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Hamilton Spectator
01-08-2025
- Sport
- Hamilton Spectator
Yachting: Monaco Triumphs at the Admiral's Cup, Historic Victory for the Yacht Club
MONACO, Aug. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — First participation and first historic victory: Yacht Club de Monaco wins the 2025 Admiral's Cup with a nail-biting finale. Led by the YCM's vice-president, Pierre Casiraghi ( Jolt 6 ), and Peter Harrison ( Jolt 3 ), the two Monegasque teams dominated the Rolex Fastnet Race, the final and decisive event (coefficient 3) of the trophy, surpassing the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club and the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda. In its very first appearance, YCM claimed victory in a revived edition of the Admiral's Cup after more than twenty years, which saw 15 nations compete across three stages: the Channel Race (160 miles, coeff. 2), six inshore races in the Solent, and finally the Rolex Fastnet Race. It was over the final 695 miles that the overall standings were decided. Pierre Casiraghi, at the helm of Jolt 6 , won his class on corrected time. 'Honestly, I still can't believe what we've achieved. Winning the Admiral's Cup in its revival and on Monaco's debut, is indescribable. I'm not a professional helm, and this was the most exhausting race I've ever done.' He went on to praise the entire team: 'We knew the Fastnet would be decisive and our team executed it flawlessly. Will Harris, our navigator, was phenomenal, he didn't miss a beat. From the moment we exited the Solent, everything went to plan. We held the lead, fought off relentless pressure from Callisto (RNZYS) and Beau Ideal (RHKYC), and made every move count. It was truly a collective effort, from the sailors to the shore crew. I hope this inspires the new generation of young sailors at YCM - they followed our every move. Right now, I'm exhausted and can't imagine doing another offshore on a 42-footer anytime soon, but it's been a magical journey.' Jolt 3 also delivered a strong performance with Peter Harrison, finishing third in real time in the AC Class 1: 'This is without a doubt the biggest result I've ever had in sailing and I doubt it will ever be topped. Helping bring Yacht Club de Monaco its first Admiral's Cup victory at the first attempt is simply extraordinary.' He added: 'From the start, Pierre Casiraghi and I believed in this campaign. The Club was fully behind us, and with Matt Adams coordinating and a world-class team around us we built something truly special. It's a huge moment for Monaco and I believe it firmly establishes YCM as a force in offshore sailing. The event was impeccably run and every race completed. Full credit to the RORC team.' With Jolt 3 placing first in AC Class 1 and Jolt 6 second in AC Class 2, Monaco secured the team trophy with a 16-point lead over the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club. The award ceremony is scheduled for Thursday, July 31 at 6:00 p.m. at the Rolex Fastnet Race Event Village. Other YCM crews also posted strong results: Black Jack 100 , skippered by Remon Vos (with Tristan Le Brun), won the Monohull Line Honours ahead of Leopard 3 ; Rayon Vert , helmed by Oren Nataf, finished 19th among multihulls. Young sailor Didier Schouten completed his first major Channel crossing aboard Ocean Breeze . Focus now shifts to The Ocean Race Europe (August 10 – September 21): Will Harris and Cole Brauer will return to sea aboard Malizia-Seaexplorer , with stops in Kiel, Portsmouth, Porto, Cartagena, Nice, Genoa, and a final arrival in Montenegro. For more information: Press Office LaPresse - A photo accompanying this announcement is available at
Toronto Star
01-08-2025
- Sport
- Toronto Star
Yachting: Monaco Triumphs at the Admiral's Cup, Historic Victory for the Yacht Club
MONACO, Aug. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — First participation and first historic victory: Yacht Club de Monaco wins the 2025 Admiral's Cup with a nail-biting finale. Led by the YCM's vice-president, Pierre Casiraghi (Jolt 6), and Peter Harrison (Jolt 3), the two Monegasque teams dominated the Rolex Fastnet Race, the final and decisive event (coefficient 3) of the trophy, surpassing the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club and the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda. In its very first appearance, YCM claimed victory in a revived edition of the Admiral's Cup after more than twenty years, which saw 15 nations compete across three stages: the Channel Race (160 miles, coeff. 2), six inshore races in the Solent, and finally the Rolex Fastnet Race. It was over the final 695 miles that the overall standings were decided.
Toronto Star
29-07-2025
- Sport
- Toronto Star
Yachting: maxi monohull Black Jack 100, member of Yacht Club de Monaco, triumphs at the Fastnet
MONACO, July 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Black Jack 100 claimed victory in the 51st Rolex Fastnet Race in a breathtaking finale. The maxi monohull owned by Remon Vos, member of the Yacht Club de Monaco, crossed the finish line in Cherbourg on Tuesday 29 July at 00:21, after 2 days, 12 hours, 31 minutes and 21 seconds at sea. At the helm, Tristan Le Brun - member of YCM's Captains Club - led the crew to win the Erivale Trophy, awarded to the first monohull across the line in real time. The outcome was decided only in the final miles, after an intense duel with SHK Scallywag. The two 100-footers battled through a series of tactical tacks, often just two boat lengths apart. The turning point came off Fastnet Rock, in winds exceeding 20 knots. The crew aboard Black Jack 100 responded with three rapid sail changes—from jib to J0 and then to A2 spinnaker—gaining a decisive edge. 'Last year they beat us by 20 minutes at the Middle Sea Race. This time we were a bit faster,' said Le Brun. 'You need a good boat, strategy… and a bit of luck. We were the underdogs against some very established teams.' Even the final stretch offered no certainty. The strong Raz Blanchard currents allowed their pursuers to close in. 'Everyone was catching up,' he added. 'With Max Deckers, we spent two hours refining our route in the dark, very close to shore. A delicate manoeuvre—but decisive. Winning today, after just a year and a half working as a team, exceeds all expectations.' ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW SHK Scallywag crossed the line at 01:19, followed five minutes later by Leopard 3, skippered by Joost Schuijff, also racing for Monaco. This triumph doesn't mark the end of the racing season for Black Jack 100: the boat is now heading to Palermo to compete in the 20th Palermo-Montecarlo, which starts on 19 August at 11:55 off Mondello, organised by Circolo della Vela Sicilia in partnership with the YCM and the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda. Meanwhile, the Fastnet also serves as the final leg of the revived Admiral's Cup, back on the calendar after over two decades. The 2025 edition includes a Channel Race (coefficient 2), six inshore races in the Solent, and the Fastnet itself (coefficient 3), which can upend the standings. In AC Class 2, Jolt 6, helmed by Pierre Casiraghi, vice-president of YCM, is currently second just miles from Cherbourg. Jolt 3, in AC Class 1 and skippered by Peter Harrison, is expected slightly earlier. Every minute counts in the bid to beat the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club, now leading, while Yacht Club Costa Smeralda remains in striking distance. YCM is also active on other fronts. Oren Nataf, at the helm of the Pulsar 50 Rayon Vert, continues in the multihull class alongside Vincent Riou. Giovanni Lombardi Stronati competes under the Italian flag with two boats—Django WR51 and Django JPK—in different classes. Both are expected between the night and 30 July. Finally, promising signs from young Didier Schouten of YCM's Sports Section, tackling his first major cross-Channel race aboard Ocean Breeze. He is expected to reach Cherbourg early on 30 July. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW Yet the true winner of the 2025 Fastnet is still unknown. Final rankings will be determined by corrected time under IRC rules. With narrow gaps and many boats still at sea, nothing is decided. As ever, the Fastnet lives up to its reputation: no victory is certain until the last boat finishes. For more information: Press Office LaPresse - A photo accompanying this announcement is available at
Hamilton Spectator
29-07-2025
- Sport
- Hamilton Spectator
Yachting: maxi monohull Black Jack 100, member of Yacht Club de Monaco, triumphs at the Fastnet
MONACO, July 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Black Jack 100 claimed victory in the 51st Rolex Fastnet Race in a breathtaking finale. The maxi monohull owned by Remon Vos, member of the Yacht Club de Monaco, crossed the finish line in Cherbourg on Tuesday 29 July at 00:21, after 2 days, 12 hours, 31 minutes and 21 seconds at sea. At the helm, Tristan Le Brun - member of YCM's Captains Club - led the crew to win the Erivale Trophy, awarded to the first monohull across the line in real time. The outcome was decided only in the final miles, after an intense duel with SHK Scallywag. The two 100-footers battled through a series of tactical tacks, often just two boat lengths apart. The turning point came off Fastnet Rock, in winds exceeding 20 knots. The crew aboard Black Jack 100 responded with three rapid sail changes—from jib to J0 and then to A2 spinnaker—gaining a decisive edge. 'Last year they beat us by 20 minutes at the Middle Sea Race. This time we were a bit faster,' said Le Brun. 'You need a good boat, strategy… and a bit of luck. We were the underdogs against some very established teams.' Even the final stretch offered no certainty. The strong Raz Blanchard currents allowed their pursuers to close in. 'Everyone was catching up,' he added. 'With Max Deckers, we spent two hours refining our route in the dark, very close to shore. A delicate manoeuvre—but decisive. Winning today, after just a year and a half working as a team, exceeds all expectations.' SHK Scallywag crossed the line at 01:19, followed five minutes later by Leopard 3, skippered by Joost Schuijff, also racing for Monaco. This triumph doesn't mark the end of the racing season for Black Jack 100: the boat is now heading to Palermo to compete in the 20th Palermo-Montecarlo, which starts on 19 August at 11:55 off Mondello, organised by Circolo della Vela Sicilia in partnership with the YCM and the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda. Meanwhile, the Fastnet also serves as the final leg of the revived Admiral's Cup, back on the calendar after over two decades. The 2025 edition includes a Channel Race (coefficient 2), six inshore races in the Solent, and the Fastnet itself (coefficient 3), which can upend the standings. In AC Class 2, Jolt 6, helmed by Pierre Casiraghi, vice-president of YCM, is currently second just miles from Cherbourg. Jolt 3, in AC Class 1 and skippered by Peter Harrison, is expected slightly earlier. Every minute counts in the bid to beat the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club, now leading, while Yacht Club Costa Smeralda remains in striking distance. YCM is also active on other fronts. Oren Nataf, at the helm of the Pulsar 50 Rayon Vert, continues in the multihull class alongside Vincent Riou. Giovanni Lombardi Stronati competes under the Italian flag with two boats—Django WR51 and Django JPK—in different classes. Both are expected between the night and 30 July. Finally, promising signs from young Didier Schouten of YCM's Sports Section, tackling his first major cross-Channel race aboard Ocean Breeze. He is expected to reach Cherbourg early on 30 July. Yet the true winner of the 2025 Fastnet is still unknown. Final rankings will be determined by corrected time under IRC rules. With narrow gaps and many boats still at sea, nothing is decided. As ever, the Fastnet lives up to its reputation: no victory is certain until the last boat finishes. For more information: Press Office LaPresse - A photo accompanying this announcement is available at
Yahoo
18-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Yachting: Casiraghi triumphs in the Solent, Yacht Club de Monaco now eyes the Admiral's Cup
MONACO, June 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pierre Casiraghi has claimed victory at the helm of 'Jolt 6' in the British IRC National Championship, overcoming fierce competition in the challenging waters of the Solent. The regatta, held in Cowes as part of the 250th anniversary celebrations of the Royal Thames Yacht Club, marks a key milestone in the Yacht Club de Monaco's preparation for the 24th Admiral's Cup (17 July – 1 August 2025). Competing in the IRC 1 category, 'Jolt 6' outpaced a strong line-up. 'Winning this event in Cowes in typical Solent conditions, with an unstable 10-18 knot westerly, was a real challenge. The shifting wind and tidal current transitions made for a very tactical race, but our boat, quick in light airs, made the difference on key tacks,' said Casiraghi, YCM's Vice-President, who stood out against a field of professional helmsmen. The result confirms the strong momentum of the 'Jolt' project, spearheaded by YCM member Peter Harrison, and fuels the ambitions of the team ahead of the prestigious international competition organised by the Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC). The 2025 edition is set to feature 14 teams from 13 nations, including the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron, Yacht Club Costa Smeralda, and the New York Yacht Club, a three-time winner of the Admiral's Cup. Flying the flag of Monaco, Team Jolt will field two complementary boats: the TP52 'Jolt 3', helmed by Peter Harrison, and the Carkeek 42 'Jolt 6', skippered by Casiraghi. Both crews have been engaged for months in a structured programme of training and international racing. Casiraghi credited the crew's performance as decisive: 'I'd like to highlight the exceptional work put in by our cosmopolitan crew of ten sailors, including Ben Saxton on tactics, Will Harris on navigation and Joey Newton and Cole Brauer on trimming. Their precision was the deciding factor. Being the only non-pro helmsman against sailors like Dean Barker, America's Cup winner, is a huge motivation for me. Competing against them pushes me to give my very best.' 'Jolt 3' also delivered a strong performance: with Peter Harrison at the helm and Ed Baird on tactics, the TP52 finished third in the IRC 0 category, following its victory at the RORC Easter Challenge in April. 'This latest victory is an important step, but the level will be even higher for the Admiral's Cup, as there will be teams there very hard to beat. We must continue to train with rigour and determination to meet this new challenge,' Casiraghi concluded. His focus is now on building a tightly coordinated, responsive team capable of handling any scenario with clarity in communication and top-level technical execution. The preparation is aimed at mastering one of the sport's most demanding formats, which alternates between inshore and offshore races, culminating in the iconic Rolex Fastnet Race. The objective is clear: to reach the start line ready to compete at the highest level. For more information:- A photo accompanying this announcement is available at in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
