A key component of SSL Gold Cup events is the comprehensive coverage, bringing every moment of the racing to audiences around the world in detail, as well as a range of highlights. With the SSL Gold Cup African and Oceanian Qualifiers complete, it’s now time for the European Qualifiers, with two Groups now settling in at Grandson, registering, weighing...

With 500 kilometres of Mediterranean coast, and around 1500 kilometres of Atlantic coastline, Morocco is naturally suited to sailing, and has become a premier destination for cruising yachts and major regattas. Team Morocco, the Atlas Lion Sailors, made their debut at the SSL Gold Cup 2026 African & Oceanian Qualifiers, so I talked to crewmember Zineb...

SSL GOLD CUP AFRICAN AND OCEANIAN QUALIFIERS DAY 3 The pressure on Lake Neuchâtel ramped up a notch on the final day with double points on offer. There was an early shock for Morocco, who were given a one point penalty for not filling in their crew list in time. Would this prove vital come the end of the day? If so, they would be rueing this...

With the threat of storms gone and the rain clearing, a beautiful 10 to 13 knot from the South West, all was set on Lake Neuchâtel for a perfect day’s sailing. The teams looked resplendent in their national jerseys, the SSL47 yachts were glistening with their gold wraps, and the verdant Alpen background made the perfect amphitheatre for racing. Race...

The wait was over! Racing in the SSL Gold Cup Africa and Oceania Qualifier began today on Lake Neuchâtel, Switzerland. The tension was palpable during the briefing as the teams from Morocco, Mozambique, the Seychelles and Tahiti prepared to launch. It was time to put all they’d learned during training into practice. Startline drama, seaweed, and...

The Road to Rio and the countdown to SSL Gold Cup Brasil 2026 continues over the next two weeks in the stunning surroundings of Lake Neuchâtel in Switzerland with two sets of Qualifiers. Teams have been training for the past week in the magnificent fleet of SSL47 yachts, resplendent in their gold wraps, adapting to the local conditions and are ready for...

The excitement is building as sailors from across Africa and Oceania prepare to compete for a place on the world stage. Only two days to go until the African and Oceania Qualifiers get underway! Tomorrow, we will gather for the Opening Ceremony at 7:00 PM in the Fan Zone next to the Marina Yacht Club, Parc de Salle des Quais. The evening will include the...

With just three days remaining until the regatta, the teams are enjoying a well-deserved break from sailing. During the weekend, they have free days to relax, explore, and take part in various activities. One of today's highlights was a visit to the Pro Natura Centre Champ-Pittet. Located in the heart of the Grande Cariçaie, the largest wetland area in...

Only 4 days left until the first race of the African and Oceania Qualifiers! Today is the team's final day of on-water training, with two practice races scheduled. Everything will follow the same procedures and format that will be used during the qualifiers. The competition is heating up on the water! Who will secure a ticket to Rio? We'll find out...

Only six days remain until the first races of the African and Oceanian Qualifiers begin. Teams arrived in Switzerland on Monday to test the venue, familiarize themselves with the SSL yachts, and complete their final preparations ahead of the competition. Group C teams: Tahiti, Mozambique, Morocco, and Seychelles have been training on Lake Neuchâtel,...

Only 7 days to go until the first races of the African and Oceanian Qualifiers! Teams have already arrived in Switzerland to test the venue, get familiar with the SSL yachts, and complete their final preparations before racing begins. Since Monday, teams from Tahiti, Mozambique, Morocco, and Seychelles have been training in Grandson. With the support of...