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The Royal Ocean Racing Club secures victory in the 2026 Range Rover Sardinia Cup, triumphing over the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda and the RORC Gold team. This win marks a significant moment as the regatta returns after a 14-year break, igniting excitement for future competitions.
The Sardinia Cup, held in Porto Cervo from May 31 to June 7, showcases elite yacht club teams and will next take place in June 2028. The final day featured a thrilling coastal race in 8 to 10 knots, with boats tackling a challenging 16-mile course that included rounding the Isola dei Monaci.
In the SC1 class, Jolt 3 impresses with a decisive win, followed closely by Ino Veritas and RocketNikka. Meanwhile, Django JP takes the top spot in SC2, edging out Ran and Nola. YCCS Commodore Andrea Recordati commends the RORC team, emphasizing the significance of the victory for Ino Veritas and Garm, whose names will be etched on the trophy.
James Neville, owner of Ino Veritas, highlights the importance of teamwork in securing the win, reflecting the spirit of collaboration that defines the Sardinia Cup. The competition promises to elevate further at the upcoming Admiral's Cup in the following year.
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