Plans underway for 2027 Admiral’s Cup

Following the successful revival in 2025 of the Admiral’s Cup after a hiatus of more than two decades, the Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC) has confirmed the dates for the next edition to be held in 2027.

The 2027 Admiral’s Cup will take place July 15-30, once again bringing together the world’s top offshore racing teams to compete for one of the sport’s historic trophies. Building on the energy and enthusiasm of the 2025 event – the first since 2003 – the RORC expects an even larger international fleet, showcasing elite talent and fierce national pride on the water.

“The 2025 Admiral’s Cup marked a new chapter for this historic competition,” commented Admiral’s Cup Race Director, Steve Cole. “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.

The anticipated schedule is for July 15 to be the first day of measurement and inspection with July 24 to be the start of the Rolex Fastnet Race. RORC will confirm further details of the 2027 edition – including entry criteria, race schedule, and social programme – in the coming months.

Teams from across Europe, the Americas, Asia, and Oceania have already expressed strong interest in returning or making their debut in this celebrated competition.

Information:
• Details: https://admiralscup.rorc.org/
• Expressions of interest: admiralscup@rorc.org
• General race inquiries: racing@rorc.org

Source: RORC