YCM compete at Campionato Invernale West Liguria

Comme chaque année, il a fallu compter sur la présence du Y.C.M. au Campionato Invernale West Liguria. Placée sous le signe de la Gorilla Gang Cup et du Trofeo Statari, cet événement automnal est devenu un passage incontournable pour de nombreux équipages de Méditerranée, rassemblant une flotte dense et passionnée autour des régates ligures. Parmi les bateaux engagés, Gorilla Gang XL d’Andrea Statari, et Blue Scorpion de Marco Vignetta, étaient au départ de l’épreuve.

As every year, YCM competed in the Campionato Invernale West Liguria. Under the banner of the Gorilla Gang Cup and Trofeo Statari, this autumn event has become a must on the race calendar for many Mediterranean based teams, always attracting a large fleet who love this Ligurian regatta. Among the boats taking part were Andrea Statari’s Gorilla Gang XL, and Marco Vignetta’s Blue Scorpion.

Yacht Club de Monaco Optimist results: double podium for Monaco at Les Sablettes

Optimist – Championnat de Ligue – Les Sablettes

A highlight of this stage of the League Championship held in Les Sablettes was the Optimist results of young athletes from Yacht Club de Monaco who really made a mark. The Club’s young sailors proved once and for all that they have what it takes. In a 30-strong fleet of contestants, with variable winds of 6 to 12 knots and after four races, the hard work put in by YCM saw two of its sailors at the top of the leaderboard.

A regatta that embraces everyone

navicap

The count-down has begun to the 3rd Navicap Challenge-Trophée Elena Sivoldaeva that takes place 28-30 November, organised by Yacht Club de Monaco. Enthusiasm for this inclusive event continues to grow with over a hundred participants expected this year. From seasoned sailors to amateurs, able-bodied to those with a disability, all will be competing on equal terms on the same courses. Held each year, ahead of International Day of Persons with Disabilities on 3rd December, the event is part of the collective ‘Monaco, Capital of Advanced Yachting’ approach. “Sailing is all about people. On a boat everyone finds their place and their role in making it work,” says YCM General Secretary Bernard d’Alessandri. The event has already proven its value in allowing mixed crews of two to participate in a regatta where performance is down to teamwork rather than individual differences.

YCM’s J/70 class representatives at the top

J/70 - Championnat Régional en flotte partagée

The first event of the Regional Shared Fleet Championship set the pace for the season on 22-23 November at the Stade Nautique Florence Arthaud in Marseille. A demanding format of nine races over two days, with wind speeds ranging from 5 to 25 knots, were ideal conditions to test the prowess of those competing. YCM’s J/70 class representatives lived up to expectations confirming the strength of the Monaco fleet.

YCM sports performance built on strong team spirit at sea and ashore

no finish line monaco

Sports performance at the YCM is not just about regattas and racing but is based on a culture of striving to succeed and a strong Club spirit. Whatever the season, Yacht Club de Monaco brings members together to take part in challenges that reflect this attitude, like the No Finish Line, and the same goes for the younger generation.

A New President for the Monegasque Chamber of Yachting

Bernard d' Alessandri during the economic Symposium " a Day of Exploration " planned for the Ocean week at Yacht Club de Monaco , Thursday, March 21, 2024. Economy - (Photo by Spada/LaPresse)

The Fédération des Entreprises Monégasques (FEDEM) has announced the appointment of Bernard d’Alessandri as President of the Chambre Monégasque du Yachting, the official body representing companies operating in the sector to the Monaco Government authorities. Established in 1945, FEDEM federates and represents all professional trade associations in Monaco. An interface between economic stakeholders and public authorities, it plays a key role in the promotion, development and competitiveness of the Principality’s business community.

La Belle Classe Academy: Yachting Masterclass achieves IAMI certification

yachting masterclass diplome

It’s official. The Yachting Masterclass course at Yacht Club de Monaco’s La Belle Classe Academy has been officially accredited by the International Association of Maritime Institutions (IAMI), the global authority which sets and guarantees professional maritime and yachting training standards. It is a significant achievement for this training centre that was set up in 2015.

G-Spot wins at home

monaco sportsboat winter series

And they’re off! Yacht Club de Monaco launched the 2025-2026 season of the Monaco Sportsboat Winter Series this weekend. The venue lived up to expectations for Act 1 with three days of back-to-back races, in changeable conditions that tested the tactical prowess and endurance of the 23 teams. A total of eight races were validated by the Race Committee.