Day 4 of the Melges 24 World Championship ended without racing as light conditions from a stubborn high-pressure system stalled over the Gulf of Trieste. With only three races completed so far, the entire championship will now be decided on Saturday’s final day.
Read MoreDay 3 of the Melges 24 World Championship saw light and tactical racing in the Gulf of Trieste, where Peter McClennen’s Gamecock (USA), with Jeremy Wilmot calling tactics, led wire-to-wire to claim the only race of the day. The result boosted Gamecock into fourth overall, just behind fellow American campaigns Sentinel and Dark Horse.
Read MoreRacing finally got underway at the 2025 Melges 24 World Championship, and the Gulf of Trieste delivered in dramatic fashion. Two high-intensity races were sailed in strong Bora winds, with gusts nearing 30 knots in the opener. The heavy conditions caused multiple breakdowns, a dismasting, a collision, and even a man overboard, though all crews returned safely.
Read MoreThe highly anticipated Melges 24 World Championship officially began at Yacht Club Adriaco today, though no races were completed due to unpredictable weather. Storms in the morning and light, shifting winds delayed the fleet of 70 boats, forcing Race Officer Giancarlo Crevatin and IM24CA Event Coordinator David Bartol to postpone the opening day’s racing.
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 MoreJaime Torres, owner and helm of Smile and Wave (Melges 24 #829) and longtime member of Davis Island Yacht Club in Tampa, Florida, spent the summer chasing fast winds and intense competition across the Great Lakes. From Muskegon to Tecumseh, Jaime and his crew immersed themselves in the Quantum Melges 24 Great Lake Cup Series, testing boat speed, teamwork, and strategy against top-level sailors.
Read MoreThe 24’s of Summer Regatta is coming to Davis Island Yacht Club in Tampa Bay, offering an incredible opportunity for sailors to enjoy first-class Melges 24 racing in some of the best waters of Florida.
Read MoreThe 2025 Melges 24 Fall Championship is almost here, taking place October 4–5 at Lake Geneva Yacht Club. This regatta is a true favorite on the Melges 24 calendar, offering top-tier racing, camaraderie, and one of the most scenic venues in the country.
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 MoreWe’re excited to announce that registration is officially open for the 2025 North American Championship, taking place January 23–25, 2026 in Miami, Florida.
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.
Read MoreThe inaugural Melges 24 Tahoe Championship, hosted by the South Lake Tahoe Windjammers Yacht Club, took place August 22–24, and it was a weekend to remember. Fourteen boats lined up for the very first edition of this event, delivering plenty of competitive sailing—and a fair share of drama on the waters of Lake Tahoe.
Read MoreThe 2025 Guardians of the Great Lakes Melges 24 Regatta, hosted by the Grand Traverse Yacht Club in Traverse City, Michigan, once again delivered on its reputation as one of the highlights of the Midwest racing season. This year’s edition, the third of four stages in the 2025 Quantum Sails Melges 24 Great Lakes Cup Series, brought together 22 teams for a weekend of competitive racing and classic Traverse City camaraderie.
Read MoreThe Lake Geneva Yacht Club is excited to welcome sailors back for the 2025 Melges 24 Fall Championship, taking place October 4–5. This regatta has long been a favorite on the Melges 24 calendar, offering world-class racing, warm hospitality, and one of the most scenic backdrops in the country.
Read MoreOnline registration is now open for the Melges 24s of Summer Regatta, taking place October 17–18 at the Davis Island Yacht Club in Tampa, FL.
Read MoreRegister to race the 2025 Canadian National Championship by Friday, August 1st to avoid the late fee and secure your place on the starting line. It’s a fantastic time of year to sail and an incredible venue to cap off the Quantum Great Lakes Cup Series.
Read MoreDue 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.
Read MoreThe Melges 24 North American Championship, originally slated for December 12-14, 2025, has officially been rescheduled and will now take place January 23–25, 2026, in coordination with Bacardi Winter Series event No. 1. This three-day event will serve as the perfect kickoff for an exciting year of Melges 24 racing in 2026.
Read MoreThe Columbia Gorge One Design Regatta, held July 26–27 and hosted by the Columbia Gorge Racing Association, delivered classic Gorge conditions—flat water, big breeze, and thrilling downwind rides tailor-made for the Melges 24. The event once again showcased why the Gorge remains one of the most exciting venues for high-performance one-design racing in North America.
Read MoreIt’s that time again… The IM24CA AGM will take place later this year and in preparation, the U.S. Melges 24 Class is reaching out to its current membership for any submissions regarding the Class constitution, future events, class rules, technical issues, regatta regulations and general policies.
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