Wingfoil pathways

Australian Sailing is strengthening its high-performance Wingfoil pathway with a pre-Nationals training camp in Queensland this December, ahead of a potential decision on the sport’s inclusion in the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games.

Sailing legacy

Four Australian catamaran sailors spanning two generations have been recognised with Barranjoey Pins, linking the country’s high-performance sailing legacy with its emerging Olympic talent.

Finalists named

Australia’s leading sailors, clubs, coaches and contributors have been named as national finalists for the 2026 Australian Sailing Awards, recognising achievements across the sport during the 2025–26 season.

RIB backing

Michael Blackburn AST Technical Director.
Australian Sailing has signed a six-year partnership with Southern Pacific Boats, securing RIB support for the Australian Sailing Team through to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games and exclusive pricing for affiliated clubs.

New Pathways helm

Jessica Lundh – new Performance Pathways Manager.
Former Australian Sailing Team athlete and coach Jessica Lundh has been appointed Performance Pathways Manager, taking responsibility for the development pathway for Australia’s future Olympic sailors.

Fast track to LA

Australia’s 49er, 49erFX and Nacra 17 crews are competing in the San Pedro Olympic Classes Regatta, which is an opportunity to build experience on the road to the LA Games.

Positive results

Brin Liddell and Rhiannan Brown racing a foiling Nacra 17 catamaran in Eckernförde.
Australian sailors secured two Nacra 17 top-10 finishes and a career-best 49erFX result at the 2026 European Championships in Germany.

Euro test run

49er, 49er Fx and Nacra 17 World Championships 2026, Quiberon, France.
Australian 49er, 49erFX and Nacra 17 crews will look to convert strong European-season form into podium results when the 2026 European Championships begin in Eckernförde, Germany.

Bronze for Booths

Podium winners celebrate after the Nacra 17 medal race at Kiel Week, where Australians Ruben and Rita Booth claimed bronze.
Australian Nacra 17 pair Ruben and Rita Booth have claimed bronze at Kiel Week, securing their first podium finish at the third Sailing Grand Slam event of the year.