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Yachting Cup 2026 at San Diego Yacht Club showcases thrilling competition with 48 boats racing across eight classes. This weekend's action reveals the intense adaptability required in varied conditions as the regatta nears its conclusion.
Sunday's racing features three classes starting inside San Diego Bay. The J/24s engage in buoy racing, while the Classics tackle a challenging 12.3nm course to the ocean and back to Shelter Island. The ORR class navigates a 20.3nm course, combining cityfront sailing with ocean challenges. PRO Susi Graff highlights the excitement, stating, "Today we were able to get in 3 good races for the J/24s... It was a great weekend for all."
Key class winners include Peter Wagner on J/111 Skeleton Key, Chick Pyle with Beneteau 36.7 Kea, and Mark Stratton’s J/122 Cheeky, who emerges as the overall winner of the Yachting Cup 2026.
Meanwhile, offshore racing sees consistent winds favoring strong boatspeed. PRO Bill Stump notes fluctuating conditions, with winds peaking at 8 knots, making for a unique racing experience. The rivalry in the Beneteau 36.7 class continues, with Chick Pyle's Kea and Erika Barth's Given-Ho battling for supremacy. The weekend wraps up with crews celebrating their achievements over Mount Gay Rum.
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