Welcome to the World Sailing Show, Episode 6, June 2024.

In this episode, we bring you the latest from the world of competitive sailing. First, we head to the Atlantic for the thrilling New York Vendee, where solo sailors take on the challenging 3,200-mile journey from New York to Les Sables d’Olonne, France.

Next, we continue our comprehensive look at the classes competing in the Paris 2024 Olympics. We’ll delve into the details of the 470 Mixed class, spotlighting the Spanish duo Jordi Xammer and Nora Brugman. After earning World Championship gold in Mallorca this March, they’re set to make waves in the upcoming Olympic Games.

We’ll also bring you an insightful segment on “Evening the Keel,” a groundbreaking four-part series presented by Tracy Edwards. This series explores the evolving challenges faced by female sailors in offshore racing, highlighting the strides made since Edwards’ all-female crew’s historic Whitbread Round the World Race in 1989.

Our episode continues with a look at the fast-paced and physically demanding 49er and 49erFX classes, as we hear from top sailors Erwan Fischer & Clement Pequin from France, and the Dutch duo Odile Van Aanholt & Annette Duetz. They give us the lowdown on what it takes to compete at the highest level in these double-handed skiffs.

Finally, we feature the latest updates on men and women’s windsurfing events for the Paris Olympics, showcasing the innovative and exhilarating iQFOiL class. We speak with Israel’s Sharon Kantor and the Netherlands’ Luuc van Opzeeland, who share their excitement and insights about competing with these high-speed foiling boards.

Stay tuned for all this and more, as we bring you the best of the action and the latest news from the world of sailing. Let’s set sail!