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Straits Times
6 hours ago
- Sport
- Straits Times
Kiwis sink British dreams as Burling wins SailGP showdown
FILE PHOTO: Sailing - SailGP - Great Britain Sail Grand Prix - Portsmouth, Britain - July 19, 2025 Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team helmed by Dylan Fletcher leads New Zealand SailGP Team helmed by Peter Burling on Race Day 1 Simon Bruty/SailGP/Handout via REUTERS/File Photo PORTSMOUTH, England - Peter Burling's New Zealand team gate-crashed what should have been a triumphant home celebration, pipping Dylan Fletcher's British crew to victory in a nail-biting final at the Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix on Sunday. The Kiwis spoiled the party on the Solent, claiming their second event win of the season and third race victory of the weekend in a dramatic winner-takes-all showdown that left the packed Portsmouth shoreline deflated. Perfect sailing conditions greeted the fleet, with a nice steady breeze providing ideal racing weather that allowed the high-speed F50 foiling catamarans to showcase their full potential as they approached speeds of 100 km/h across the water. Fletcher's Emirates GBR team had looked destined for glory after commanding the leaderboard following a dominant opening day, but were edged out at the line when it mattered most. The Olympic gold medallist was left rueing what might have been. Switzerland added their own slice of history by reaching their first-ever SailGP final, though their fairytale run was cruelly cut short by technical gremlins that left them out of contention in the decider. The day's drama wasn't confined to the final, with France bouncing back from their own technical woes to seize victory in Race 6 - but only after a farcical interruption when a rogue spectator boat invaded the course and forced a restart. Twelve national teams had battled across seven fleet races for the coveted spots in the three-boat final, with Emirates GBR, New Zealand and Switzerland emerging from the pack as fans buzzed with anticipation along the shoreline. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore Priority for singles, higher quota for second-timer families to kick in from HDB's July BTO exercise Singapore Both Bukit Panjang LRT disruptions in July linked to newly installed power system: SMRT Singapore 1 in 3 vapes here laced with etomidate; MOH working with MHA to list it as illegal drug: Ong Ye Kung Asia Johor Bahru collision claims lives of e-hailing driver and Singapore passenger Sport Arsenal arrive in Singapore for pre-season matches with AC Milan and Newcastle Business Crypto exchange Tokenize to shut down Singapore operations Singapore More initiatives and support for migrant community announced at Racial Harmony Day event Singapore ComfortDelGro to discipline driver who flung relative's wheelchair out of taxi The victory propelled New Zealand to the summit of the overall SailGP championship leaderboard with 54 points, nudging ahead of Australia (BONDS Flying Roos) on 52 points and Spain on 51. Britain's wait for a home event victory continues, despite accumulating a long list of SailGP podiums around the world. REUTERS
The Star
7 hours ago
- Sport
- The Star
Sailing-Kiwis sink British dreams as Burling wins SailGP showdown
FILE PHOTO: Sailing - SailGP - Great Britain Sail Grand Prix - Portsmouth, Britain - July 19, 2025 Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team helmed by Dylan Fletcher leads New Zealand SailGP Team helmed by Peter Burling on Race Day 1 Simon Bruty/SailGP/Handout via REUTERS/File Photo PORTSMOUTH, England (Reuters) -Peter Burling's New Zealand team gate-crashed what should have been a triumphant home celebration, pipping Dylan Fletcher's British crew to victory in a nail-biting final at the Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix on Sunday. The Kiwis spoiled the party on the Solent, claiming their second event win of the season and third race victory of the weekend in a dramatic winner-takes-all showdown that left the packed Portsmouth shoreline deflated. Perfect sailing conditions greeted the fleet, with a nice steady breeze providing ideal racing weather that allowed the high-speed F50 foiling catamarans to showcase their full potential as they approached speeds of 100 km/h across the water. Fletcher's Emirates GBR team had looked destined for glory after commanding the leaderboard following a dominant opening day, but were edged out at the line when it mattered most. The Olympic gold medallist was left rueing what might have been. Switzerland added their own slice of history by reaching their first-ever SailGP final, though their fairytale run was cruelly cut short by technical gremlins that left them out of contention in the decider. The day's drama wasn't confined to the final, with France bouncing back from their own technical woes to seize victory in Race 6 - but only after a farcical interruption when a rogue spectator boat invaded the course and forced a restart. Twelve national teams had battled across seven fleet races for the coveted spots in the three-boat final, with Emirates GBR, New Zealand and Switzerland emerging from the pack as fans buzzed with anticipation along the shoreline. The victory propelled New Zealand to the summit of the overall SailGP championship leaderboard with 54 points, nudging ahead of Australia (BONDS Flying Roos) on 52 points and Spain on 51. Britain's wait for a home event victory continues, despite accumulating a long list of SailGP podiums around the world. (Editing by Toby Davis)
Cision Canada
3 days ago
- Business
- Cision Canada
DP WORLD DELIVERS SAILGP FLEET TO PORT TARGETING NET-ZERO STATUS
DP World, SailGP's Global Smart Logistics Partner, delivers racing fleet into Port of Southampton, ahead of the Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix event in Portsmouth, 19-20 July. SOUTHAMPTON, England, July 18, 2025 /CNW/ -- DP World, the Global Smart Logistics Partner of SailGP, has successfully delivered SailGP's high-performance F50 catamarans and equipment to the Port of Southampton. This marks the global racing league's return to British shores for the first times in three years, ahead of the highly anticipated Emirates Great Britain's SailGP Grand Prix in Portsmouth. DP World Southampton, where the SailGP fleet arrived in the UK, is targeting the achievement of being the first UK port to operate as a net-zero hub, using 100% hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) to power its fleet of straddle carriers and handling equipment. This switch has resulted in an 80%+ reduction in net emissions, offering a forward-looking glimpse into the future of portside operations. Mark Rosenberg, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer, Ports and Terminals, at DP World, said: "It's a privilege to play a key role in helping SailGP deliver a truly global race calendar, with our Port of Southampton setting a powerful example of how modern logistics can evolve. "Our target of net zero emissions really underlines our enthusiasm for progress and innovation in our industry, something we share very closely with our partners SailGP." The delivery marks another key milestone in DP World's partnership with SailGP, which sees the company oversee the end-to-end movement of critical race infrastructure across multiple continents. From packing and transporting the carbon-fibre catamarans to coordinating port operations, DP World plays a vital role in ensuring the seamless arrival of SailGP's fleet to 12 events across the globe this season. Following their arrival into Southampton, the F50s and accompanying infrastructure has now been transported to Portsmouth for the next stage of SailGP's international calendar, which gets underway on 19 July. The UK event is expected to draw thousands of fans to the south coast, with DP World's logistical expertise helping to ensure the fleet is race-ready and on time. Fiona Morgan, Chief Purpose Officer at SailGP, said: "Returning to the UK for the first time in three years is incredibly exciting for everyone at SailGP. There's a real sense of anticipation to be back racing in front of British fans, and it's great to be working hand in hand with DP World on getting SailGP's fleet and equipment through the UK's first net-zero hub port," said Fiona Morgan, Chief Purpose Officer at SailGP. "Together we're showcasing what's possible when sport and industry work hand in hand, and long may that continue." As the series continues its journey around the world, DP World's supply chain expertise will continue to underpin the smooth operation of the championship behind the scenes.
New York Times
3 days ago
- Sport
- New York Times
SailGP Has Arrived in the Solent, With the Challenges That Come With It
The narrow, tide-tortured body of water between the south coast of England and the Isle of Wight, the Solent, is a cradle of yachting tradition. However, when SailGP's catamarans race there Saturday and Sunday, that will be steps beyond tradition. Baby steps, not. The Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix at Portsmouth is the seventh of 12 stops for SailGP in 2025, and the Solent stands out for its challenges and its lore. Of the Solent and its relevance to sport, Ben Ainslie, the chief executive of the British SailGP Team, offered a succinct thought: 'The Solent is to sailing what the Old Course at St. Andrews is to golf,' he said. And add Wimbledon to tennis, and Silverstone to Formula 1. In an interview in June, Ainslie recalled his introduction to the Solent 'as a 10-year-old at a kids' regatta, when I somehow won a ride on an ocean racer.' Want all of The Times? Subscribe.
Time Out
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Don't miss out on the ultimate south coast sporting event of the summer
In preparation for the most exciting racing on water returning to UK shores this July, Portsmouth is gearing up to host its first-ever version of the long-awaited return of the Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix across one action-packed weekend. Serving as the seventh stop of the Rolex SailGP Championship's 2025 season, there's a whole lot to play for – and even more to enjoy! From July 19 to July 20 2025, the Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix will feature 12 national teams racing identical F50 foiling catamarans shore-side to the finish line – hitting speeds of up to 100kph! Home team – Emirates Great Britain – is led by Olympic gold medalist Dylan Fletcher, alongside three-time Olympic medalist and strategist Hannah Mills, you're in for some star-studded action from the get-go. SailGP's unique offering of close-to-shore stadium viewing allows fans the opportunity to get up close and personal to the action, with epic grandstand seating and a buzzing atmosphere in the Race Stadium and with Portsmouth's iconic Solent setting the ultimate backdrop for the high-speed, high-tech racing, there is no better place to experience this new era of Great British Racing. Fan of live music? SailGP's Aprés-Sail experience comes to life across the weekend with live entertainment by British singer-songwriter and pop star Tom Grennan on Saturday and legendary DJ Pete Tong headlining on Sunday, providing an atmosphere like no other. Artists will perform post-race alongside some truly unforgettable waterside entertainment, but the best part? All entertainment and live music is included in the ticket price, so you and 20,000 other racing fans can live your best lives all weekend at no additional cost! High-adrenaline global racing championship with a side of Aprés-Sail? Sign us up! The only catch? Tickets – that include a Waterfront Premium Lounge offering – are selling fast, so get yours before they go!
