The GS series has continued to grow, with huge momentum building across the fleet; 2025 saw record numbers of new teams and owners joining the Class. A total of 52 teams took part in the 2025 series (up from 42 in 2024), with 75 UK class members now active both at home and internationally.
After briefly considering the option of a near certain gentlemanly second place or a gloves off, no quarter given, duel to the death, we sharpened the boat knife and prepared for that rare and exciting event – a match race within a fleet race to win the series and become South Coast Champions.
This decision follows the proven success of RaceSense at major international events and represents a significant step forward in delivering fairer, faster, and more efficient racing for both sailors and race officials.
Following the launch of the Corinthian World Championships in 2023, the Mixed Plus Worlds represent a further evolution of the class. Designed not just to create another championship, but to actively reshape who gets to compete, and how teams come together.
The 2025 J/70 UK National Championships, one of the most anticipated highlights of the season, fully lived up to expectations. This year’s event was made even more special as part of the Royal Thames Yacht Club’s 250th Anniversary Regatta, providing a fitting stage for a standout Nationals.
35 teams are set to line up for this year’s J/70 UK Nationals, hosted by the Royal Thames Yacht Club (RTYC) as part of the 250th Anniversary Regatta. With a strong turnout and a mix of seasoned teams and new faces, this year’s Nationals promise some epic racing.
Having suffered through some tough conditions in Grand Slam 1, the forecasts were looking hopeful for the second event of the UK J/70 Season. As we got closer to the event it was anyone’s guess as to how the racing would pan out.
Support continues for a third consecutive year, with a full calendar ahead and Nationals a highlight event as part of the Royal Thames Yacht Club 250th regatta.
The UK J/70 Class is delighted to announce Tideway Wealth Management as a returning sponsor for the 2025 season.
Cascais is set to host the highly anticipated inaugural J/70 Corinthian European Championship from April 1st to April 6th, 2025. Organized by the Clube Naval de Cascais, the event will bring together over 50 international teams to compete in one of the world’s top sailing venues, known for its epic waves and breeze.
Following a fantastic 2024 Grand Slam Series, we are thrilled to announce that Rooster is continuing its partnership with the J/70 UK Class into 2025. With a shared passion for competitive racing and a commitment to growing the sport, Rooster remains an ideal partner as the J/70 class continues to thrive at both local and international levels.
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