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Moonbeam of Fife III yacht and Mariquita yacht at Richard Mille Cup Regatta 2023

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Moonbeam IV yacht launched after refit at JFA Yachts

Moonbeam IV yacht in Cannes 

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For seasoned yachties and newbies alike, attending a sailing regatta is one of the true highlights of the yachting calendar. Here, we present everything you need to know about the top regattas all around the world, with some hints and tips from industry experts on how to make the most of every minute.&nbsp;Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup (3-9 September 2023)Returning for its 33rd edition in 2023, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/179" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup - 2023">Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup</a> is a racing-orientated event, with the very best of the racing community found on board – from young sailors keen to bank experience on these racing machines to Olympic medalists and world champions.From the historical J Class to the newest high-performance yachts, since its first inception in 1980, the industry’s most talented sailors have gathered together amidst the rocky scenery and turquoise waters of Costa Smeralda to compete at the highest levels, with a record 50-strong fleet participating last year.There will be a key difference in this year’s edition, as <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2826" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Club Costa Smeralda (Company)">YCCS</a> Sports Director Edoardo Recchi highlights: “For the first time ever, we will also have a multihull division. We are very excited about having a new kind of racer at the<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/179" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup - 2023">&nbsp;Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup</a>. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2826" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Club Costa Smeralda (Company)">Yacht Club Costa Smeralda</a> has always paid attention to the evolution of the sail racing world and this opening up to multihulls proves it.”<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/47186/image/large-7bda43b55596ed4eaf29bbf627b70726.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/47186">Monaco Classic Week (13-16 September 2023)La Belle Classe biennial event hosted by the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/4337" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Yacht Club de Monaco (Company)">Monaco Yacht Club</a> is a gathering that celebrates both sailing and motor yachts from 12-foot to 80-metres. The event echoes the first motorboat meetings in 1904, this event is the only one to bring together the most beautiful traditional sailing boats, with vintage motor-yachts and old motorboats, to which a fleet of 12′ Dinghies has been added for four the last editions.In every edition of the event, classic yachts such as Mariella, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2103" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Puritan38.4m (125'12&quot;)Electric Boat1931">Puritan</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/11294" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Orianda 25.9m (84'12&quot;)J. Ring Andersen Skibsvaerft1937">Orianda</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2093" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Invader49.3m (161'9&quot;)Lawley1905">Invader</a>&nbsp;parry in front of Monaco Marina, while the smaller motor boat classes shoot through the waves. The event is a true celebration of all yachts classic and is a great opportunity to see a spectrum of beautifully restored boats.&nbsp;Les Régates Royales Cannes (24-30 September 2023)Founded in the mid-1800s, the yachting heritage of Cannes is one of the oldest in the Mediterranean and every September the tiny seaside town plays host to a spectacle of sailing yachts of all classes and ages.&nbsp;A week of regattas off the Lerins Islands for a fleet divided into eight categories according to the size, age and rigging of the yachts. An exceptional gathering as the largest and most famous yachts of the last century and before come to compete such as the majestic <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3188" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Elena of London55.0m (180'5&quot;)Factoria Naval Marin2009">Elena of London</a>, 55-metre, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/829" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Herreshoff (Company)">Nathanaël Herreshoff</a> design built in 2009, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1818" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Cambria41.15m (135'0&quot;)William Fife & Sons1928">Cambria</a>, 41-metre, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1109" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="William Fife & Sons (Company)">William Fife</a> design built in 1928, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2343" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunshine36.85m (120'11&quot;)Myanmar Shipyards2003">Sunshine</a> 36.85-metre, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1110" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="William Fife (Company)">William Fife</a> design built in 2003, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2101" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Aschanti IV of Vegesack34.8m (114'2&quot;)Burmester1954">Aschanti IV of Vegesack</a> 34.67-metre, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1232" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Henry Gruber (Company)">Henry Gruber</a> design built in 1954, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1864" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonbeam of Fife III30.94m (101'6&quot;)William Fife & Sons1903">Moonbeam of Fife III</a> 30.94-metre, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1109" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="William Fife & Sons (Company)">William Fife</a> design built in 1903 and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2342" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonbeam IV32.1m (105'4&quot;)William Fife & Sons1920">Moonbeam IV</a>, 32.1-metre, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1109" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="William Fife & Sons (Company)">William Fife</a> design built in 1914. The event should be on the list for any sailing enthusiast and the town of Cannes is a wonderful base for this historic regatta.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/283380/image/large-e434ea0edef7ecf9fc716834cdfdbfae.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/283380">Les Voiles de St Tropez (1-7 October 2023) Drawing the Mediterranean superyacht racing season to a suitably fabulous conclusion is the enduringly-popular and prestigious Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez, representing one of the largest gatherings of Maxi yachts in the world.The event is a yacht-spotter’s paradise, as Pierre Roison, President of the Société Nautique de Saint-Tropez, organizer of the event, highlights: “Every year, there are new boats to discover or to rediscover at Les Voiles. Last year saw the return of the extraordinary 1902 three-masted yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2266" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shenandoah of Sark55.08m (180'9&quot;)Townsend & Downey1902">Shenandoah of Sark</a>, which is 55.08-metres long and belonged to Baron Bich, who used it as his flagship to attend the regattas when he was competing in America’s Cup.”He continues: “Saint-Tropez is the only place in France where you can see the futuristic Wally yachts in action. Another example, we were privileged to see the cutting-edge maxi Flying Nikka, a 19-metre articulated foiler built by an Italian team and designed to exceed 40 knots at top speed.”Superyacht Challenge Antigua (March 2024) Serving as a welcome kick-off to the regatta season each year is the Superyacht Challenge Antigua. Held annually in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Nelson’s Dockyard, the race begins and ends just off English Harbour and is made up of daily pursuit races, as well as an optional race around the island.Famous for its laid-back atmosphere, those competing in the Superyacht Challenge Antigua are divided into three classes (buccaneers, corsairs and privateers) and are awarded Caribbean barrels of rum for their successes. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/219539/image/large-eda4015f563d6bef20bdd258c92d9401.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/219539">The Superyacht Challenge Antigua is the perfect event for racing newbies, as Co-founder Paul Deeth explains: “You will find great racing in a relaxed and friendly setting which is ideal for owners experiencing superyacht racing for the first time. We offer a superyacht ‘classic’ class, which means yachts can race with their standard sails and do not need a lot of extra crew, which helps to keep the pressure off.”<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/199" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="St. Barths Bucket Regatta - 2024">St Barths Bucket Regatta</a>&nbsp;(March 2024)&nbsp;Distinctive for its sheer number of superyacht entries, the regatta calendar would not be complete without mention of the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/199" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="St. Barths Bucket Regatta - 2024">St Barths Bucket</a>, which sees as many as 35 superyachts of all shapes and sizes descending on the Caribbean island to enjoy nail-biting racing in a beautifully picturesque setting.The Bucket is also known for its top-notch social programme, with six of the 31 entries this year being social ones, in which yacht owners and guests can make the most of the recreational aspects of the Bucket without racing – whether that is the Bucket’s shoreside parties, spectacular local beaches or world-renowned shopping and restaurants.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/283379/image/large-c1d8a0d7d9c638a74da544c6b067a788.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/283379">Due to its popularity, it is worth planning your travels to the Bucket well ahead of time, as Peter Craig, Event Director and Race Chairman highlights: “Whether you are racing or race viewing, you need to plan well in advance. Our local businesses claim that ‘Bucket Week’ is the busiest of the year – and that includes Christmas and New Year, so it is important to be very organised when booking accommodation.”Les Voiles de St Barth Richard Mille (April 2024) Despite being a relatively new addition to the racing scene, Les Voiles de St Barth Richard Mille is on the bucket list of many seasoned sailors, thanks to its blend of intense island racing and incredible scenery with a fantastic après sailing atmosphere. Come for the racing, stay for the nightlife, as event organiser and co-founder François Tolède explains: “Every evening the race village vibrates with incredible concerts and projections of the day's races on a massive screen. We also have our famous crew party which brings together more than 1,000 guests for a huge laser show, food, a bar, music, DJs and much more.”This article is featured in the 45th edition of the SuperYacht Times newspaper.&nbsp;<a href="https://shop.superyachttimes.com/report/the-superyacht-times-subscription" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="">Subscribe now</a>&nbsp;to receive your copy straight to your door and never miss another issue.

How to prepare for a regatta

Georgia Tindale takes a deep dive into the 2023/2024 regatta calendar to share expert insight into the most exciting weeks of the year.

Wind in your sails: Preparing for the upcoming regatta calendar 

<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/745" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="JFA Yachts (Company)">JFA Yachts</a>, the renowned French shipyard, proudly celebrates its 30th anniversary this year, showcasing its remarkable achievements in the world of custom yacht construction. Since its inception in 1993, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/745" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="JFA Yachts (Company)">JFA Yachts</a> has delivered numerous exceptional projects, both in the sailing and motor yacht sectors. Today, the shipyard has established itself as a global specialist not only in building unique custom yachts but also in providing top-notch maintenance and refit services for large yachts.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/275503/image/large-322a61f54a3f50b238202fb0e46f653a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/275503">In an era when <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/745" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="JFA Yachts (Company)">JFA Yachts</a> is ambitiously working on its largest in-house construction to date and venturing into new markets, the shipyard's founders, Frederic Jaouen and Frederic Breuilly, alongside long standing partners Brigitte Jaouen-Guennec and Michel Siou, are embarking on a change of ownership process. This strategic move, once completed, will pave the way for three dedicated collaborators to assume leadership roles, ensuring the shipyard's continuity and future development in the illustrious Port of Concarneau, to which it is firmly anchored.A remarkable journey of people and technologyFrederic Jaouen fondly recalls his birth in Concarneau, right in front of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/745" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="JFA Yachts (Company)">JFA Yachts</a>' current premises, which led him to establish the shipyard alongside his friend Frederic Breuilly. Over the years, the shipyard's significant growth in terms of infrastructure, expertise, and industrial partnerships has been greatly influenced by the rich human and industrial network in the region. This network has also fostered deep-rooted connections among <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/745" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="JFA Yachts (Company)">JFA Yachts</a>' employees, whether local or from afar, who play a pivotal role in an industry where craftsmanship and technical excellence reign supreme. Within the shipyard facilities, around fifty skilled professionals, including metal workers, welders, mechanics, cabinet makers, composite specialists, engineers, technicians, and administrative and sales executives, work collaboratively in their respective teams.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/275502/image/large-6d425a8e47bb8e838d91cbd6d82d9df4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/275502">The Port of Concarneau has also witnessed remarkable transformations over time. Since 1998, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/745" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="JFA Yachts (Company)">JFA Yachts</a> has invested in its own facilities, steadily expanding its presence. Today, the shipyard boasts an impressive array of halls along Quai des Seychelles, complemented by a recently purchased hall dedicated to composite construction.Embracing uniqueness through custom craftsmanshipDevoted to crafting one-of-a-kind yachts that stand apart from serial production models, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/745" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="JFA Yachts (Company)">JFA Yachts</a> shines through its diverse portfolio of accomplishments throughout the years. Listing all their emblematic projects is a challenging task. Currently, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/745" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="JFA Yachts (Company)">JFA Yachts</a> is crafting a 50-metre motor yacht in its largest hall, marking a significant milestone in the shipyard's history. Some notable yachts built by the shipyard include:Kermor (1993): <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/745" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="JFA Yachts (Company)">JFA Yachts</a>' maiden delivery, a 23-metre sloop sailboat later renamed Runaway Bunny.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/275508/image/large-cb88dbdf790d99699e18ee8c224c00c4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/275508"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1424" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeepaard37.18m (121'12&quot;)JFA Yachts2003">Axantha</a> (2003): <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/745" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="JFA Yachts (Company)">JFA</a>'s inaugural motor yacht, measuring 37.18-metre in length, now called <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1424" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Zeepaard37.18m (121'12&quot;)JFA Yachts2003">Zeepaard</a>. The owner was so delighted that they commissioned a second vessel with similar features, albeit significantly larger in size. The result was <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2617" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Eagle43.0m (141'1&quot;)JFA Yachts2011">Axantha II</a>, now <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2617" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sea Eagle43.0m (141'1&quot;)JFA Yachts2011">Sea Eagle</a>, a 43m masterpiece delivered in 2011.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/275507/image/large-1ffe4a5edf9fff80e693f282b4dff152.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/275507"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/6746" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Hortense 27.5m (90'3&quot;)JFA Yachts2009">Hortense</a> (2009): JFA's 27.5-metre motor sailor that has traversed oceans, including the Antarctic.<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1480" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Bystander42.18m (138'5&quot;)JFA Yachts2006">Bystander</a> (2007): A neoclassical motor yacht and escort vessel of Class J <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/251" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Velsheda39.4m (129'3&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1933">Velsheda</a>, renowned worldwide and honored with the most beautiful yacht award by the International Superyacht Society in the United States.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/257474/image/large-2afe947d003c96927debd18affb26b64.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/257474"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2553" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mousetrap33.5m (109'11&quot;)JFA Yachts2012">Mousetrap</a> (2012): At the time, the largest sailing catamaran ever built in carbon fibre, measuring 33.50-metres.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/257819/image/large-b6f8c936404dc4f991de67ddd784a2cd.jpeg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/257819"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5643" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="WindQuest26.25m (86'1&quot;)JFA Yachts2014">WindQuest</a> (2014): A 26.25-metre catamaran, the inaugural vessel from the "semi-custom" Long Island series. This series has seen three units delivered in 2014, 2018, and 2021, respectively.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/275510/image/large-9c97ba7ba42fc614cffb31ddbb104610.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/275510">Unwavering commitment to maintenance and refitSince its inception in the 1990s, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/745" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="JFA Yachts (Company)">JFA Yachts</a> has consistently undertaken maintenance and refit projects for both modern and classic large sailing and motor yachts. Examples include the complete rebuild and enlargement of the schooner <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1030" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Six Plus Two38.0m (124'8&quot;)Cammenga1972">Magistral&nbsp;</a>in 1999, the 42.9-metre modern sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1892" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Guillemot42.9m (140'9&quot;)Vitters Shipyard2004">Guillemot</a>, and the legendary sailing yachts <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5208" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mariquita38.1m (125'0&quot;)William Fife & Sons1911">Mariquita</a> (1911) and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2342" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonbeam IV32.1m (105'4&quot;)William Fife & Sons1920">Moonbeam IV</a> (1914), two classic yachts designed by renowned English architect <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1109" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="William Fife & Sons (Company)">William Fife</a>.To date, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/745" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="JFA Yachts (Company)">JFA Yachts</a> has delivered 31 distinctive new builds and undertaken over 45 refit and maintenance projects. One of the shipyard's strengths lies in its ability to establish a solid reputation in both the sailing and motor yacht markets, spanning monohulls and multihulls, and employing various construction materials. The common thread among these custom vessels is their penchant for intensive sailing, often venturing into remote destinations.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229181/image/large-5f9f24cce57f180d502225854ecfb70f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229181">A new era of leadershipThe shipyard's founders, Frederic Jaouen (President), Frederic Breuilly (Production Director), and Brigitte Jaouen (Director of Administration and Finance), were soon joined by Michel Siou (Project Manager). While Frederic Breuilly has since retired, the remaining three partners are committed to ensuring the shipyard's continuity. In pursuit of this goal, they have initiated a takeover process that positions long standing collaborators with similar backgrounds and extensive knowledge of the shipyard's operations for future leadership roles.The three associates set to embark on this human and entrepreneurial adventure are: Gael Douguet: Sales Manager, who first encountered the shipyard in 1999 and joined the team in 2004. Vincent Balouin: Technical and Project Management Director, who became part of the shipyard in 2005, and Dominique Rouchon: Project Manager for Interior Works, who joined the shipyard in 2008.With a collective experience of over 50 years, these new shareholders will work in tandem, guided by the unwavering commitment of Frederic Jaouen as President. Over the medium term, they will become controlling shareholders with the guidance of BFR Investissements, represented by Eric Brulé.&nbsp;Eric Brulé emphasizes that this change of ownership presents an opportunity for the shipyard to leverage the expertise and motivation of its buyer partners. Additionally, it is commendable that Frederic Jaouen has decided to perpetuate the company and ensure its continued success in Concarneau.Building on success and expanding horizons- Looking ahead, the three controlling shareholders, each in their respective domains, will remain focused on achieving common objectives:- Sustaining the shipyard's historical market niche by constructing custom super yachts, such as the ongoing 50-meter project.-&nbsp;Strengthening the Long Island catamaran series.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/187892/image/large-848b41bdece5f16ccc308a559b3c094b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/187892">Regularly undertaking refit projectsEnhancing the shipyard's competencies in composite construction, enabling expansion into new emerging markets within the composite construction industry. It is worth noting that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/745" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="JFA Yachts (Company)">JFA Yachts</a> has already delivered two yacht tenders and commenced construction of an 18-metre pilot boat for the French Lighthouses and Beacons Service earlier this year.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/275515/image/large-1c78404b323309a8c5f38ff83981e621.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/275515">The versatility of <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/745" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="JFA Yachts (Company)">JFA Yachts</a>, combined with the unwavering passion and expertise of its dedicated collaborators, undoubtedly positions the shipyard as a key player in the European and French yacht-building markets, ensuring its enduring success for years to come.

JFA Yachts celebrates 30th anniversary

French shipyard JFA Yachts is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year and ensuring its future.

JFA Yachts marks 30 years of success and ensures a promising future

A fleet of classic sailing yachts have once again descended on Falmouth in the United Kingdom for the inaugural <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Richard Mille Cup - 2023">Richard Mille Cup</a> Regatta. The Royal Cornwall Yacht Club (RCYC) is hosting the event, which will see coastal racing in the bay.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/274399/image/large-54a5edcc0a525281fed945c7ccb5d387.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/274399">The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Richard Mille Cup - 2023">Richard Mille Cup</a> intends to establish itself as a global reference and become a highly anticipated event in the yachting calendar for sailing enthusiasts worldwide. The event involves three days of inshore racing 800-metres off Pendennis Point.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/274241/image/large-15f8a1f81a4fedf1c0c4d864819fc45c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/274241"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/274332/image/large-90408355d4d9e12a6b98d41e9e67a274.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/274332"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/274448/image/large-a8907820e154d895223247fbba71d33c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/274448"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/274384/image/large-a59af138acfde64f68dfc9cd6c4342b1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/274384">Depending on the weather, the yachts will race to the Manacles turning mark up to Fowey and back to Falmouth again. On Wednesday, 14 June, the fleet will sail to Dartmouth, then to Cowes and finally arrive at Le Havre.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/273957/image/large-fa535908b5220e97bb1ced768f277cd0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/273957"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/274426/image/large-a365ddad6e3af1b9cd1c4fe2da891018.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/274426"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/274401/image/large-f280fdbef5c0d350af8c767e7150ffd6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/274401"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/274383/image/large-dcc9391817ca6a207d7f1d66c2a0716f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/274383">The race is expected to see between 15 and 18 entries in two classes, schooners and cutters. Some of the yachts attending include the 64.5-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/150" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Atlantic64.5m (211'7&quot;)Van der Graaf B.V.2010">Atlantic</a>, the 36.94-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4978" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Wolfhound36.94m (121'2&quot;)GraafShip2021">Wolfhound</a> and the triple-masted schooner <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1613" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Adix64.85m (212'9&quot;)Astilleros de Mallorca S.A.1984">Adix</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/274421/image/large-cdb31115c18b29e51f3d0caa43d89e55.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/274421"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/274444/image/large-cf604ace1dfbe976eee9fd5db2f3f27d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/274444"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/274330/image/large-52b3cec88f5c358cf987a0c1074304b1.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/274330"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/274415/image/large-0e2b85106a586ca6701baa7db0f8b5a0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/274415"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/274242/image/large-04b53f518376eca3d2b55de6d1af132e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/274242"><a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1613" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Adix64.85m (212'9&quot;)Astilleros de Mallorca S.A.1984">Adix</a> is well-known in these waters following numerous refits at the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/209" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Pendennis Shipyard Ltd (Company)">Pendennis</a> superyacht facility in previous years. Also attending will be <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1190" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mariette of 191542.06m (137'12&quot;)Herreshoff1915">Mariette of 1915</a> and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2085" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Altair40.8m (133'10&quot;)William Fife & Sons1931">Altair</a>, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/8620" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Tuiga 28.01m (91'11&quot;)William Fife1909">Tuiga</a> as well as cutters <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/5208" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mariquita38.1m (125'0&quot;)William Fife & Sons1911">Mariquita</a>, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1864" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonbeam of Fife III30.94m (101'6&quot;)William Fife & Sons1903">Moonbeam</a>, and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2342" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonbeam IV32.1m (105'4&quot;)William Fife & Sons1920">Moonbeam IV</a>.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/274438/image/large-58a93c0d7941fd579e1b7965a53630f6.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/274438">The sterling silver <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Event/201" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Richard Mille Cup - 2023">Richard Mille Cup</a> trophy measures one-metre high and has been created by the House of Garrard, the former crown jeweller to the British royal family. The trophy will be awarded to the winner of the regatta in a ceremony at the end of the racing.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/274334/image/large-3793cc36b785830220c0d857f95fab48.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/274334">

Richard Mille Cup Regatta 2023 begins in Falmouth

A fleet of classic sailing yachts have once again descended on Falmouth in the United Kingdom for the inaugural Richard Mille Cup Regatta.

In Pictures: Classic sailing yachts in Falmouth at the Richard Mille Cup Regatta 2023

Global yacht brokerage <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/124" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Edmiston (Company)">Edmiston</a> has announced the retirement of classic sailing yacht broker, Mike Horsley. He has been a key player in the sailing yacht world for two decades and has spent the past 18 years leading the Classic Yachts team at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/124" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Edmiston (Company)">Edmiston</a> in Antibes. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/264914/image/large-48ca8b28964684b1dec2b9b512f7228e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/264914">Much like his father, Mike’s passion for boats began at a young age, where he enjoyed a home education out at sea until the age of 13. After finishing secondary school in 1990, Mike joined his father’s company, Malcolm J. Horsley International, before taking over the business following his father’s untimely death in 1991.The business rose up the ranks and was purchased by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/124" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Edmiston (Company)">Edmiston</a> in 2005, where Mike set up the specialist Classic Yachts team within <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/124" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Edmiston (Company)">Edmiston</a>. The brokerage remains the only major house to have its own classic department which is of considerable pride to the company.During his time at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/124" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Edmiston (Company)">Edmiston</a>, Mike has accumulated some notable successes, including the sale of the 36.58-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1276" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Shamrock V36.58m (120'0&quot;)Camper & Nicholsons Shipyard1930">Shamrock V</a> and 42.06-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1190" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Mariette of 191542.06m (137'12&quot;)Herreshoff1915">Mariette of 1915</a> twice, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2342" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonbeam IV32.1m (105'4&quot;)William Fife & Sons1920">Moonbeam IV</a> three times and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1864" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonbeam of Fife III30.94m (101'6&quot;)William Fife & Sons1903">Moonbeam of Fife III</a> four times.&nbsp;Mike will continue to be an advisory voice for the classic yacht sector at Edmiston, with his experience and breadth of knowledge greatly missed by his colleagues, the sailing yacht network and the wider industry.

Sailing yacht broker Mike Horsley retires from Edmiston

Edmiston has announced the retirement of classic sailing yacht broker, Mike Horsley after 18 years at the company.

Classic sailing yacht broker Mike Horsley retires after 18 years at Edmiston

The classic 32.1-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/1109" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="William Fife & Sons (Company)">William Fife &amp; Sons</a> sailing yacht <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2342" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonbeam IV32.1m (105'4&quot;)William Fife & Sons1920">Moonbeam IV</a> has been relaunched after an extensive refit at <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/745" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="JFA Yachts (Company)">JFA Yachts</a>. One of the most famous classic yachts from one of the best known designers, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2342" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonbeam IV32.1m (105'4&quot;)William Fife & Sons1920">Moonbeam IV</a> was launched in Scotland 1914.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229184/image/large-e97eb4f3699452690e5715af9e53010d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229184"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229178/image/large-c1860124acfe77b61c390681b7d7b514.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229178">The shipyard worked in collaboration with renowned expert in naval carpentry Hubert Stagnol, who brought expert assistance to the refit project. The refit project included major restoration works to her hull and rig, which is made from Oregon pine.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229181/image/large-5f9f24cce57f180d502225854ecfb70f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229181"><img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229177/image/large-5be232a68e44f10564f520860ae4c999.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229177">The hull, entirely constructed in teak wood, was striped and overhauled. Some pieces of wood as well as the sea cock were replaced. Then, a new topcoat, Vanilla White Awlgrip topcoat, was applied to the hull.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229180/image/large-4615efa9466e39c1cb992ecb388f6bdb.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229180">The skylights were restored by <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/745" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="JFA Yachts (Company)">JFA Yachts</a>’ carpenters, while Hubert Stagnol’s co-workers sanded and re-varnished the bulwarks and the rig. It is worth mentioning that the head mast was also replaced.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229183/image/large-862756b6fcf347f00701fda4bbf7b2e4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229183">Following her refit, the yacht travelled to Brest where she collected her new sails and undergo sea trials. After the necessary training, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2342" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Moonbeam IV32.1m (105'4&quot;)William Fife & Sons1920">Moonbean IV</a> is now heading towards Scotland to participate in the Fife Regatta that will take place from 10 to 17 June, 2022 in Fairlie.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/229182/image/large-6d63649f82b19903984931dd3bd0a302.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/229182">The yacht's new owners have chosen Brittany as her new home port and she will return to <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/745" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="JFA Yachts (Company)">JFA Yachts</a> for additional works in Autumn 2022.&nbsp;

Classic Fife sailing yacht Moonbeam IV completes refit

The historic Fife yacht Moonbeam IV has been relaunched after a refit at JFA Yachts.

The historic 32m Fife sloop Moonbeam IV completes refit at JFA Yachts

The 20th edition of the Superyacht Cup in Palma will not only be a display of the most innovative and high-tech sailing yachts afloat today, but will also cater to the more purist of sailing fans with a special showcase of an impressive field of large classic super yachts in a friendly battle outside Palma de Mallorca.

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Taking place on Wednesday 22nd June, the day ahead of the official race day, a fleet of up to eight sailing yachts will sail a course from the waters off Dique del Oest to Isle de Sech where they will finish off the harbour wall in front of the iconic Cathedral of Santa Maria. The Big Class Day Sail as it is known will commence at approximately 13:00 and feature known classics such as Mariette, Germania Nova, and Elena. Participants in the class ranges from 24 metres to 60 metres in length including Kelpie, Moonbeam IV, Naema and Shenadoah.

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The exact course to be followed by the fleet is dependant on prevailing weather conditions on the day.

A gathering of the classics during the 2016 Superyacht Cup

The entry list continued to grow for the 2013 Camper &amp; Nicholsons Trophée Bailli de Suffren, as the 55m (180 foot) Elena picked up the gauntlet thrown down by the similar sized Atlantic. These two classic schooners are set to go head-to-head in the three-leg offshore race from Saint-Tropez to Malta.Built In 2009, Elena is a reincarnation of the 1910 Nathanial Herreschoff schooner. Carrying 1,800 metres of sail downwind, she is regularly seen competing in the Voiles de Saint-Tropez and is considered by many to be one of the most beautiful sailing yachts afloat today.Also announcing their entries were the two William Fife gaff cutters Mariska (27m/90ft) and Moonbeam IV (32m/105ft). Dating from 1908 and 1914 respectively, these two historic yachts should be evenly matched on the water and are expected to provide their own match racing excitement as well as vying for overall honours.According to Sean Purdy, C&amp;N Marinas’ Marketing Director, 2013 looks set to be a vintage year for the Bailli de Suffren. “The names of Herreschoff and Fife are legendary,” he said. “And these yachts possess a grandeur and elegance that is truly unique. It will be fantastic to see them competing on the kind of offshore course that they were originally built for.”The event is open to classic yachts of 11m or longer, and was won last year by the 20m (66ft) White Dolphin. The race starts from Saint-Tropez on Saturday 22 June, and entries close on 15 June.Camper &amp; Nicholsons Trophée Bailli de Suffren <a href="http://www.bdsrace.com" target="_blank">www.bdsrace.com</a>

Classic entries grow for Trophée Bailli de Suffren

From September 29 to October 7, the Voiles de Saint-Tropez gathered the largest Classic, Modern or Wally Yachts for a week of regatta. There were nearly thirty boats equipped with Incidences Sails such as Moonbeam 3 and 4, Lelantina or Thendara in the Classic Class, who had a wonderful time on the different races held in the Bay of Saint-Tropez. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/141261/image/large-2468681c245219974fd0af18302c0720.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141261">In the Wally Class, 8 races were run during which the yacht Genie, led by Prince Charles de Bourbon-Siciles, was fully in control of the situation. Equipped with Incidences sails for the past 2 years after the new mast installation; the 77 feet yacht signs here her prettiest performance. "We have been working very closely with Incidences for the past two years" says Nicolas Marchand, manager of Genie. "We made a real substantive work, with Bertrand Cudennec and Ronan Floch, and they focused on research and development to achieve this result today. This is the outcome of a great team work which will be carried on in the long term. " Genie manager has also chosen to surround himself with an original crew. Consisting of talented offshore racing and match racing sailors, from Brittany and the Mediterranean, the Prince’s crew put their full knowledge into practice for the occasion. "We have decided to increase the competences on board," says Nicolas Marchand. "We had three Incidences representatives: Yoann Richomme, Quentin Ponroy and Sébastien Audigane who was in charge of the navigation; to which we added several sailors from offshore racing and the Mini Class, like Rémi Beauvais or Clement Giraud. We also benefited from the expertise of Damien Iehl for the tactics.” A new selection which paid off in this environment that is more used to Anglo-Saxon crew. Final race of the season in the northern hemisphere, the Voiles de Saint-Tropez were also the opportunity for Incidences Sails and his President Yannick Richomme to meet customers and partners on the event. Initiated and organized by Philippe Touët at the Hotel Sube in the harbor, the evening was a great success for the 200 guests. "The guests enjoyed the opportunity to meet the new direction. Incidences Sails is keen to further integrate the Super Yachts market and we created a good opportunity to discuss with our clients and offer our expertise to the owners who may be interested in our sails" explains Philippe. "This is the first time we organized such a party on an event, and it won’t be the last." Incidences Sails Super Yachts +33 (0)4 94 52 91 81 <a href="mailto:mediterranee@incidences-sails.com?subject=Article%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">mediterranee@incidences-sails.com</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.incidences-sails.com/">www.incidences-sails.com</a>

Incidences Sails on the Voiles de Saint-Tropez

After 10 international events that attracted more than 600 classic sailing yachts, the Panerai Classic Yachts Challenge 2012 drew to a close with the 34th edition of the Régates Royales (25th-29th September) at Cannes. The stunning Cote d’Azur provided the backdrop as around 90 stunningly beautiful classic yachts did battle over four races held in very variable conditions that included rain and gusting winds, delivering some truly extraordinarily spectacular sailing in the process.  <div style="display: none;"> </div> <object class="BrightcoveExperience" id="myExperience1877048318001"><param name="bgcolor" value="#FFFFFF">
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<param name="@videoPlayer" value="1877048318001"> </object> The winning yachts on the Panerai Classic Yachts Challenge Mediterranean Circuit, which spanned rounds in Italy, France and Spain, were Moonbeam IV in the Big Boat category, Leonore in the Vintage class and Naïf in the Classic. Their names will now go down in the Roll of Honour of the leading international circuit sponsored by Officine Panerai for the eighth consecutive year. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/141154/image/large-c81a13ac2dc836b4165ecdd5e2c249e4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141154">Moonbeam IV is a 35-metre fore and aft cutter designed and built at the Fife yard in Fairlie in Scotland in 1914. Between 1950 and 1959, she was owned by Prince Rainier of Monaco who renamed her Deo Juvante in honour of the Grimaldi family motto. Since 2007, Moonbeam IV has won all of the leading classic sailing regattas in the Mediterranean including Antibes, Barcelona, Mahon and Cannes. In 2012, she took part in three stages of the circuit, on each occasion with a crew of around 30. This is Moonbeam IV’s second consecutive year to win the Panerai Trophy for the Big Boats category.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/141155/image/large-45d5511670fbdef4c32ed07ffb088cf0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141155">Leonore is a 15-metre Marconi sloop built in Norway in 1926 to a Johan Anker design. She is a Q Class, a category of boats designed in line with the Universal Rule which was developed by American designer and builder Nathanael Herreshoff. This year, Leonore competed in all five stages of the Panerai circuit and she was helped to her overall class victory by a cruise of former America’s Cup champions that included the legendary Mauro Pelaschier, Mauro Piani and Daniele Gabrielli. The same historic crew also formerly won two other Panerai trophies aboard the 1937 California 32 Amorita and the 1939 yawl Peter. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/141156/image/large-6ae77742cc50e996a6386b1cc5b5a775.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141156">Naïf is a 13.43-metre Marconi sloop built at the Carlini yard in Rimini in 1973 to a design by American Dick Carter. She is currently helmed by the son of former Italian industrialist Raul Gardini, Ivan Gardini who, in 2004, bought back the boat his father had built for the 1973 Admiral’s Cup and Fasnet. Naïf had a crew of around 12 for this circuit. The overall winners of the Régates Royales itself were Thendara (Big Boats), Leonore (Vintage), Arcadia (Classics) and Catleya (Spirit of Tradition). The owner of each of the aforementioned received an Officine Panerai watch. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/141157/image/large-227f5109463aee729de3dd1cb7fb1dc8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141157">The winners of the individual categories in the Régates Royales were as follows: Avel (Vintage Fore and Aft), Thendara (Big Boat), Arcadia (Classics), Leonore (Vintage Marconi &gt; 15 m), Cholita (Vintage Marconi &lt; 15 m), Catleya (Spirit of Tradition). Special prizes inspired by the comradely spirit that characterises all classic boat regattas were also awarded to the following: Pen Duick (sack race), Elena (tug of war), Mariquita (painting competition), Nick Ryan (fair play prize, captain of Shamrock V), Shamrock V (conviviality prize), Eileen (courtesy prize) and Milena (Dryade trophy for classic values). In the 43-strong Dragon class, overall victory went to the Russian boat Annapurna which snatched the title from the second-placed Italian Cloud, followed by Blue Lady of Denmark in third. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/141158/image/large-50422850cd699ce57239592b36457b4e.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/141158">The 2012 classic sailing season is now preparing for its grand finale, the Panerai Transat Classique 2012, which starts from Cascais (Portugal) on December 2nd 2012 for a 4,000-mile-plus transatlantic dash to the finish-line at Barbados. The Panerai Lounge at the Régates Royales provided the venue for the unveiling of the watch to be presented to the owner of the yacht that wins this epic race. The Luminor 1950 Rattrapante 8 Days Titanio is an exclusive Special Edition of which just 500 will be made and features an engraving of the Panerai Transat Classique 2012 logo on its case-back. Officine Panerai <a href="http://www.panerai.com">www.panerai.com</a> Panerai Classic Yachts Challenge <a href="http://www.paneraiclassicyachtschallenge.com">www.paneraiclassicyachtschallenge.com</a> Photos by Guidi Cantini

Leonore, Naïf and Moonbeam IV triumph in the Panerai Classic Yachts Challange 2012

The Royal Yacht Squadron (RYS) has confirmed the line-up of participating yachts racing in the second Westward Cup regatta, taking place between the 11th and the 16th June 2012. The competing yachts are Altair, Eleonora, Mariette and Mariquita. Also invited, but as yet unconfirmed, are Lulworth and Moonbeam IV. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/138521/image/large-c82ec078f5dc19f53853ad3a06adee0b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137701">The Westward Cup is being run by an association of three of the most prestigious yacht clubs in the world, the Royal Yacht Squadron (RYS), the Yacht Club de Monaco (YCM) and the New York Yacht Club (NYYC). The organisers have set out to replicate a style, class and regatta atmosphere matching the period when Westward and the Big Class yachts all raced in Cowes, the birthplace of such elegant racing during the 1920s and 30s. The racing area will predominately be in the Solent and courses will be, where possible, set to mirror those used by Big Class yachts in those glory days. Safety is of course, paramount and these prestigious vessels will enjoy four days of racing, adhering to the “La Belle Classe by the YCM” racing guidelines, created in close consultation with traditional yacht captains and owners and applied in all the major classic yacht gatherings to ensure safe and gentlemanly racing. A “Round the Isle of Wight” race may be included, if weather permits. Provisional schedule The provisional schedule comprises four days of racing and one lay day. The yachts will be racing for a different Trophy each day after which owners, captains and their guests will be able to enjoy an evening ashore in Cowes. • Tuesday 12th June: Race 1 for the Yacht Club de Monaco Trophy. • Wednesday 13th June: Race 2 for the Boat International Media Trophy. • Friday 15th June: Race 3 for the New York Yacht Club Trophy. • Saturday 16th June: Race 4 for the Royal Yacht Squadron Trophy with the Prize giving ceremony taking place at the RYS Pavilion. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/138522/image/large-2a7d4cde358687a52dbd2d07f24f0bdc.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/131903">Prizes each day Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd will be awarded and presented on each respective Race day. The final overall winner will be presented with the Westward Cup, which is a perpetual trophy, and with a replica keepsake trophy at the final Prize giving. An English Silversmith, Richard Parsons, was asked to design and craft the Westward Cup for the inaugural event in March 2010. This perpetual trophy was commissioned by the owner of <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2081">Eleonora</a>, in celebration of the centenary of Westward’s launch in March 1910. The Cup is similar in design to the Cup that Westward won when she was racing in the Solent in the early part of the last century and it will be presented to the overall winner of the 2012 Westward Cup Regatta on 16th June. The Royal Yacht Squadron +44 (0) 1983 292191 <a target="_blank" href="http://www.rys.org.uk">www.rys.org.uk</a>

Line-up confirmed for the Westward Cup 2012: Altair, Eleonora, Mariette and Mariquita

The Royal Yacht Squadron (RYS) has confirmed that it has extended invitations to eight of the most beautiful Big Class yachts in the world to come and grace the shores of the Solent and race in the second edition of the Westward Cup regatta, taking place 11-16 June 2012. Run in association with the New York Yacht Club (NYYC) and the Yacht Club de Monaco (YCM) with the RYS as the Organising Authority, the Westward Cup was first held in July 2010 and was a tremendous success for everyone taking part. It marked the revival of and interest in Big Class yacht racing in the Solent and around the world. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137701/image/large-de8e0fcc3478250549ddd94f1830b787.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/137701">The Clubs have now extended invitations to the owners of the following yachts to race in June: <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2085">Altair</a>, <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1818">Cambria</a>, <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/3188">Elena</a>, <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2081">Eleonora E</a>, <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1616">Lulworth</a>, <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/1190">Mariette of 1915</a>, Mariquita and <a href="#managed-by-application" data-legacy="true" data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/2342">Moonbeam IV.</a> Speaking on behalf of the RYS, David Aisher, Rear Commodore Yachting, commented that after the immense success of the inaugural event in 2010, the organisers are delighted to once again be staging the Westward Cup in Cowes and are hoping for maximum take-up of the invitations to enter the Westward Cup 2012. He said: "The Westward Cup is a unique event for these exquisite racing yachts. Apart from the competitive and challenging racing opportunities that the Solent and adjacent waters can provide, there is the relaxing and welcoming atmosphere of Cowes and the many clubs here, the true 'home of yachting' to many of these yachts. The RYS will provide a base for the owners and their guests, and, by staging the Westward Cup in Cowes, will also be providing the devotees of Big Class yachting a spectacle rarely seen in Solent waters." <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/137702/image/large-44b9ddc521b41ce00901a6f8118c935c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/131903">The RYS will run the racing along the successful lines of 2010, making maximum use of the waters around the Isle of Wight to ensure the captains and crews enjoy challenging and competitive racing that only these waters can deliver. Racing will be scored under the International IRC Rule. The RYS may also produce results under a modified CIM rule to enable comparison of results using a rule used at other regattas by these magnificent yachts. It is also the intention to include a race around the Isle of Wight, subject to weather conditions. The Royal Yacht Squadron +44 (0) 1983 292191 <a target="_blank" href="http://www.rys.org.uk">www.rys.org.uk</a>

The Westward Cup 2012 confirmed

Bright sun and fresh gusts welcomed the crews this morning in the bay of Saint-Tropez. Today the 300 participating yachts in this year's Voiles de Saint-Tropez were given the chance to truly test themselves for the first time this week. No more twiddling thumbs while waiting for the wind; with the Mistral in full effect since sunrise, the crews of the Classic Yachts had to put real muscle into their work in order to keep control of their vessels' massive sails, which can often exceed 200 m2. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/125612/image/large-d26413824ec596c5248238abcfd23106.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/125612">Today was a welcome change from yesterday, when the race committee was forced to shorten the racecourse due to capricious winds. In yesterday's conditions Agneta, winner of the Rolex Trophy in 2007, finished second in the Marconi division just behind Rowdy but in front of Oiseau de Feu who finished third. In the Schooner category Mariquita finished ahead of Lulworth, Moonbeam III, Moonbeam IV and Thendara. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/125613/image/large-3969d011546dae30e0a0877c55345301.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/125613">A piece of the Camper &amp; Nicholsons sailing story For more than 100 years the products of the celebrated Camper &amp; Nicholsons design house and shipyard have continued to shine in Mediterranean and European regattas. With Avel, Creole, Oiseau de Feu, Partridge and Sylvia, the Camper &amp; Nicholsons fleet here in Saint-Tropez represents a beautiful collection of classic yachts. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/125614/image/large-a9996f4cd349ddb8ba45964a9e99b4ab.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/125614">The story behind the Camper &amp; Nicholsons that we know today dates back to 1782 with a man named Frances Amos. Amos came from London to Gosport where he leased a plot of land as a boat builder. His business building small trading ships was fairly successful, and with no heir of his own, Amos passed the lease to his great nephew William Camper in 1824. Working in close collaboration with Gosport sail maker James Lapthorn, Camper began to produce sailboats at the shipyard while continuing the production of trade ships. In 1836 Camper launched the cutter Breeze for James Lyon, and its success that same year at the King's Cup boosted the reputation and demand for Camper's sailing vessels. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/125615/image/large-ecfec967de0621d4ebd64727f05e0ad8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/125615">In 1842 there was a new addition to the Camper shipyard: 14-year old Ben Nicholson who joined as an apprentice, but who quickly began to move up the ranks. It was in 1860 that Nicholson, who had become the chief designer at the yard, designed the successful and beautiful schooner Aline. When it came time for Camper to retire, Nicholson was the logical choice for his replacement. In 1863 Ben Nicholson took over the business, with continued support from the Camper and Lapthorn families, and changed the name of the shipyard to Camper &amp; Nicholson. The shipyard grew to almost double its previous size, bolstered by the success and durability of its schooners, and when Nicholson's three sons later joined the company the name was officially changed to its current Camper &amp; Nicholsons. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/125616/image/large-c184f7768a28714fcf974ec447cf812c.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/125616">Nicholson's eldest son, also named Ben, focused his talents on recruiting crews, a service the shipyard provided until 1939. The youngest of the three brothers, Arthur, was specialized in managing the yard's construction and maintenance facilities. It was the middle brother, Charles E. Nicholson, who took to design. When Charles' Dacia won fourteen races in 1892 the demand for Camper &amp; Nicholsons sailing designs skyrocketed. Interestingly, the shipyard has always produced more motorboats than sailing yachts, but this has not prevented a number of sailing innovations and great designs emanating from Camper &amp; Nicholsons. In 1912 Istra was built with an incredibly lightweight, laminated wood construction, leading to the 1927 commission of Vira (later renamed Creole), a sailboat that some would say is one of Charles Nicholson's most beautiful creations. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/125617/image/large-e992ef68b5ecb3c1f27d4d3fc0c39a3f.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/125617"> <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/125618/image/large-f810339e3ba0791f611d878e4432995d.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/125618">Nicholson became known for his elegant, fast and reliable designs and when he was commissioned to build a yacht for Sir Thomas Lipton, the 1930 America's Cup Challenger Shamrock V was born. The designer produced three other J Class boats that raced in the America's Cup including the 1932 Challenger Velsheda, 1934 Challenger Endeavour I and 1936 Challenger Endeavour II. It is for these designs that Charles E. Nicholson is most often remembered in the sailing world. Two of his earlier designs, Astra and Candida, were later altered to conform as closely as possible to the J Class rule. It is a true tribute to the quality of Camper &amp; Nicholsons construction to say that all of these, with the exception of Endeavour II, are still sailing today. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/125619/image/large-37c5f065c6210d21987b0637cfabf7da.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/125619">Charles E. Nicholson continued to play an active role in the company until his death in 1954 at age 86. Although many of his designs are still held in highest regard in the sailing community, racing yacht production was astonishingly less than ten percent of the company's output during Charles E. Nicholson's time in charge. Nicholson was inducted into the America's Cup Hall of Fame in 1997. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/125620/image/large-6e17bb41aeb626a971cedf14c5792537.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/125620">Here in Saint-Tropez some of Charles E. Nicholson's designs can be seen in action: Avel, Creole, Oiseau de Feu, Partridge and Sylvia, all of which are competing for the 2008 Rolex Trophy with the exception of Partridge. Seeing these great classics go up against one another is like a trip back in time. One could almost, and willingly, get lost amongst the sails as they fill the horizon; a strong reminder of sailing's glorious past. Photos by Rolex/Carlo Borlenghi

Les voiles arm wrestle the Mistral & the Camper & Nicholsons classic collection

Racing at the 10th edition of Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez began this morning under bright sun and almost summer conditions. With a promising breeze at the start that later fell still, today was the first race for the Classics who enjoyed the chance to hoist their sails and race one another over a 24-mile coastal course. Leading the fleet home were Altair and Rowdy within a hair's breadth of one another. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/125593/image/large-b144c6519cc5e92d383ba07af51d8f9b.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/125593">Today was also the first day of the Rolex Trophy, which is open to classic yachts over 16 metres in length. The winner of this trophy will only be known for certain when the overall scores are revealed on Saturday evening, adding to the suspense of what is sure to be an enthralling series. Whoever proves to be the winner, we may be confident that she will have been the most sure-footed of those competing this week. With more than 300 monohulls on the water today, crowds onshore, spectator boats, the media and the numerous photographers on site, Organisers' the Societe Nautique de Saint-Tropez will be pleased with both their course planning and crowd control went so remarkably smoothly at this grand spectacle that is one of the sailing world's greatest annual gatherings. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/125594/image/large-62d79d6751856f653630ffcbe10dcf32.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/125594">Yesterday we took a look at how Olin J. Stephens changed the face of yacht design forever. Today we look towards William Fife Jr, another one of the great classic yacht designers, whose success spanned both the 19th and 20th Centuries. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/125595/image/large-fff11f4502ea642051206a3a07c8d5a5.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/125595">Grandson and son of William Fife I and II, William Fife III (Fife Junior) was a descendant of a long line of family naval architects. Born in 1857 in Fairlie, on the West Coast of Scotland, William Fife Jr. grew up surrounded by his father's and grandfather's boat designs. Quickly initiated into the family business, Fife Jr. did not have long to wait before he made his own name in the industry. His drawings quickly seduced some of the greatest European families and the second yacht Fife Jr drew-up was Dragon, from which his trademark dragon signature was born; a symbol found on the bow of every vessel he designed from this point on. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/125596/image/large-9b2c376605a9c266cddb171bd8af4919.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/125596">In 1879 he completed the 190-ton schooner that was property of Jean Baptiste Charcot and that sailed under the name Why Not. Another yacht, originally named Yum, was finished by the Fairlie shipyard in 1898 and became famous under the name Pen Duick. By this time already Fife Jr was internationally recognized for the quality and beauty of the boats he designed and constructed. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/125597/image/large-8703cf2172603c0ad451f3b852d663c2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/125597">Fife Jr soon became involved in the heady world of the America's Cup, notably drawing a series of boats named Shamrock for the challenges put forward by tea magnate Sir Thomas Lipton. Fife Jr's Shamrocks were ultimately unsuccessful, losing to Columbia in 1899 and to Reliance in 1903. This was not his only venture into thoroughbred racing yachts. Fife was responsible for some of the greatest and fastest 15 and 19-metre boats of the period after the first International Rule was established in 1906. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/125598/image/large-2bc5f6b2343658c11718f96d6f2dec16.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/125598">William Fife Jr was a prolific architect often creating over 50 designs annually, the majority of those drawings coming to life within a year. In 1903, Moonbeam of Fife was completed for Charles Plumtree Johnson and, it was following the war that Johnson ordered another of Fife Jr's most famous designs still in existence today: Moonbeam IV, completed in 1920. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/125599/image/large-6389558408ae4dfdf7d8371c1cd01301.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/125599">For over 50 years Fife Jr's yachts won races all over the world and he designed almost 1000 during his career, which continued into his late seventies (Latifa was completed in 1935 when he was 78 years old). <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/125600/image/large-7c3ee8716a967646fb85432efdc265f4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/125600">Today no one knows exactly how many of Fife Jr's designs still exist, although there are thought to be about 100, perhaps half of which are still on the water, lovingly restored and cared for by justifiably proud owners. Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez 2008 is proud to welcome some of those here to participate in the regatta. Any fellow Scotsman in Saint Tropez this week will take pride in seeing potential Rolex Trophy winners Cambria, Altair, Mariquita, Irina VII, Nan of Fife, Moonbeam III and Moonbeam IV on the docks; enough great names to make all the sailors in the world dream of both past and present glory. Photos by Rolex/Carlo Borlenghi

Close classic racing and a Scotsman's designs in Saint Tropez

Les Voiles de Saint Tropez is known for bringing together the most beautiful of both modern and classic racing boats - making a tour around the docks like looking into a magnificent show window of both the latest technology and architectural genius of centuries past. One looks from Esense to Senso One, which showcase all details of the modern, to the docks filled with the astounding cathedrals of sails belonging to Créole, Altair, Lulworth and Thendara. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/125577/image/large-fa4d982be2f8d2eaf16e632a99a5e60a.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/125577">It is almost impossible to focus on a single yacht with all of the beauties that crowd the dock and transport this old fishing port back to historic times. Brought together these yachts arouse a curiosity and desire to learn more about the passionate men who were behind the drawing pen of these jewels. As of Tuesday, the Classic Yachts over 16 meters will join in the races to try their chances at taking home the Rolex Trophy. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/125578/image/large-21ed84591d59ba15249d67d4192bdb46.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/125578">Since Monday night the port of Saint-Tropez has been filled to capacity as the Yacht Club de France's Autumn Cup came to a close and the yachts made their way here for the 2008 Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez. The division winners of the Autumn Cup are Shamrock V (Spirit of Tradition), Kookabura (12 MJI), Moonbeam IV (Classic Yachts), Nan of Fife (Gaffs) and Rowdy (Marconis). <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/125579/image/large-7567bc58698d84e17043279b1d671de4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/125579">The journey from Cannes to Saint-Tropez finished with the classic yachts berthed alongside the participating modern yachts, finally completing the collection of exceptional masts, that are almost all over 40 metres high, for this year's edition of Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez. Last night was the official Welcome Cocktail and all of the teams came together in the race village to inaugurate the opening of the social programme that is an essential part of this world-renowned regatta marking the end of the Mediterranean sailing season. Olin Stephens, a man of legend Taking in all these great vessels that fill the harbour make one reflect upon the men whose designs have made these yachts a living legend. One of the greatest of these is surely Olin J. Stephens, a man who changed history with his designs and passion for building great yachts. Known as one of the greatest and most successful yacht designers of the 20th century, Olin Stephens' name will carry on for generations in the yachting community, a true man of legend. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/125580/image/large-4a983dd54b312de3c3fc570999978ab8.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/125580">Born in 1908 in New York, Olin Stephens loved sailboats. His designs were often exceptional and the world had already begun to take notice when he was just nineteen years old. Stephens grew up sailing with his brother Roderick and the young Stephens dreamed of one day designing a monohull that would take home the prestigious America's Cup Trophy. The brothers Stephens joined in partnership with Drake Sparkman at the end of the 1920's to create Sparkman and Stephens, one of today's great yacht-design firms. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/125581/image/large-0f8891c53fc7e13e21e42bc6ac3c82ad.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/125581">When the Great Depression hit the United States, the future of the firm was assured with the order of a racing yacht named Dorade. This 16-metre yawl proved to be a great success, winning race after race including the 1931 Trans-Atlantic Race and the famed Fastnet Race. Her success changed the face of yacht design forever, launching the yacht industry into the search for the fastest, lightest yacht possible. Following the Second World War, Stephen's designs were behind many regatta victories, from the Admiral's Cup to the One Ton Cup and beyond. Between 1937 and 1980 Stephens helped design six twelve-metre America's Cup defenders, winning eight out of nine editions of the famed “Cup”, including Ranger in 1937, Columbia in 1958, Constellation in 1964, Intrepid in 1967, Courageous in 1974 and Freedom in 1980. In 1993 Stephens was inducted into the America's Cup Hall of Fame and in 2007 he was presented with a lifetime achievement award and chosen as one of the initial six inductees to the inaugural ISAF Sailing Hall of Fame. During his career more than 2,200 designs made it from the drawing table to the waters of the world. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/125582/image/large-3018cc13629873db797dc55fc725c444.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/125582">Olin Stephens celebrated his 100th birthday this year and passed away exactly five months later on September 13th, 2008. He had even written an autobiography, published when he was 90 years old, and the final few sentences provide insight to the man that changed yacht design forever as we look back on his life: "In all phases of my work I was conscious of the need for balance, and I did my best to find balance in both the long and the short view. Broadly, I think I can say that I applied the principles of balance in design, in business and in the pleasures I enjoyed.” Stephen's Stormy Weather will be racing in the Tradition category during Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez 2008. Stormy Weather is known as one of Sparkman &amp; Stephens most acclaimed early designs after Dorade and she is most known for winning the 1935 Newport-Bergen Race and the Fastnet. Stephen's is said to have designed Stormy when he was just 25 years old. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/125583/image/large-86be1d1021db963014f90a4affce7c68.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/125583">Programme for the 2008 Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez Classic Sailboats Sunday 28 and Monday 29 September: Welcome for the yachts Sunday 28 September: Arrival of the Yacht Club de France's Autumn Cup from Cannes Tuesday 30 September; Wednesday 1 October; Thursday 2 October (Jean LAURAIN Day, Challenge Day and Club 55 Cup), Friday 3 and Saturday 4: Coastal Courses, 1st start 11:00/12:00 Modern Sailboats Saturday 27 September and Sunday 28: Welcome for the yachts Monday 29 September; Tuesday 30; Wednesday 1 October, Thursday 2(Jean LAURAIN Day, Challenge Day), Friday 3 and Saturday 4 October: Coastal Courses, 1st start 11:30 The Prize Giving Ceremony will be held on Sunday October 5th, starting at 11:00 (on invitation). <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/125584/image/large-ca890cd9296919d98e4f4b06a0085ab4.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/125584">For the third consecutive year Rolex is in the “Partner Club” for Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez. This regatta, organized by the Société Nautique de Saint-Tropez (SNST), is part of the Rolex Yachting Portfolio that includes over twenty world-class sailing events that take place around the world. Rolex is also the title sponsor of mythic races such as the Rolex Sydney Hobart, the Rolex Middle Sea Race and the legendary Rolex Fastnet Race. Photos by Rolex/Carlo Borlenghi