Anthony Kotoun’s Wah Gwan and Duane Yoslov’s Looper were crowned Overall and Corinthian World Champions as two final-day races completed a dramatic 12-race 2026 Melges 24 World Championship in Harbor Springs, Michigan.
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After a long wait for wind, a late breeze delivered more racing on Little Traverse Bay and raised the stakes for the 49-boat fleet. With one day left at the 2026 Melges 24 World Championship, the fight for the titles is coming down to the wire.
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Fog gave way to three races on Little Traverse Bay as Anthony Kotoun’s Wah Gwan stretched its lead to 20 points at the 2026 Melges 24 World Championship. Looper took the Corinthian lead after nine races.
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Harbor Springs served up another lively day for the 49-boat fleet on Wednesday, with changing conditions, three more races and a new name at the top of the standings. Day Two brought the series to six completed races and put the first discard into play.
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Preparations are complete, the practice race is in the books, and an international fleet packed with World Champions, proven campaigns and top-level talent is ready to battle for the 2026 Melges 24 World Championship titles on Little Traverse Bay.
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Now is the time to book required inspection slots for the 2026 Melges 24 World Championship. Selected boats must schedule Full Inspection, while all teams are required to book a time for sail inspection.
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The U.S. Melges 24 Class Association (USM24CA) Executive Committee and Board of District Governors recently reviewed submissions concerning proposed class rule and regulation updates. The Board agreed to move forward with a proposal that would allow the optional use of a 6:1 mainsheet purchase system. The proposal will be submitted to the International Melges 24 Class Association (IM24CA) by September 30, 2026, for consideration at its November 2026 Annual General Meeting.
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Final preparations are underway for the 2026 Melges 24 World Championship. Competing teams should review and complete their entries, confirm crew and World Sailing classification information, and submit any outstanding entry fees immediately.
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The Melges 24 Pre-Worlds wrapped up in Harbor Springs with Cuyler Morris and Dark Horse taking the overall win and Eddie Gary’s Troublemaker topping the Corinthian fleet. With Pre-Worlds in the books, attention now turns to the European Championship in Tønsberg, Norway, before the international fleet returns to Harbor Springs for the 2026 Melges 24 World Championship.
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After three days, eight races and a championship battle decided in the final race, Cuyler Morris’ Dark Horse successfully defended the Melges 24 U.S. National title in Traverse City. Eddie Gary’s Troublemaker completed its own final-day comeback to claim the Corinthian championship as Grand Traverse Bay delivered a demanding test ahead of September’s World Championship.
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Girls just want to win—and on Day Two of the Melges 24 U.S. Nationals, they did. Sandy Askew claimed the day’s only race, Laura Grondin moved into the overall championship lead, and Lindsey Duda retained control of the Corinthian Division after a light-air showdown reshuffled the standings on Grand Traverse Bay.
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Grand Traverse Bay delivered a spectacular opening day for the 2026 Melges 24 U.S. National Championship. Forty-six teams completed four demanding races in building breeze and moderate chop, with Peter Duncan, Laura Grondin and Bora Gulari among the standout performers. With Open and Corinthian contenders already mixing it up throughout the fleet, the championship is setting the stage for a down-to-the-wire battle in Traverse City
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The heat is rising in Traverse City as 46 teams prepare for three days of championship racing at the 2026 Melges 24 U.S. Nationals. With past national champions, a former World Champion and 26 all-amateur Corinthian teams assembled on Grand Traverse Bay, the stage is set for a fiercely contested showdown—and an important test ahead of September’s World Championship in Harbor Springs.
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The countdown is on for the 2026 Melges 24 U.S. National Championship in Traverse City, Michigan. With 47 teams already registered and more entries possible, Grand Traverse Yacht Club is preparing to welcome a powerful fleet for three days of competitive one-design racing on Grand Traverse Bay beginning Friday, August 14.
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The Northeast Melges 24 District is building momentum through collaboration, training, and competitive racing. From three successful training camps to the 2026 East Coast Championship at Sail Newport, owners and crews are strengthening the fleet while creating a culture of learning that continues to drive growth across the region.
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This is the first of several communications issued to help you and your team prepare for competition in Traverse City at the U.S. National Championship. Please take a few minutes to read and review to ensure your team, boat, and equipment are fully compliant with the Notice of Race, Sailing Instructions, and class rules before arriving at the event.
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The Melges 24 East Coast Championship returned to Newport while the Tahoe Championship delivered another spectacular weekend of racing, showcasing new teams, close competition, and continued fleet growth across the United States.
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The U.S. Melges 24 Class Association honors the life and legacy of Bill "Billy" Goldsberry, a beloved member of the Melges 24 family whose kindness, generosity, and unwavering support touched sailors across the fleet for generations.
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What does it actually mean to race Corinthian in the Melges 24 Class? This article breaks down how World Sailing categorization works, what qualifies a team as Corinthian, and why a consistent global standard is essential to preserving fairness, trust, and competitive integrity in one-design racing.
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Southern Bay Race Week delivers a strong mix of racing and atmosphere in the southern Chesapeake Bay, combining one-design and handicap competition with a lively shoreside experience. While not part of the official series schedule, it offers teams in the region another opportunity to get on the water in a well-established regatta setting.
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