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The Yale Bulldogs women's sailing team captured the NEISA Women's Team Race Championship at Tufts University, finishing with an impressive 15-4 record despite challenging weather conditions. Seven talented sailors navigated shifty winds and light breezes to claim the prestigious Legler Trophy.
A German shipbuilder just revealed plans for the world's first 100% battery-powered cruise ship that produces zero emissions while sailing. The breakthrough design could transform an industry known for heavy pollution into a force for clean travel.
A unique sailing competition welcomes everyone from legends to first-timers, proving the most exciting ocean racing class thrives on community over competition. The Trin'40 race in France celebrates what makes Class 40 sailing special: world-class athletes and passionate amateurs racing side by side.
Four astronauts just became the most distant humans from Earth in history, sailing past the Moon's far side while breaking a 55-year-old Apollo 13 record. They're now 252,760 miles away and sending back never-before-seen views of the lunar surface.
Racing sailors are becoming citizen scientists, using AI cameras to map plastic pollution in the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. The Ocean Cleanup is equipping Pacific Cup competitors with smart technology to detect debris and target future cleanup missions.
Four astronauts are sailing toward the Moon on humanity's first lunar crew mission in over 50 years, and everything is going remarkably well. From stunning aurora photos to comfortable cabin adjustments, the Artemis II mission is proving that our return to deep space exploration is right on track.
A historic yacht built in a London brewery in 1904 is competing in its possibly final race after surviving 122 years at sea. The lovingly restored Maritimo Katwinchar is chasing victory in Australia's second-oldest ocean race.
A Swedish company just turned choppy, noisy boat rides into smooth, quiet journeys that feel more like flying than sailing. The P-12 Business ferry lifts above water on hydrofoils, using 80% less energy while carrying passengers in library-level quiet.
Racing sailors are becoming ocean scientists by carrying AI cameras through the world's largest plastic pollution zone. Their data will help clean up the Great Pacific Garbage Patch faster and smarter.
A sugar glider accidentally sailed across Moreton Bay after nesting in a boat's sail, sparking a creative rescue involving resort staff, wildlife volunteers, and one resourceful pillowcase. The tiny marsupial, nicknamed Wilson, made it home safe thanks to quick-thinking boaties and a coordinated island rescue.
Australia's oldest living Olympian just turned 100, seven decades after his boss first denied him the chance to compete. Gordon Ingate's sailing career spans from the 1940s to his 90s, proving persistence pays off in the most spectacular ways.
A Tasmanian sailor just broke the Australian record for sailing solo around the world in 138 days—beating the mark set by his father 19 years ago. Tristan Gourlay's achievement marks a heartwarming passing of the torch from one generation to the next.
SCA is slashing emissions from its cargo ships by 40% through a brilliantly simple solution: sailing slower and loading smarter. The forestry company's October 2026 changes prove environmental progress and business efficiency can sail together.
Dan Turner spent 16 months sailing solo around the world in a 5.8-meter yacht he built himself, finishing second in a global race. Now he's home in Adelaide, ready to inspire the next generation of sailors.
When hurricane-force winds suddenly capsized eight boats during a youth sailing race in Tasmania, a perfectly coordinated rescue effort brought every single child safely to shore. Quick thinking, proper safety gear, and a community that showed up made all the difference.
Young people from challenging backgrounds are discovering careers in marine science through nine-day sailing voyages that combine traditional seamanship with hands-on ocean research. Early results show the program builds confidence, scientific skills, and lifelong connections to ocean conservation.
New Zealand sailor Louis Sinclair is recovering at home after breaking both legs in a high-speed sailing collision that hospitalized two athletes and destroyed two racing boats. Despite the severity of his injuries, doctors expect him to make a full recovery. ##
Just days after a terrifying collision fractured both his legs, New Zealand sailor Louis Sinclair is already standing and beginning his recovery journey. The Black Foils grinder underwent surgery after Saturday's dramatic crash at SailGP Auckland, but his spirits remain high.
Norway's freestyle skiing sensation Birk Ruud is one step closer to Olympic history after sailing through qualifications in his quest for a third career gold medal. The 25-year-old, who already won slopestyle gold this week, is chasing back-to-back big air titles.
Dylan Fletcher led Great Britain to victory over New Zealand's sailing heroes in a thrilling comeback race in Abu Dhabi. The Olympic champion overcame his weaknesses to claim his first SailGP championship against the home favorites.
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