By Isle of Wight Observer
The Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC) announced, on Tuesday, that the Admiral’s Cup is to return in 2027.
The trophy was contested for the first time in more than 20 years last month, with the next edition of the competition starting from Cowes and taking place between July 15 and 30, 2027.
The Admiral’s Cup brings together the world’s top offshore racing teams, who compete for one of the sport’s most prestigious trophies. Building on this year’s event – the first since 2003 – the RORC expects an even larger international fleet, showcasing elite talent and fierce national pride on the water.
Race director, Steve Cole, said: “The 2025 Admiral’s Cup marked a new chapter for this historic competition. The response from sailors, teams, and supporters was extraordinary. The passion, skill, and camaraderie on display proved that the Admiral’s Cup remains the ultimate test of team racing in offshore sailing. In 2027, we intend to raise the bar even higher.”
The Admiral’s Cup, first contested in 1957, quickly became known as the unofficial world championship of offshore racing, attracting national teams from across the globe. The event’s demanding format, combining inshore and offshore races, including the famous Rolex Fastnet Race, challenges every facet of a team’s skill, endurance, and tactical brilliance.