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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New Bacardi Champions Crowned in Miami

Harry 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.

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.

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.

Storage Reservations Open Tomorrow for the Winter Series and Bacardi Invitational Regatta

Storage reservations for the Winter Series and Bacardi Invitational Regatta opens Friday, October 24th at noon — and with limited availability, sailors are urged to act fast. Don’t miss your chance to secure storage and streamline your regatta setup ahead of one of the season’s most anticipated events in Miami.

IMPORTANT UPDATE: New Dates for the 2025–2026 Bacardi Series

Due to multiple conflicts with the Etchells Class and the proximity to the holidays, the Bacardi Team decided not to hold the December event this season. Instead, they have added a new February event to ensure a smoother experience for everyone.

Bacardi Winter Series 2025-2026 Line-up Announced

The first event of the Bacardi Winter Series 2025-2026 doubles as the highly anticipated Melges 24 North American Championship and marks the final stop on the 2025 North American Sailing Series circuit.

Light and Shifty on Biscayne Bay for Melges 24s

On the penultimate day of racing at the 98th Bacardi Cup and Bacardi Invitational Regatta, Biscayne Bay demonstrated all the reasons why sailing is a thinking person’s sport. With light and shifty breezes, both teams and the Race Committee were kept on their toes.

Karrie Dominates on Day One at Bacardi Invitational Regatta 2025

It was a day of dial shifting, as teams changed tempo to adapt to the variable pressure. Peter-David Karrié‘s team on Nefeli emerged as the day’s standout performers, securing finishes of 5,1,1. Karrie finished second here last year, so the only way is up!

98th Bacardi Cup and 2025 Bacardi Invitational Regatta Set New Entry Record

The 98th Bacardi Cup and 2025 Bacardi Invitational Regatta (BCIR), taking place from March 2-8, 2025, will set a new benchmark with a record-breaking entry list. As the sailing world converges on Biscayne Bay once more, the 98th Bacardi Cup and BCIR are gearing up to host an even larger and more diverse fleet than ever before, solidifying their reputation as two of the most prestigious events on the global sailing stage.

Morris' Dark Horse Leads Bacardi Winter Series Ranking

With just over two weeks until the start of the Bacardi Invitational Regatta for the Melges 24 Class—the grand finale of the Winter Series—the racing is more intense than ever. After two events, Cuyler Morris' Dark Horse leads the overall standings, closely followed by Canada’s Richard Reid on Zingara and 2025 Midwinter Champion Peter McClennen racing Gamecock.

Nefeli Triumphs in Melges 24, Bacardi WS N.2

Three days of exceptional sailing on Biscayne Bay, January 24-26, set the stage to make Bacardi Winter Series 2 a perfect event. Miami delivered stunning weather and challenging conditions that tested every aspect of performance.

Fleet Closes In on Brescia After Day Two of Racing at Bacardi

A sunny, breezy day greeted the Melges 24 fleet on Day 2 of the Bacardi Winter Series Event 2. Overnight leader Paolo Brescia’s Melgina continued to top the Class leaderboard whilst facing increased pressure from a tightly packed fleet.

Melgina Shines On Day 1 at Bacardi Winter Series 2

The opening day of the Bacardi Winter Series Event 2, January 24-26, brought puffy, shifty conditions to Biscayne Bay, rewarding those who could interpret the very nuanced racetrack. Paolo Brescia’s Melges 24 ‘Melgina’ controlled the fleet in the moderate north-westerly breeze. Conditions of 8-12 knots, with the occasional gust, challenged everyone, while unexpectedly chilly weather caught some by surprise.

Dark Horse / Team RRH — Declared Winners at Bacardi Winter Series Event 1

The highly anticipated Bacardi Winter Series Event 1, held December 14-15 on Biscayne Bay, Miami, faced tough conditions as strong winds impacted the racing schedule for the 46 participating teams.

Big Breeze and a Big Win for ‘Dark Horse’ on Day One at Bacardi Winter Series

The two-day Bacardi Winter Series Event 1 opened today, Saturday, December 14, for the forty-six teams racing Biscayne Bay, Miami. The strong breeze set the stage for a spectacular and thrilling showcase of speed, skill and teamwork.

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