New Sponsors, Courses, Classes and Old Traditions

The Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta welcomes aboard a new main sponsor LOCMAN, the prestigious watch company from the island of Elba, Italy.

There has been a strong international interest in this prestigious event: with over 50 expected participants already, it promises to be exciting and competitive.

A new International Dragon Class has attracted much attention, with all the Petticrows now allocated. In addition to world-class yachtsman and previous Dragon champion Mike Toppa taking part, world Melges 24 champion Gianluca Perego and Olympic sailor Eric Tulla from the New York Yacht Club will also be competing in what will surely be a very interesting challenge.

A new Historic Class (yachts designed or built before 1976, of any construction material, any hull configuration) is aimed at encouraging the many boats that have previously not been eligible for this event to take part. Meanwhile a great schooner line-up in the Classic and Vintage classes with Spirit of Tradition and Traditional Classes are also looking strong.

New courses, new starts, new classes all in the same superb sailing conditions all participants have come to enjoy. Anticipate a highly enjoyable, successful Regatta….fair winds.