohull Line Honours, winning the IMA Transatlantic Trophy, and setting a new monohull race record in the 2026 RORC Transatlantic Race from Lanzarote to Antigua. Skippered by Damien Durchon, Raven crossed the finish line off English Harbour, Antigua, on Sunday 18 January, completing the 3,000-nautical-mile Atlantic crossing in just under seven days — an extraordinary achievement. Light for her length, foil-assisted and engineered to sustain very high average speeds for days at a time, Raven represents a new chapter in offshore maxi yacht design. Raven was welcomed into Falmouth Harbour by The Hon. Charles ‘Max’ Fernandez, Minister of Tourism & Economic Development, who congratulated the crew and presented the IMA Transatlantic Trophy as the first maxi yacht to finish the race. Fernandez highlighted Antigua’s role as the new finish destination for the RORC Transatlantic Race, underlining the island’s appeal to elite offshore racing yachts and international crews. A new benchmark for monohulls For navigator Will Oxley, who also navigated Comanche to the monohull race record in the 2022 RORC Transatlantic Race to Grenada, the comparison between the two boats highlights just how radical Raven is. Raven’s performance not only secures Monohull Line Honours and the IMA Trophy, but also establishes her as a leading contender for the overall IRC corrected-time result, with few boats capable of matching her blend of speed, stability and consistency. Raven has set the benchmark IRC corrected time to beat, though the next boat likely to finish is the Mach 50 Palanad 4. The scow-bow canting-keeler is well positioned to challenge for the overall lead under IRC. “This was the first transatlantic race for the boat and the owner,” said Durchon. “To set a record in your first attempt is something very special.” As Raven came to rest in Antigua, one thing was clear. This was not just a race win — it was a statement of intent from a new generation of offshore monohull. Follow the race — updates, blog and tracker: https://rorctransatlantic.rorc.org/ ⸻ 🎥 Footage © roddyacqua © Arthur Daniel / RORC © Tidal Pulse Media © Daryl Wislang / Raven ✂️ Edit Corinna Haines

Jason Carroll’s MOD70 Argo Sets New Multihull Race Record in a Brutal Duel with Zoulou Jason Carroll’s MOD70 Argo (USA) claimed Multihull Line Honours in the 2026 RORC Transatlantic Race, crossing the finish line off English Harbour, Antigua, on Friday 16 January at 12:31:15 UTC. In doing so, Argo set a new Multihull Race Record for the Lanzarote–Antigua course of 4 days, 23 hours, 51 minutes and 15 seconds, setting the multihull benchmark for this iconic Atlantic route. Argo Crew: Skipper Chad Corning, Pete Cumming, Sam Goodchild, Charles Ogletree, Alister Richardson, Brian Thompson. Hot on Argo’s heels was Erik Maris’ MOD70 Zoulou (FRA), finishing just 2 hours and 32 minutes later after five days of relentless, high-speed combat across the Atlantic. The result was the culmination of one of the closest and most intense multihull battles ever seen in the RORC Transatlantic Race. Zoulou Crew: Erik Maris, Bruno Jeanjean, Miles Seddon, Ned Collier Wakefield, Paul Larsen, Thierry Fouchier. From the moment the fleet cleared Lanzarote, the two MOD70s were locked in a private duel at the very front of the race, separated by mere miles, matching each other stride for stride at sustained speeds well above 30 knots. Follow the race - Updates, blog and tracker: https://rorctransatlantic.rorc.org/ 🎥 ©️ roddyacqua ©️ Arthur Daniel ©️ Pete Cumming/Argonauts ✂️ Edit Corinna Haines

The 12th edition of the RORC Transatlantic Race got underway in near-perfect conditions off Marina Lanzarote, as the international fleet raced into the Atlantic framed by Lanzarote’s dramatic volcanic coastline. A steady northeasterly breeze of around 12–15 knots, clear skies and warm temperatures delivered an exceptional start, with spectator boats following the fleet to the mark off Puerto Calero Marina before the course opened south for the 3,000-nautical-mile crossing to Antigua. The IRC monohulls delivered a fiercely competitive opening, with Palanad 4 first across the line and Baltic 111 Raven quickly asserting herself on the water. In the multihull start, MOD70s Argo and Zoulou immediately locked horns, launching into the Atlantic at high speed. From foiling superyachts to two-handed campaigns and youth-led teams, the RORC Transatlantic Race once again brings together extraordinary diversity, ambition and adventure as the fleet heads west across one of the world’s great oceans. Full story: https://rorctransatlantic.rorc.org/flawless-start-for-the-2026-rorc-transatlantic-race #RORCTransatlanticRace #RORCracing 📸 RORC | Tidal Pulse Media | Julia Castro | James Mitchell

RORC 2025 — a season that carried the weight of a century and still looked forward. These are the moments we saw, the stories the camera caught, and the highlights that defined the RORC 2025 season. #RORCracing #RORC100 #Sailing #Yachting