21° palermo monte carlo

—  About the challenge

a initiative by Angelo Randazzo

Founded in 2005, the Palermo–Montecarlo is a 500-nautical-mile offshore race linking Palermo, Sicily, to Monaco. Organised by the Circolo della Vela Sicilia in collaboration with the Yacht Club de Monaco and the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda, it is part of both the Italian Offshore Championship and the Mediterranean Maxi Offshore Challenge. In 2025, the maxi yacht Black Jack 100, owned by Remon Vos of the Yacht Club de Monaco and skippered by Tristan Le Brun, a member of the Captains’ Club, made a lasting impression by winning the 20th edition in 38 hours, 53 minutes and 16 seconds, breaking its own race record set the previous year.

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Notice of race 2026

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Registration 2026

Registration Open

Results 2025

View the results of the latest edition.

Welcome guide

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A CLASSIC OFFSHORE RACE

Combining weather strategy, crew management and offshore performance, competitors must master a demanding course across the Mediterranean. An iconic offshore race where endurance, precision and teamwork make all the difference.

Teamwork

Crew coordination and endurance over several days and nights at sea.

Racing Rules

Sporting integrity and fair play lie at the heart of this demanding offshore race.

The Joy of Sailing

Sail one of the Mediterranean’s most spectacular courses, from the Gulf of Mondello to the Principality of Monaco.

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Race Start

The competitors set off from the stunning Gulf of Mondello, just off Palermo.

 

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The Crossing

The course passes through the Strait of Bonifacio, a strategic passage where success depends on careful weather analysis and tactical decision-making.

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The Open Sea

Out at sea, the challenge intensifies. Every tactical decision, sail change and manoeuvre can make the difference as the fleet pushes toward Monaco.

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The Finish in Monaco

After crossing the finish line in Monaco, the crews complete one of the Mediterranean’s most iconic offshore races, bringing together performance, endurance and seamanship.

— in pictures

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