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Engine failure forces RPAYC Commodore into Bay of Islands 111nm from Auckland finish

RPAYC Commodore Rob McClelland was just 111nm from Auckland when engine failure forced his Jeanneau 57 into the Bay of Islands during the 2025 Sydney to Auckland Ocean Race.

Lucky leads Sydney to Auckland Ocean Race after engine drama nearly ruled her out

Lucky leads the 2025 Sydney to Auckland Ocean Race after last-minute engine drama. Follow the fleet's Tasman crossing, race records, and crew stories.

Nakita and Supersticious double up as NZ Offshore Powerboat Championship opens at Gulf Harbour

Nakita and Supersticious topped their classes as the 2025-26 NZ Offshore Powerboat Championship kicked off at Gulf Harbour. See full race results and highlights.

Five boats away in Sydney to Auckland Ocean Race as Lucky leads fleet north

Lucky leads the five-boat fleet north after a clean Sydney start in the 2025 Sydney to Auckland Ocean Race. Full race report and fleet update inside.

Fast start and tactical mid-Tasman battle forecast for Sydney to Auckland fleet

Strong NW winds, a Tasman cold front, and shifting high pressure shape the forecast for the 2025 Sydney to Auckland Ocean Race. See what crews can expect.

LIVE: Sydney to Auckland Ocean Race 2025

Maxi Lucky scrapes into Sydney with one day to spare before Tasman race start

Maxi Lucky scrapes into Sydney with one day to spare before the 2025 Sydney to Auckland Ocean Race. Greg Pugh reports on the dramatic last-minute arrival.

Archer Family Trophy returns after decades as Auckland offshore racing fires up Saturday

The Archer Family Trophy returns after 40 years as Auckland offshore powerboat racing fires up at Gulf Harbour. Find out how to enter and watch the action.

Sydney to Auckland fleet set to start Saturday as Tasman race countdown reaches final hours

The Sydney to Auckland fleet sets sail Saturday 11 October 2025, with Lucky, Antipodes, and Frantic leading 1,250 nautical miles across the Tasman. Full race preview.

Barcolana Cup 2025 brings 57th edition of world's biggest sailing race to Trieste

The Barcolana Cup 2025 returns to Trieste on 12 October for its 57th edition. Discover the festival, the racing, and its surprising link to Auckland sailing.

Clinic highlights pre-departure safety habits every skipper should build

Key safety habits from the PIC Coastal Classic Boat Prep Clinic. Learn what skippers should do before leaving the dock to keep crew safe on every voyage.