Having launched no fewer than seven starts in the gulf with visibility fast disappearing, the three Race Committees ruling at Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez opted to send the crews back to port after running out of their favourite fuel, the breeze. The perfect opportunity then to focus on tomorrow’s action, delve into the provisional overall ranking…
At Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez, Thursday is traditionally dedicated to Challenges, a playful nod to the origins of the Nioulargue and a wonderful way to gauge just how far we’ve come since then. The passage of time was also a hot topic today with the Centenarian Trophy, which pitted 19 high-spirited classic yachts against one…
The Maxis enjoyed a day off today, with only My Song and Balthasar out on the racecourse as they duelled for the Club 55 Paul Watson Maxi Yachts Cup. As such, it was the Modern and Classic yachts who were tasked with putting on the entertainment in front of the Village des Voiles in Saint-Tropez with a series of…
What a showstopping spectacle! Revelling in the summery conditions, the 250 competitors racing at Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez put on a thrilling display from the Portalet tower to the bay of Pampelonne and as far as the Fourmigue as they lit up the Gulf of Saint-Tropez late this afternoon. Teatime saw them all converging on…
Wind ahoy, at last! After some very light conditions initially for the Modern yachts and a more established breeze at Pampelonne for the Maxis, who experienced highs and lows throughout the afternoon… patience and concentration were the order of the day, with some very evenly matched races enabling everyone to compete in their own categories…
Following yesterday’s strong gusts, conditions were dreamy today with a gentle ten knots of thermal breeze and the ever-faithful sunshine. Offering up champagne sailing to the Modern and Maxi fleet having a ball out on the water training, the Gulf of Saint Tropez also reserved a warm, welcoming embrace early this afternoon for the 41…
From 9 a.m. this morning, the Village des Voiles de Saint-Tropez, based on the Môle Jean Réveille, opened its doors to both the competitors and the public. Beneath bright blue skies, any clouds swept away by a strong NW’ly wind, the gusts packing quite a punch, visitors were treated to the wonderful spectacle of the…
From September 28 to October 6, Saint-Tropez will be living to the rhythm of the Voiles, which are celebrating their 25th anniversary this year. A grandiose regatta comprising three classes of Maxi, Modern and Classic boats making up a fleet of 250 of the world’s finest yachts to grace the water and make Saint-Tropez the yachting…
Making up the Classic, Modern and Maxi classes, nearly 250 boats are officially entered in Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez, which begins September 28. Scrolling the entry lists made available on-line by the Société Nautique de Saint-Tropez, are some familiar names, the best images from past editions, notable newcomers, all showcasing an eclecticism that makes Les Voiles…
The 11th of July With two and a half months to go before the opening of Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez, which runs from September 28 to October 6, we know a little more about what’s new for this anniversary edition. With 25 years of experience under its belt, Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez is always on the…
The most beautiful yachts in the world come together in a sumptuous setting and a friendly atmosphere. The alchemy creating the magic of the Voiles de Saint-Tropez since 1999 will be at work once again this year as the event celebrates its 25th anniversary, as some 3,000 crew gather for what has become an event not-to-be-missed….
When the planets of the sailing galaxy are aligned! Gorgeous sunshine, breeze, the Gulf of SaintTropez as a backdrop, the most beautiful Maxi, Modern and Classic yachts in the world, sailors from all different backgrounds, a sociable atmosphere leading to lifelong friendships, such are the ingredients of a magical concoction, which once again resulted in…
