SailGP
Championship point leaders after L.A.
Before the L.A. leg, the Championship leaderboard had Emirates GBR, Australia, and Spain all sitting ahead of the New Zealand Black Foils.
1st: Emira...
Canada claims spectacular victory in SailGP LA Final
Canada sails a near-perfect race to take the LA title, as New Zealand and Australia battle behind in a thrilling showdown.
The stage was set in Los A...
UK triumphs in final fleet race at SailGP LA
Britain clinches critical victory as Australia narrowly escapes elimination, setting up a thrilling three-way battle in the LA final.
Australia dominate race 6 at SailGP LA – race 2 of day 2
Light winds challenge teams as Australia secure a commanding victory, leaving rivals scrapping for vital podium places before the final fleet race.
Emirates Great Britain Dominates SailGP LA Race 5 Amidst Light Winds – race 1 of day 2
Despite a strong day one, New Zealand struggles as Emirates GBR secures a commanding win.
Editorial: Day 1 of SailGP in LA, Kiwi’s can be pleased!
As a passionate supporter of the Black Foils and a proud Kiwi, today’s SailGP action from Los Angeles made for spectacular viewing.
What needs to happen for the Black Foils to top the SailGP Championship after L.A.
The SailGP Championship leaderboard is heating up, and the New Zealand Black Foils are right in the thick of it. Dubai saw a brilliant performance fro...
“I’m proud of how the team fought:” Burling debriefs golden first day in Los Angeles
New Zealand driver Peter Burling has debriefed a sparkling return to form on the first day of the Rolex Los Angeles Sail Grand Prix, which saw the tea...
France finds their wings in Race 4, L.A.!
In an incredible performance, the France SailGP team—fresh off launching their brand-new F50 in Sydney—have stormed to victory in Race 4 in Los Ange...
Mubadala Brazil in tight race for first in Race 3 of L.A. SailGP
As I write about the third race, I can hear the commentators covering the fourth, and I can tell you both have been incredibly exciting.
Th...
New Zealand Black Foils unstoppable with second victory at SailGP Los Angeles
Peter Burling's crew dominates again, securing back-to-back wins on the LA course. Race 2 in Los Angeles saw another thrilling display of sailing bril...
Burling’s Black Foils dominate Race 1 at SailGP Los Angeles
The Black Foils led from start to finish, delivering a commanding performance on LA’s challenging course.
In an impressive showcase of sailing exce...
SailGP athletes ready for thrilling showdown in Los Angeles
Record fleet, star power, and fierce competition define SailGP’s anticipated return to the Port of Los Angeles.
SailGP arrives in LA—12 boats, Mbappé backing, and community engagement lead the way
SailGP's second visit to Los Angeles promises record-breaking competition, major French investment news, and significant local impact.
French Football Superstar Kylian Mbappé invests in France SailGP Team
French football superstar brings his Inspired by KM charity aboard to support youth empowerment through sailing.
France returns with a bang at Sydney SailGP
After missing the opening two rounds of the SailGP season, France's much-anticipated return in Sydney delivered drama, determination, and a renewed se...
DJ Khaled joins SailGP as Chief Hype Officer
Music superstar brings fresh energy to the world’s fastest sailing championship.
Sailing towards consistency: Mike Buckley’s vision for US SailGP team
From dramatic capsizes to podium finishes, U.S. SailGP Team CEO Mike Buckley lays bare the journey towards building a consistent championship contende...
Black Foils open SailGP internship opportunities
The Black Foils, New Zealand’s SailGP team led by Peter Burling and Blair Tuke, are offering exciting internship opportunities for Kiwi (and beyond Ne...
KPMG SailGP Sydney Full Highlights
All the best moments from 2 days of racing on Sydney Harbour, ending with a surprise upset and leaderboard shakeup heading into the Americas leg of th...
Our Interview with Peter Burling: “It was really nice to have the boat back at 100%”
A turbulent weekend in Sydney turned into a valuable learning experience for the New Zealand SailGP team, as the Black Foils secured crucial points on...
Emirates GBR claims dramatic victory in SailGP Sydney winner-takes-all final
The final race of SailGP Sydney delivered everything fans could hope for—drama, high-speed action, and a thrilling lead change in the dying moments. I...
The Flying Roos win final fleet race in Sydney, the Black Foils hold steady mid-pack
New Zealand’s SailGP team put in a steady performance in the final fleet race of the KPMG Australia Sail Grand Prix, securing a mid-pack finish to rou...
Black Foils bounce back with dominant second race win at Sydney SailGP
New Zealand’s Black Foils returned to form in spectacular fashion during Race 2 of Day 2 at the Sydney Sail Grand Prix, putting on a masterclass in fo...
Super Sunday in Sydney: Emirates GBR dominates Race 1, New Zealand takes second
The Sydney leg of SailGP kicked off its Super Sunday in spectacular fashion, with Emirates GBR claiming victory in the first fleet race of the day. Th...
Black Foils battle through tough day in Sydney
After a promising build-up to the KPMG Australia Sail Grand Prix in Sydney, the Black Foils were dealt a challenging opening day, struggling with stab...
Australia dominates opening day of Sydney SailGP
SailGP’s return to Sydney brought thrilling action, dramatic penalties, and a dominant display from Australia as Tom Slingsby’s team secured four podi...
Australia dominates as New Zealand hits rock bottom in SailGP Sydney
The final race of day one at the KPMG Australia Sail Grand Prix saw the Flying Roos—Australia—cement their dominance with back-to-back victories, se...
Australia Takes Command as New Zealand Falters in Race 3
The third race of the 2025 KPMG Australia Sail Grand Prix delivered high-stakes drama, with Australia and Switzerland battling fiercely at the front...
Great Britain edges Australia in SailGP Sydney showdown
A nail-biting second race at the KPMG Australia Sail Grand Prix in Sydney saw Great Britain take a hard-fought victory over Australia, with France r...
Switzerland Shines in Thrilling SailGP Sydney Opener
A dramatic day of racing unfolded on Sydney Harbour as SailGP’s 12-strong fleet battled it out on day one of the KPMG Australia Sail Grand Prix. Wit...
International SailGP teams push limits in Sydney’s high-stakes racing
The international teams at the Sydney SailGP event brought the heat, navigating tight courses, high winds, and intense competition. With dramatic caps...
Close calls, a capsize and a collision between Germany and Mubadala Brazil: Inside Sydney’s drama-fi...
Tension rises as Sydney’s practice races set the stage for intense competition in SailGP's 2025 season
New Zealand’s SailGP Challenge: Lessons from Auckland, Eyes on Sydney
The Black Foils faced a tough outing in Auckland, struggling to find their usual dominance. Now, with the Sydney event approaching, Peter Burling and ...
Sydney sets the stage for thrilling SailGP showdown
The countdown is on as SailGP returns to the iconic Sydney Harbour for the sixth time. The picturesque harbour, renowned for its world-class sailing c...
SailGP: Russell Coutts on the Future of Sailing and Generational Change
SailGP CEO Russell Coutts discusses breaking even, expanding the competition, and nurturing the next generation of sailors in an exclusive conversatio...
Watch the video: Auckland Ferry drives right through the SailGP Practice Session
Last week, Auckland's Waitematā Harbour witnessed an unexpected scene when a Bayswater ferry casually cruised through the SailGP practice course, thre...
Leaderboard battle heats up: Emirates GBR and New Zealand neck-and-neck in SailGP after Auckland
The SailGP Championship is proving to be a nail-biting spectacle, with the leaderboard taking an exciting turn following the Dubai and Auckland events...
SailGP: Fleet race totals – Analysing Auckland, Dubai, and the path to Sydney
With the Sydney event just 19 days away, the standings are starting to reflect both the consistency and inconsistency that define this unpredictable s...
SailGP Auckland Day 2, Race 8 / Final: Australia dominates final
The Waitematā Harbour at Auckland was the scene of high drama today as the final fleet race of the Auckland SailGP unfolded in front of an eager crowd...
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