Danes hold on to the lead with Italians hot on their heel
On the eve of the final day the Monaco Optimist Team Race is living up to expectations. This evening the Danes maintain their lead in the provisional rankings but the competition is dangerously close. On the Monegasque race area, Day 3 of the Round Robin phase has seen gaps narrowing and suspense ratcheting up. With seven match races held on Saturday in conditions that remained challenging, the contest looks more open than ever.
Danes lead the way
The Round Robin phase continues on the Monegasque race area and, race after race, a hierarchy is beginning to emerge. After two days of competition, the Danes are leading the way in a Monaco Optimist Team Race that this year brings together 15 teams from 12 nations across the globe. Under overcast sky, with a steady easterly breeze and a demanding chop at the foot of the Rock, 10 races were sailed on Friday in technical conditions that left no room for improvisation.
First races on the Monegasque race area
The first races on the Monegasque race area got underway today with the official start of the Monaco Optimist Team Race. After three days of International Clinic focused on preparation, rules and team cohesion, the competition is now well and truly underway. On a demanding race area, with a light easterly breeze, the atmosphere quickly changed. Young sailors are discovering what it really means to sail under pressure and in close contact.
Leg 3 of Dragon Winter Series – Sanremo
Dragon Winter Series: YCM members were on the podium at Leg 3 of the Dragon Winter Series held in Sanremo 9 to 11 January 2026. After a day of no action due to lack of wind, five races were completed in excellent conditions to ensure a spectacular start to 2026 for the Dragon class. After an intense weekend, the Monegasque crews excelled to stand on the top two steps of the podium.
2026: a year of transmission and innovation for Yacht Club de Monaco
True to its ‘Monaco, Capital of Advanced Yachting’ approach, Yacht Club de Monaco kicks off a new season focused on knowledge-sharing, innovation and collective commitment. In 2026, as part of its public service remit to enhance the Principality’s appeal the Club confirms its role as a focal point of activity in Port Hercule and an international platform, while reinforcing its environmental and societal responsibility commitments. Top-level sport, youth training, the sustainable transition and maritime heritage define a year of events providing an arena for exchanges to build the future of yachting.
Podium finish for Marco Viti
Marco Viti was on the podium at the 68th International Star Regatta in Nice, with the Yacht Club de Monaco member putting in a fine performance at this major winter meeting. After eight races completed between 27 and 30 December in an experienced tightly-packed fleet, he came 3rd in the overall ranking, confirming his status in the Star class.
Four days to explore, understand and transform yachting
On the occasion of the Yacht Club de Monaco’s end-of-year cocktail reception, its President, HSH Prince Albert II, announced a collaboration between Yacht Club de Monaco and The Explorers Club of New York, marking a new milestone in the Monaco, Capital of Advanced Yachting collective initiative. As part of this partnership, a delegation of around one hundred members from the prestigious American club, founded in 1904, will visit the Principality from 21 to 24 March 2026.
Podium finish for Jérémy Moutout puts YCM in ILCA 7 spotlight
Yacht Club de Monaco sailor Jérémy Moutout did the Club proud by clinching 3rd place at the Europa Cup Malta 18-21 December 2025 in Mellieha Bay, an international stage for the ILCA 7. It was a milestone performance that reflects the consistency and progress made by this young athlete from Monaco on the international stage against a top-rated European fleet.
Louise Debeaumont results at Youth Sailing World Championship: YCM represented in ILCA 6
Louise Debeaumont’s results at the Youth Sailing World Championship reflected the Monaco sailor’s determination as she represented the Yacht Club de Monaco at this major international event in Vilamoura, 12-20 December 2025. Competing in the ILCA 6 category, she was up against a highly competitive fleet of 49 contestants in a championship that every year gathers the world’s elite young sailors.
Pierre Casiraghi and Peter Harrison voted YCM Sailors of the Year 2025 Paul Cayard honoured
Gathered together with Yacht Club de Monaco President, HSH Prince Albert II, the YCM community celebrated the 2025 YCM Awards-UBS Trophy, an edition marked by continuity and a forward-looking vision. Every year, this winter cocktail is a privileged opportunity to welcome new members, among them James Spithill, two-time winner of the America’s Cup, and promote the paths taken that are shaping the Club’s identity.