Formia, Italy – 19 September 2025
The 2025 ILCA Master World Championships officially kicked off today in Formia, Italy, hosted by Circolo Nautico Caposele. This year’s event has drawn over 450 sailors from 31 nations, making it one of the largest gatherings of the ILCA Master community worldwide.
Raffaele Giranella, President of Circolo Nautico Caposele, shared his excitement: “For our club, it is a great honor to host in Formia the ILCA Master World Championship with as many as 455 athletes at the start. This event brings to our gulf sport, passion, and a sailing tradition that has deep roots here. We can’t wait for the races to begin on Monday: it will be a unique spectacle, with the sea and wind of Formia ready to offer emotions to all participants and enthusiasts following the regattas. A special thank you goes to Regione Lazio and the Municipal Administration, in particular Councillor Elena Palazzo, for the support and closeness that made this event possible.”
The championship combines top-tier competition with a vibrant social scene. After measurement checks and the Opening Ceremony on Sunday, September 21, the first race is set for Monday, September 22. Daily regattas will continue through the week, along with traditional pasta parties and live music.
A special Gala Dinner is planned for Thursday, September 25, while the Closing Ceremony and prize-giving will take place on Sunday, September 28.
Event Schedule at a Glance:
- Fri 19 – Sun 21: Measurement checks, practice race, coach meeting, Opening Ceremony
- Mon 22 – Wed 24: Regattas, daily pasta parties with live music
- Thu 25: Reserve/rest day, Gala Dinner at 20:00
- Fri 26 – Sat 27: Regattas, daily pasta parties with live music
- Sun 28: Final regattas, Award Ceremony and Closing at 18:30
With sailors from across the globe, a lively social program, and the breathtaking Gulf of Formia as a backdrop, the 2025 ILCA Master World Championships promises to be a week to remember.
How to Follow the Event
Sailing fans around the world will be able to follow the 2025 ILCA Master World Championships across multiple platforms.
Daily reports will be posted on both the ILCA Class website and the event website, while results will be updated each day on the event site.
High-quality photos will be published daily on SmugMug, with video highlights available on the ILCA YouTube channel.
Additional live coverage, updates, and behind-the-scenes content will be shared on Instagram and Facebook.
For instant notifications, everyone is invited to join the official Telegram Info Channel, providing the latest news directly from the event.
Sponsors & Partners
The 2025 ILCA Master World Championships are organized by ILCA and Circolo Nautico Caposele, with support from Camera di Commercio e Informare, Capitaneria di Porto, and Federazione Italiana Vela.
Sponsors include Banca del Cassinate, Capolino, Casale dei Giglio, Conad, Eufon, Italpol, Purificato, Regione Lazio, Riviera di Ulisse, Tecnorestauri, Terranova, Todis, Devoti Sailing, and Peak Production.
Report by Agustín Argüelles – ILCA | Source: Viola Devoti | Photos by Peak Production.