ILCA Sailing Articles
The Class Nobody Can Quit: Another Olympic Medallist Answers the ILCA’s Call
Annalise Murphy is returning to top-level ILCA 6 racing on the waters where she learned to sail. She’s not the first Olympic medallist the class has lured back for one more campaign — and it says something about what keeps champions coming home to the ILCA.
New Starting Technology Trialed at Sailing Grand Slam
New race-starting technology was tested on the ILCA fleet at the San Pedro Olympic Classes Regatta, an early but promising step ahead of the class’s own 2026 World Championships in Dun Laoghaire, Ireland.
From ILCA To SailGP: How Our Class Shapes The World’s Best Sailors
SailGP showcases some of the world’s fastest and most skilled sailors, racing hydrofoiling catamarans at speeds exceeding 50 knots. What many may not know is that several top SailGP athletes have developed their skills in the ILCA class. In this article, we’ll explore how the ILCA’s foundation in boat handling, decision-making, and adaptability has played…