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October 3, 2024

Against the Odds: 15-Year-Old Completes Challenging Newport Bermuda Race 

By Race Communications

By Cary Wang published in Windcheck Magazine Editor’s note: Cary Wang of New Canaan, CT was one of the youngest sailors to complete the 2024 Newport Bermuda Race, crewing along […]

September 27, 2024

Eight Bells: Commodore John D. Osmond, III, MD 

By Race Communications

Eight Bells for John Osmond, a dedicated sailor who competed in 15 Bermuda Races and served as the 2012 Chair and PRO for the following decade. John, alongside his beloved wife Ellyn, was an integral part of the Bermuda Race community for many years. His passion for offshore racing and sailing was unmatched, and his calm and kind demeanor left a lasting impact. Our heartfelt condolences go out to his family. Learn more about his extraordinary life here.

August 7, 2024

Bermuda Race Collaborates with US Sailing for Review of Safety Incidents 

By Race Communications

The Bermuda Race Organizing Committee (BROC), in collaboration with the Cruising Club of America and US Sailing, is actively reviewing the safety incidents that occurred during the 2024 Newport Bermuda Race and return passages.

July 9, 2024

The Loss of Solution on Return Delivery 

By Race Communications

On July 2nd, during the return delivery from the 2024 Newport Bermuda Race, the crew of Solution abandoned their 50-foot sloop, 200 miles south of Cape Cod, and were safely […]

June 29, 2024

Race Wrap Up – Historic 53rd Newport Bermuda Race Concludes with Prize-Giving 

By Mark LeBeau

Final winners and awards announced on Saturday Photo: Steve Cloutier [Hamilton, Bermuda] - The 53rd Newport Bermuda Race officially came to a close this evening, as winners and award recipients […]

June 27, 2024

Navigators’ Forum Recap: Expert Insights and Winning Strategies 

By Race Communications

The 2024 Navigator's Forum

June 27, 2024

The Kids Are Alright: Sailing’s Next Generation Shines at the Newport Bermuda Race 

By Mark LeBeau

Poseidon, crewed by the US Naval Academy's offshore sailing team arrives in Bermuda earlier this week. / Photo: Daniel Forster For over 100 years, competing in the Newport Bermuda Race […]

June 26, 2024

A Family Affair: Bonds Between Loved Ones Strengthened in the Newport Bermuda Race 

By Mark LeBeau

The Cullen family crosses the finish line with their crew aboard WaveWalker. / Photo: Daniel Forster For many sailors, the sport is a family tradition, and the Newport Bermuda Race […]

June 26, 2024

Carina Sails to Victory and into History Books, Summer Storm Takes Gibbs Hill  

By Mark LeBeau

Competing boats have been crossing the finish line since the early hours of Monday [Hamilton, Bermuda] - The St. David’s Lighthouse Division of the 53rd Newport Bermuda Race has been won […]

June 26, 2024

In Their Own Words: Alliance Skippers Details Rescue 

By Race Communications

Mary Martin and Eric Irwin sit down upon arrival to share their story along with Jim Coggeshall, owner of the rescuing vessel. Includes footage of the rescue and the welcome […]