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5 - 13 October 2024 : The Women’s America's Cup is a new initiative launched as part of the 37th America's Cup in 2024, marking the first time an official women’s competition is included in the prestigious sailing event. The goal of the Women’s America's Cup is to provide a platform for the world’s best female sailors to compete at the highest level, fostering gender inclusivity in the sport of sailing and broadening opportunities for female sailors to showcase their talent in a global competition.

REGATTA FINAL

OP-ED: Disorganised Women’s America’s Cup Leaves Fans Disappointed

Opinion I love sailing. I’ve loved sailing for many years. Whether it's watching or taking part, th...

Italy Takes Victory in the First Puig Women’s America’s Cup Final

In a historic moment for women’s sailing, Italy clinched the title of the first-ever Puig Women’s Am...

QUALIFICATION SERIES DAY 5 - FRIDAY 11

The Top Three Group A Teams are Decided in the Early Final Group A Race

Just after 3am NZT, when it seemed like another day of racing might be abandoned, the America's Cup organisers made a sudden decision to cut the second block of racing for the Puig Women's America's Cup down to two races.

QUALIFICATION SERIES DAY 4 - THURSDAY 10

Day Abandonded Due To Lack Of Wind

After one race, itself significantly delayed by the lack of wind, at 3:10am (4:10 Barcelona time) th...

Race 5: Turbulent Waters Test Teams in the Puig Women’s America’s Cup

The Puig Women's America's Cup continues to deliver high-octane action, and today's Group A, Race 5 ...

Weather Today In Barcelona

It is a nice day today in Barcelona, the Sun is out and during the afternoon we will hit 20°. Now...

QUALIFICATION SERIES - DAY 3 (TUESDAY 8)

Opinion: Puig Women’s America’s Cup: Group B Battles in Barcelona Waters

The Puig Women's America's Cup saw fierce competition in Group B, where Sweden, the Netherlands, and...

Race 4: Sweden Triumphs as Group B Concludes in Puig Women’s America’s Cup

The race kicked off with a fierce battle at the start, as Sweden, the Netherlands, and Australia wer...

Race 3: Attempt 2: Sweden’s Third Win Dominates Todays Action

Day 3 of the Puig Women's America's Cup brought fierce competition as the fleet took to the water fo...

Race 3: First Attempt: Drama as Final Race Abandoned

It was a day of tension and uncertainty at the Puig Women’s America’s Cup as the final race of Group...

Race 2: Sweden Secures Another Win on Challenging Day

Race 2 of Day 3 at the Puig Women’s America's Cup proved to be a challenging and thrilling contest, ...

Race 1: Sweden Shines At The Start Of The Day In Puig Women’s America’s Cup

Day 3 (well, day 4 but what would have been day 3) of the Puig Women’s America’s Cup brought high dr...

QUALIFICATION SERIES - DELAY DAY (Monday 7)

Racing Postponed In The Puig Women’s America’s Cup – Next Race 10PM 8/10 NZT

Barcelona dawned with a misty cloud cover hanging over the city with all the forecast models s...

Todays Weather In Barcelona

An exciting day today in Barcelona with Group A, the America's Cup teams racing again. Today will...

QUALIFICATION SERIES Day 2 (Sunday 6)

Race 4: Dutch Dominate Final Race on Day Two

The fourth and final race of Day Two at the Puig Women's America's Cup was one for the books, with t...

Race 3: Dutch Masterclass Secures Victory

The third race of the day in the 2024 Puig Women’s America’s Cup provided intense drama, tactical br...

Race 2: Australia Shines as Windy Drama Unfolds at Women’s America’s Cup

The second race of Group B in the Women's America's Cup brought high tension and unexpected results ...

Race 1: Sweden Claims Victory in Thrilling Women’s America’s Cup Race

In an intense first race of the day at the Puig Women's America's Cup, Sweden triumphed over fierce ...

Todays Weather In Barcelona

Today in Barcelona we have the Puig Womans America's Cup, Group B racing. This is the invited teams:...

QUALIFICATION SERIES Day 1 (Saturday 5)

Opinion: Luna Rossa Shines as the Team to Beat After Day One of the Puig Women’s America’s Cup

Day One of the Women’s America’s Cup brought fierce competition and challenging seas, as the foiling...

Race 4: Italy Surges to Victory in a Thrilling Foiling Duel

It was a race defined by razor-thin margins and heart-stopping moments as Italy's Luna Rossa Prada P...

Race 3: Luna Rossa and UK Shine on Day One of Historic Women’s America’s Cup

History was made on the Mediterranean today as the inaugural Women’s America’s Cup saw its first day...

Race 2: Exhilarating 2nd Race of the Puig Women’s America’s Cup: A Windless Battle for Glory

The second race of the 2024 Puig Women’s America’s Cup, held on the 6th of September, was nothing short of breathtaking.

Race 1: Great Britain Shines in Thrilling First Race of Women’s America’s Cup

The long-anticipated Puig Women's America's Cup kicked off today in spectacular fashion, as Great Br...

Todays Weather In Barcelona

A great day of sailing, the AC40's are out on the first day of the Puig Woman's America's Cup racing...

BEHIND THE SCENES

Back to the Future: J Class Joins AC75 & AC40 Fleets in Barcelona

A New Age The AC75s of the America’s Cup deliver no shortage of jaw-dropping action. And the AC40s...

Gemma Jones: The Nacra 17 Specialist with Olympic Pedigree

Gemma Jones is a remarkable talent on the New Zealand Women's America's Cup team, bringing an impressive resume of competitive sailing experience.

Liv Mackay: The Rising Star of New Zealand Women’s Sailing

Liv Mackay is a dynamic force on the New Zealand Women's America's Cup team, showcasing her exceptional talent and dedication to the sport.

Erica Dawson: Pioneering Sailor of the New Zealand Women’s America’s Cup Team

Erica Dawson is a dedicated and highly skilled sailor representing New Zealand in the inaugural Women’s America’s Cup.

Molly Meech: Rising Star of the New Zealand Women’s America’s Cup Team

Molly Meech is a standout member of the New Zealand Women's America's Cup team, known for her exceptional sailing skills and competitive spirit.

Jo Aleh: Veteran Sailor and Trailblazer for the New Zealand Women’s America’s Cup Team

Jo Aleh is a distinguished member of the New Zealand Women’s America's Cup team, renowned for her remarkable sailing career and pioneering spirit.

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Stabicraft Te Anau Manapouri Fishing Classic, 25 - 27 Oct 2025 TBC in Te Anau Manapouri

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Beneteau Owners Rally, 23 Nov 2024, Auckland to Kawau

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Yamaha Rollo's Marine Bridge 2 Bridge, 8 - 10 Nov 2024 Staged on the Waikato River between Cambridge & Taupiri, based in Hamilton, New Zealand

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Waka Ama - 2025 National Sprint Championships, 12 - 18 Jan 2025 at Lake Karapiro, Cambridge

Waka Ama - 2025 Secondary School Nationals, 24 - 28 Mar 2025 at Lake Tikitapu, Rotorua

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NZ Retro Boats Lake Tarawera Gathering, 16 Nov 2024 at Hot Water Beach, Lake Tarawera, Rotorua

Bay of Islands Cruiser's Festival, 20 - 23 Nov 2024 at Bay of Islands Marina, Opua

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