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ARCSNOW researchers in Svalbard track snow changes to sharpen Arctic climate models

ARCSNOW scientists in Svalbard are studying how snow properties shift over time to improve Arctic climate models and better predict future warming impacts.

Seven IMOCA solo sailors cross Arctic Circle in offshore racing first

Seven IMOCA solo racers made history by crossing the Arctic Circle mid-race in the Vendee Arctique, finding fog, cold, and 50 shades of grey instead of polar wonder.

Ordóñez seals back-to-back wins for Will Smith's Westbrook in Dubrovnik

Lucas Ordóñez seals back-to-back E1 GP wins for Angola Westbrook Racing in Dubrovnik, stretching their Championship lead to 12 points over Team Brady.

Taylor and Welch lead NZ charge as Plovdiv heats offer room to experiment

New Zealand's rowers test new combinations at Plovdiv with Taylor and Welch leading the charge. Get the full heat results and athlete insights from Bulgaria.

Beccaria and Clapcich turn south after Arctic Circle crossings in Vendee Arctique

Ambrogio Beccaria and Francesca Clapcich cross the Arctic Circle in the Vendee Arctique and head south, sharing lessons from solo offshore racing in extreme conditions.

Tour Voile 2026 runs Cherbourg to Larmor-Plage with youth and mixed crew rules

Tour Voile 2026 runs Cherbourg to Larmor-Plage, 24 June to 12 July, with mixed crew and youth rules aboard Figaro Beneteau 3 boats. Full route and details inside.

Cherbourg cements its role as France's offshore racing hub with Tour Voile

Cherbourg-en-Cotentin cements its status as France's offshore racing hub by hosting Tour Voile, shaping the careers of the next generation of French sailors.

Vendee Arctique fleet turns for home after Arctic Circle crossings with rough seas ahead

The Vendee Arctique fleet has crossed the Arctic Circle and now heads south, with rough seas of up to four metres forecast as skippers race back to Les Sables d'Olonne.

Kiwi pairs and doubles shine as rivals skip Plovdiv World Cup round

New Zealand pairs and doubles impress at World Cup Plovdiv as Ben Taylor, Oli Welch and Finn Hamill lead Kiwi crews into A Finals.

Tribute to Charlie Dalin

Vendee Globe champion Charlie Dalin dies at 42 after secret cancer battle

French offshore sailing champion Charlie Dalin, who won the 2025 Vendee Globe, has died at 42 after a private battle with gastrointestinal cancer. A profound loss for sailing.