Sandy Askew and her Flying Jenny team — Rob Greenhalgh, Alex Gough, Patrick Farrell, and Drew Barnes — prevailed in a dramatic three-boat showdown at Bacardi Winter Series Event No. 2. Entering the final race tied for the lead, Askew delivered in a 15–20 knot Biscayne Bay finale to secure her first Bacardi victory. Attention now turns to the 99th Bacardi Cup, where the overall Winter Series champion will be decided and critical points in both the North American Sailing Series and Southeast Racing Series will be on the line.
Read MoreThe 2025 Melges 24 North American Sailing Series delivered a full season of tightly contested racing, strong international participation, and clear momentum across both Open and Corinthian divisions. Peter McClennen’s consistent performance aboard Gamecock secured the overall series title, while Dan Berezin claimed the Corinthian championship, highlighting the depth and competitiveness that continue to define the Melges 24 fleet.
Read MoreThe 2025 Melges 24 North American Championship wrapped up in Miami with Harry Melges IV securing his first intercontinental Melges 24 title—and a place in class history alongside his father. As Eddie Gary earned Corinthian honors and multiple season titles were decided, the championship also marked the thrilling conclusion of the 2025 Melges 24 North American Sailing Series on Biscayne Bay.
Read MoreHarry Melges IV and Zenda Express take the win at Bacardi Winter Series Event No. 1, also claiming the 2025 Melges 24 North American Championship. After a tight regatta on Biscayne Bay, the new team finished strong with two final-day race victories.
Read MoreDay Two of the 2025 Melges 24 North American Championship delivered classic championship “moving day” conditions on Biscayne Bay, with light air, tactical racing, and multiple race winners tightening an already compressed leaderboard. Standout performances from both Pro and Corinthian teams reshaped the standings, setting up a high-stakes final Sunday where three major titles—including the North American Championship and the season-long North American Sailing Series—will be decided.
Read MoreOpening day of the Melges 24 North American Championship, held in conjunction with Bacardi Winter Series Event No. 1, delivered near-ideal conditions, setting a perfect tone for the start of the regatta. Former Melges 24 World Champion Drew Freides aboard Pacific Yankee, and fleet newcomer, Corinthian entry Eddie Gary racing Troublemaker finished the day at the top of the standings.
Read MoreThe 2026 Bacardi Winter Series kicks off January 23–25 on Biscayne Bay, bringing 28 Melges 24 teams to Miami as the Melges 24 North American Championship officially gets underway.
Read MoreOnline registration is now officially open for the 2026 Melges 24 World Championship, set for September 19-26, 2026, as the global Melges 24 fleet prepares to converge on Harbor Springs, Michigan. Hosted by Little Traverse Yacht Club (LTYC), the International Melges 24 Class’s premier event is now accepting entries, with the Notice of Race published and available on the official event website.
Read MoreThe Melges 24 fleet will open the 2026 racing calendar in championship fashion as nearly 30 teams converge for the 2025 Melges 24 North American Championship, hosted in conjunction with Bacardi Winter Series Event No. 1, the first in a trilogy of spectacular Bacardi-sponsored events.
Read MoreRegistration is now open for the 2026 U.S. National Championship, hosted by Grand Traverse Yacht Club on August 14–16 in Traverse City, Michigan. A key event in the Quantum Melges 24 Great Lakes Cup series, the Nationals serve as an important lead-up to the pre-Worlds and the 2026 World Championship. Everyone is invited to race in what promises to be an outstanding regatta both on and off the water.
Read MoreRegistered World Championship competitors can take advantage of exclusive lodging discounts at select regional properties. Save 10% on accommodations from June through September 2026 and secure housing early while availability remains strong.
Read MoreThe International Melges 24 Class Association (IM24CA), in conjunction with the U.S. and Canadian Melges 24 Class Associations, has issued the official Notice of Series (NoS) for the 2026 North American Sailing Series, formally confirming the events included in the Series and outlining key updates to the overall championship structure.
Read MoreThe International Melges 24 Class Association (IM24CA) in coordination with the U.S. Melges 24 Class Association (USM24CA), and the Canadian Melges 24 Class Association (CM24CA) are pleased to unveil the initial lineup for the 2026 North American Sailing Series (NASS) schedule of racing events.
Read MoreThe 2025 North American Sailing Series (NASS) has boasted a highly competitive season spanning nearly ten events. With nine of ten events now complete, the standings are astonishingly tight — so tight, in fact, that the overall title will ultimately be decided at the forthcoming North American Championship (NAC), held during Bacardi Winter Series No. 1 on January 23–25, 2026 in Miami.
Read MoreThe 2025 Melges 24 U.S. National Championship in Pensacola, FL, delivered an exceptionally robust fleet, showcasing top-level talent in both the Open and Corinthian divisions. The racing was thrilling, the competition intense, and the memories made on and off the water were unforgettable. It’s exactly what owners and sailors have come to expect from this incredible sportboat class.
Read MoreWith the start of the 2025 U.S. Melges 24 National Championship just days away, 40 teams from all across the North American continent and beyond are on the move. Over the last couple of weeks, competitors have been finalizing every detail. From crew compliance and organization to sails, logistics, and measurement, they are gearing up for what promises to be one of the most competitive national championships held in recent years.
Read MoreThe official countdown to the 2025 US Melges 24 National Championship is underway, and in just two weeks time, teams from across the U.S. and around the world will descend on Pensacola, Florida, for one of the most anticipated events on the Class calendar.
Read MoreThe 2025 Melges 24 World Championship officially begins today in Trieste, hosted by Yacht Club Adriaco, with racing scheduled to start at 12:30 pm Trieste local time. A fleet of 71 boats representing 16 nations has gathered on the Gulf of Trieste, marking the largest Worlds lineup in the past decade.
Read MoreThe 2025 Melges 24 Canadian Championship wrapped up September 7th at South Port Sailing Club in Ontario, Canada delivering a thrilling event despite challenging conditions. A total of eight races were completed, with Friday racing cancelled due to high winds and Sunday delayed while the fleet waited for breeze.
Read MoreAs the North American sailing season winds toward its close, the Melges 24 Class is gearing up for a thrilling run of national championship regattas. It begins with the Canadian National Championship taking place September 5–7, and then the U.S. National Championship set for November 12–16. The stage is set for an exciting end to 2025 that points the fleet toward the new year in Miami.
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