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Sandy Askew Wins Bacardi Winter Series Event No. 2 in Dramatic Final-Race Showdown
Sandy Askew Wins Bacardi Winter Series Event No. 2 in Dramatic Final-Race Showdown

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.

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The Melges 24 Fleet Brings Corinthian Heart and Soul to St. Pete for Midwinters
The Melges 24 Fleet Brings Corinthian Heart and Soul to St. Pete for Midwinters

Winter fades and the Melges 24 season comes roaring to life February 13–15, 2026, as the Helly Hansen Sailing World Regatta Series returns to St. Petersburg, hosted by the St. Petersburg Yacht Club. Serving as the Melges 24 Midwinter Championship, the regatta officially launches the 2026 North American Sailing Series while continuing the momentum of the Southeast Racing Series.

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Get Faster with Quantum Sails Coaching and Weather Services in St. Petersburg
Get Faster with Quantum Sails Coaching and Weather Services in St. Petersburg

Quantum Sails returns to St. Petersburg as official sailmaker of the Helly Hansen Sailing World Regatta Series, delivering daily weather briefings, on-the-water coaching, practice racing, and performance support for all entrants. Melges 24 teams can also take advantage of a dedicated clinic with Team Gamecock and Quantum coaches, offering race-focused preparation ahead of the Midwinter Championship.

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McClennen and Berezin Crowned 2025 Melges 24 North American Sailing Series Champions as Class Builds Global Momentum
McClennen and Berezin Crowned 2025 Melges 24 North American Sailing Series Champions as Class Builds Global Momentum

The 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.

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Midwinter's Free Melges 24 Clinic Hosted by Team Gamecock in Partnership with Quantum
Midwinter's Free Melges 24 Clinic Hosted by Team Gamecock in Partnership with Quantum

All teams planning to race in St. Petersburg for the opening event of the 2026 Sailing World Regatta Series are invited to kick off their week with a free Melges 24 Clinic, hosted by Team Gamecock in partnership with Quantum Sails. Open to all teams, the clinic features hands-on coaching, practice racing, and rig tuning guidance from top sailors, including 2025 North American champion Peter McClennen. Join us for structured practice and dockside debriefs to sharpen your Melges 24 performance on Tampa Bay.

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Titles Earned and a Season Sealed as Melges IV Wins Melges 24 North Americans 2025
Titles Earned and a Season Sealed as Melges IV Wins Melges 24 North Americans 2025

The 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.

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Points Tight, Tension Higher: Melges 24 North American Championship Heads to Decisive Sunday
Points Tight, Tension Higher: Melges 24 North American Championship Heads to Decisive Sunday

Day 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.

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Three Winners, One Incredible Day: Melges 24 North Americans Launch in Style
Three Winners, One Incredible Day: Melges 24 North Americans Launch in Style

Opening 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.

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Ready to Rumble: Bacardi Winter Series Kicks Off, Melges 24 NAC Officially Open
Ready to Rumble: Bacardi Winter Series Kicks Off, Melges 24 NAC Officially Open

The 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.

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Wheels in Motion for 2026 Melges 24 World Championship in Harbor Springs, Michigan USA
Wheels in Motion for 2026 Melges 24 World Championship in Harbor Springs, Michigan USA

Online 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.

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Melges 24 North American Championship 2025 Set for January Showdown at Bacardi Winter Series
Melges 24 North American Championship 2025 Set for January Showdown at Bacardi Winter Series

The 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.

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Registration Now Open for the 2026 U.S. National Championship in Traverse City
Registration Now Open for the 2026 U.S. National Championship in Traverse City

Registration 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.

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Grondin and Canfield Confirmed as Finalists for 2025 Rolex Sailing Honors
Grondin and Canfield Confirmed as Finalists for 2025 Rolex Sailing Honors

The US Melges 24 Class congratulates Dark Energy Melges 24 owner-driver Laura Grondin and tactician Taylor Canfield on being named finalists for the 2025 Rolex Yachtswoman and Yachtsman of the Year Awards. Confirmed by US Sailing on January 12, this prestigious recognition highlights two highly respected Melges 24 Class members whose continued excellence, leadership, and performance exemplify the highest standards of American sailing.

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2026 Bacardi Regattas: Key Updates and Important Planning Information
2026 Bacardi Regattas: Key Updates and Important Planning Information

The January Bacardi Regattas Newsletter outlines key planning information as teams prepare for the 2026 regatta season in Miami. The update highlights the use of Vakaros RaceSense technology for all events, early bird registration deadlines, required boat storage for Melges 24 competitors, partner hotel accommodations, and general logistics to ensure a smooth on-site experience.

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Notice of Series Issued for the 2026 MELGES 24 North American Sailing Series
Notice of Series Issued for the 2026 MELGES 24 North American Sailing Series

The 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.

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San Francisco Bay Delivers for December Melges 24 Regional Regatta
San Francisco Bay Delivers for December Melges 24 Regional Regatta

San Francisco Bay rewarded the Melges 24 fleet with an outstanding weekend of racing on December 13–14, as conditions far exceeded the early forecasts. What was expected to be a light-air regatta instead evolved into two days of ideal Bay sailing, with pressure steadily building into the upper range and boats flirting with planing conditions.

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Helly Hansen Sailing World Regatta Series Returns to St. Petersburg, Melges 24 Midwinters
Helly Hansen Sailing World Regatta Series Returns to St. Petersburg, Melges 24 Midwinters

The Helly Hansen Sailing World Regatta Series returns to St. Petersburg, Florida, February 13–15, 2026, hosted by the St. Petersburg Yacht Club. This highly anticipated event serves as the Melges 24 Midwinters, launches the 2026 North American Sailing Series, and continues the momentum of the Melges 24 Southeast Racing Series.

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