Offshore racing

At Sydney Harbour, under the glare of the Australian summer and the weight of 80 years of history, something quietly powerful is taking shape. Here are the 13 teams, currently in full preparation mode, that will show up to the start line

Contrary to concerns that double handed formats limit youth opportunities, Kate Cope talks you through how initiatives built on crew-matching, boat loans, and training programs are giving young sailors a winning edge, hoping that it can inspire other countries to copy one

In September 2025 the second edition of the Double Handed Offshore Worlds Championships took place in Cowes, UK. Organised by the Royal Ocean Racing Club and Cap Regatta, it attracted 21 teams from 14 countries (AUS, CAN, FRA, GBR, GER, ITA, JPN,