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2026 ILCA European Championships
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Day 2 of the 2026 EurILCA Europa Cup ESP saw the Mar Menor deliver ideal racing conditions, with stable winds between 9 and 12 knots and two races completed per fleet. Several general recalls kept the tension high throughout, as the international field continued to raise the bar in Los Alcázares.
Late applications are now open for the 2026 ILCA Senior European Championships & Open European Trophy, taking place in Kaštela, Croatia, from 15–22 May 2026. Following strong initial demand with over 350 applications received, sailors can still apply through the late entry process. Coach and support boat registration is also open—make sure to complete all registrations before the deadlines to secure your participation.
The 2026 ILCA 4 Youth European Championships will bring together 438 young sailors in Los Alcázares, Murcia, from 11–18 April, making it the second-largest edition in the event’s history. Hosted at the CAR Región de Murcia and raced on the Mar Menor, the championship will feature a strong international fleet, including reigning world champion Blanca Ferrando Babe and many of Europe’s top emerging talents.
2026 EurILCA Masters FIN — Garmin ILCA 7 & 6 Masters Nordic and Finnish Class Championships — is the tenth step of the 2026 EurILCA Masters Series, to be held in Nagu, Finland, August 1–2, 2026, organised by Nagu Segelsällskap.
EurILCA has revealed the 2026 Solidarity Programme Team, bringing together young sailors from countries with emerging ILCA participation to compete at the ILCA 4 Youth European Championships in Los Alcázares, Murcia. With expert coaching and full support from EurILCA, these talented athletes will gain invaluable experience on an international stage.
The 2026 EurILCA Europa Cup Trophy kicked off in Portimão, Portugal, with the first event of the series hosted by Clube Naval de Portimão. A record 190 sailors competed across the ILCA 4, ILCA 6 and ILCA 7 fleets, completing five races over three days in challenging and shifty conditions.
EurILCA invites women sailing coaches to the first Women Sailing Coaches Clinic, taking place in Athens, Greece, on 21–22 November 2026. This two-day event will bring together women coaches active in ILCA sailing for technical sessions, on-water training, and networking opportunities designed to support their professional development.

Day 2 of the 2026 EurILCA Europa Cup ESP saw the Mar Menor deliver ideal racing conditions, with stable winds between 9 and 12 knots and two races completed per fleet. Several general recalls kept the tension high throughout, as the international field continued to raise the bar in Los Alcázares.
The 2026 EurILCA Europa Cup Trophy kicked off in Portimão, Portugal, with the first event of the series hosted by Clube Naval de Portimão. A record 190 sailors competed across the ILCA 4, ILCA 6 and ILCA 7 fleets, completing five races over three days in challenging and shifty conditions.
The 2026 EurILCA Europa Cup in Portimão sees a record 191 sailors registered, kicking off an exciting season of 11 regattas across Europe. Find out more about the event and check the full programme!
2026 EurILCA Masters FIN — Garmin ILCA 7 & 6 Masters Nordic and Finnish Class Championships — is the tenth step of the 2026 EurILCA Masters Series, to be held in Nagu, Finland, August 1–2, 2026, organised by Nagu Segelsällskap.
The 2026 EurILCA Masters Series kicked off in Malta with a strong international fleet facing challenging conditions. The event showcased great racing, excellent race management, and the warm hospitality Malta is known for.
Rough winds confined racing to Marsamxett Harbour on day two of the 2026 EurILCA Master MLT. Two races were completed, leaving both ILCA 7 and ILCA 6 standings tight ahead of the final day.
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