Two final Course Races set the top eight as the iQFOiL International Games move into Medal Series mode   Lanzarote, February 10, 2026 - Day 4 of the iQFOiL International Games in Lanzarote, hosted at Marina Rubicon, brought another test of patience and adaptability for sailors and race officials alike. The fleet faced shifting breeze and unstable conditions that ultimately marked the end of the Qualification Series and set the stage for the upcoming Medal Series. When the fle

Finn Hawkins regains the Men’s lead as Course Racing reshapes the rankings, while Emma Wilson continues to dominate in Lanzarote   Lanzarote, Spain, February 9th, 2026  – After two days of fast-paced Sprint formats and constantly evolving conditions, Day 3 of the iQFOiL International Games in Lanzarote marked a clear shift in intensity, as stronger breeze and classic Course Racing reshaped both strategy and the provisional rankings. Today the wind increased and veered further

Upwind Sprint racing reshapes the leaderboard as Pilloni takes the Men’s lead and Emma Wilson extends her dominance at the iQFOiL International Games After an action-packed opening day that set the tone for a high-intensity week in Lanzarote, Day 2 of the iQFOiL International Games delivered another full schedule of racing, with evolving conditions and tactical challenges testing the world’s best windfoilers. Today the racecourse was moved closer to the lighthouse, where sail

Season opener delivers fast-paced slalom action in classic Lanzarote conditions Lanzarote, Spain, February 7, 2026 – The  2026 Lanzarote International iQFOiL Games , the  first event of the newly inaugurated season , officially got underway today at  Marina Rubicón in Playa Blanca, Lanzarote , organized by  Marina Rubicón , with a strong turnout of  101 competitors , including  61 Men and 40 Women representing almost 30 nations , launching the campaign in characteristic Canar

Thrilling Medal Series closes the 2025 iQFOiL European Championship at Circolo Velico Sferracavallo Sferracavallo, Palermo – November 29, 2025  – The final day of the iQFOiL European Championship in Sicily brought a perfect mix of tension and triumph as the Medal Series unfolded under a cloudy sky that soon gave way to steady wind and spectacular racing. With 12 to 14 knots of westerly breeze and a solid chop rolling through the racecourse, the top 10 athletes in each fleet b

Top 10 confirmed for tomorrow’s Medal Series showdown in Sferracavallo Sferracavallo, Palermo – November 29, 2025  – The penultimate day of the 2025 iQFOiL European Championship in Sferracavallo brought frustration and waiting as light and unstable wind conditions made racing impossible. As the forecast had been saying for a couple of days, the breeze never settled on the Gulf of Palermo, and no races could be sailed across any fleet. As a result, the rankings from last night

Emma Wilson (GBR) and Nico Goyard (FRA) take the lead as the Final Series wraps up tomorrow Sferracavallo, Palermo – November 28, 2025  – Day 4 of the iQFOiL Senior European Championship al Circolo Velico Sferracavallo opened with cooler temperatures and a light morning breeze, keeping both sailors and race officials on their toes. Over 140 athletes took to the water, with the Women’s fleet starting at 11:30 on Area 2, while the Men’s Gold fleet on Area 1 had to wait patientl

Weather turns tricky in Sferracavallo as only one Men’s race is completed Sferracavallo, Palermo – November 26, 2025  – Day 3 of the iQFOiL Senior European Championship at Circolo Velico Sferracavallo started with high hopes as sunshine, a warm breeze, and a building south-westerly wind greeted the athletes. The Race Committee followed the scheduled plan, sending the Women’s fleet on the water for the 10:30 start and the Men’s Gold fleet shortly after for a 10:45 start. Condi

Strong breeze and tight racing on Day 2 in Sicily Sferracavallo, Palermo – November 25, 2025  – After a slow start on Day 1, conditions at the 2025 iQFOiL Senior European Championship came to life today in Sferracavallo. With sunshine and a solid breeze filling in across the racecourse, all fleets were able to complete five full course races, marking the first major shake-up in the standings. In the Men’s fleet, Olympic Champion Tom Reuveny showed consistency across the board

One race for each fleet with the young talents emerging since the early hours. Sferracavallo, Palermo – November 24, 2025 –  The 2025 iQFOiL Senior European Championship officially began today on the stunning Sicilian coast of Sferracavallo, with over 140 athletes from 35 nations lining up for a shot at the continental title. Hosted by Circolo Velico Sferracavallo in partnership with the Italian Sailing Federation and the International iQFOiL Class Association, the event prom

Sferracavallo, Palermo, Italy – November 23, 2025 Under the Sicilian sun and with the majestic Tyrrhenian Sea as its backdrop, the 2025 iQFOiL Senior European Championship officially opened today in Sferracavallo , a coastal district of Palermo , Sicily. Hosted by the Circolo Velico Sferracavallo in collaboration with the Italian Sailing Federation (FIV) and the International iQFOiL Class Association , the regatta promises six days of high-performance foiling windsurfing at

Shenzhen, China – 8 November 2025  – The iQFOiL International Games in Shenzhen, which doubled as the 2025 Asian Championships, came to a close today at Dameisha Bay following a week heavily impacted by unstable weather and the effects of Typhoon Kalmaegi. After two days of racing cancelled due to storm disruption, Friday offered the only full day of validated competition. Hopes were high going into the final day, as a promising southerly breeze kicked off the morning. The Se

Shenzhen, China – 7 November 2025  – The iQFOiL Games #5, doubling as the 2025 Asian Championships, are back in full swing at Dameisha Bay, a venue celebrated for its stunning coastline and technically demanding sailing conditions. November in Dameisha typically offers moderate breeze and shifting swells, challenging foiling windsurfers to balance speed with sharp tactical decisions. This year’s event, however, opened under the shadow of Typhoon Kalmaegi. Originating in the P

11th Hour Racing Impact Award and three Kuehne+Nagel Young World Sailor of the Year Award The iQFOiL Class has been shortlisted for four 2025 World Sailing Awards. The prestigious 2025 World Sailing 11th Hour Racing Impact Award , recognized for its groundbreaking work in environmental and social sustainability. As one of five standout global initiatives selected, the nomination highlights the class’s innovative and measurable commitment to a greener future for sailing and be

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Tactical Twists and Podium Moves: Drama on Day 3 at the iQFOiL U23 World Championship   Portimão, Portugal  – September 10, 2025 – After...

Portimão, Portugal – September 9, 2025 – Yesterday, the opening day of the U23 World Championships set the tone for a high-level...

Portimão, Portugal – September 8, 2025  - The Algarve region, famous for its golden beaches, rugged coastline, and year-round sunshine, ...