When


Friday 29 Oct 2027

All day event

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The J/70 World Championships is an international one-design sailing competition that brings together top teams to race identical J/70 keelboats. Measuring about 6.93 metres (22.7 feet), the boat is designed for fast, tactical racing and is typically sailed by a crew of four. Because competitors use the same class of boat, results depend on teamwork, boat handling, sail trim and strategic decisions rather than equipment differences. The championship features multiple races, with crews navigating a marked course and adapting to changing wind, waves and currents. Unlike a traditional stadium sport, the event’s venue is a race area on open water, hosted by a local sailing club or yacht club; the location changes between editions. Spectators can follow the action from shore, on spectator boats or through event coverage, depending on the host venue. Competing teams may include professional sailors, experienced club racers and international crews representing sailing communities from around the world. The J/70 World Championships is a major event in the J/70 class calendar, showcasing competitive sailing, close fleet racing and the skills required to succeed in a modern one-design regatta.

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