YCM Maxis dominate in the Caribbean
The 4th RORC Nelson’s Cup Series held 17-20 February once again transformed the race area of Antigua into a stage that witnessed some spectacular confrontations. During the intense coastal races and the main Antigua 360 event, sailors battled it out in typical Caribbean conditions, with trade winds blowing 18 to 20 knots, a choppy sea, sunshine and constant pressure.
Podium for Mark Slotboom in U16
From 14-17 February 2026, sailors from the Yacht Club de Monaco were competing in the Italia Cup, an Italian national event that attracted nearly 400 entrants divided into three ILCA categories. Complex logistics and conditions left their mark on this meeting with the result that only four races were validated over the four days. But despite the constraints, the Monegasques pulled some fine performances out of the bag as evidenced by Mark Slotboom’s podium finish in the U16 and 11th place overall.
Monaco Sportsboat Winter Series : Fraser Yachts: back in the fight
Dans cet article : Fifth in Act I, fourth in Act II. This time, Pierrick Devic from the Yacht Club de Monaco left nothing to chance. By winning Act III at the helm of Fraser Yachts, the Monegasque skipper has reignited the championship battle. A series of rounds is at the forefront, Fraser Yachts is […]
Monaco Sportsboat Winter Series Act III – A decisive act
In this article: In the Monaco Sportsboat Winter Series, the winter regatta circuit launched in 2013, Act III is the point at which the standings begin to tighten. At this stage of the series, points are not chased, they are defended. Following two dominant performances by G-Spot from the Yacht Club de Monaco, the J/70 […]
The first major event of the season for Y.C.M. members
From 4 to 8 February, the RC44 fleet gathered in Lanzarote for the RC44 Cup Calero Marinas, marking the first major event of the season for Yacht Club de Monaco members. Faced with challenging conditions involving unstable winds, significant shifts and highly competitive races, the Y.C.M. members rose to the challenge against an exceptionally strong international field. Consistency, tactical awareness and the ability to adapt proved decisive across twelve races.
Two YCM sailors shine on Brazilian waters
From 24 to 31 January, Jérémy Moutout and Louise Debeaumont, two YCM sailors, represented Monaco at the World Sailing Test Event, held one year ahead of the 2027 World Championships. Held on the site of the future championship races, the event enabled athletes, officials and organisers to trial all sporting and logistical arrangements.
Y.C.M. sailors at the forefront
The first selection event for the French Championship concluded in Antibes during the 51st edition of the Ski Voile, held on 24 and 25 January 2026. The regatta was marked by contrasting conditions, with a demanding Saturday due to strong winds, followed by a lighter Sunday, requiring a high level of adaptability from the sailors. In this technical context, the YCM sailors delivered a solid performance, highlighting both individual progress and strong team cohesion.
Italians from Yacht Club Italiano triumph by a whisker
It could not have been closer. The Monaco Optimist Team Race ended Sunday at the end of an intense week on a challenging Monaco race area for the 15 teams from 12 nations competing. Organised by Yacht Club de Monaco, supported by Monaco Marine, FxPro, North Sails, Erplast and Peace and Sport, the 14th edition confirmed this event’s unique role in the development of young international sailors, who were honoured by a visit from the Monegasque Formula 1 driver, Charles Leclerc. The Italians from Yacht Club Italiano emerged the winners after a hard-fought high-level duel with the Danes from Danish Dynamite, who had held on to their lead up to that point. Four boats against four, short races and having to keep a constant eye on the competition, the team race format once again lived up to expectations. For Bernard d’Alessandri, YCM Director and General Secretary, the event goes beyond the rankings: “Young people learn that they must look beyond individual results to get results for the team. They learn to coordinate and interact with young people of their own age. It’s a wonderful training ground for life”.
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.