World Sailing Speed Record Council Archives

Jules Verne attempt postponed

November 25th, 2021

(November 25, 2021) – After committing yesterday to begin their Jules Verne attempt today, it was decided today by Dona

November 24th, 2021

(November 24, 2021) – Dona Bertarelli, Yann Guichard, and their nine crew will begin a fresh Jules Verne Trophy record

October 25th, 2021

Ta’ Xbiex, Malta (October 25, 2021) – The VPLP/Verdier designed 100 foot racing maxi, Comanche (CAY), skippered by Mitch Booth,

October 24th, 2021

Ta’ Xbiex, Malta (October 24, 2021) – Following the start yesterday for the 42nd Rolex Middle Sea Race, Jason Carroll’s

October 14th, 2021

Dona Bertarelli and Yann Guichard are set to take on the Jules Verne Trophy, held since 2017 by Francis Joyon

October 5th, 2021

The World Sailing Speed Record Council has confirmed the establishment of a new World Record for the 289nm Chicago to

September 21st, 2021

The 60-foot trimaran Areté owned by Rick Warner succeeded in their record-breaking attempt for the Chicago-Mackinac course, completing the 289

September 20th, 2021

Chicago, IL (September 20, 2021) – The 60-foot trimaran Areté owned by Rick Warner began its record-breaking attempt to claim

August 1st, 2021

The World Sailing Speed Record Council has confirmed the establishment of a new 40 ft Outright 24 Hour Record. The

June 16th, 2021

The World Sailing Speed Record Council has confirmed the establishment of a new Bermuda to Plymouth World Record. The MOD70