The 2027 JOG Yacht Racing calendar is now available, giving members plenty of time to start planning another season of racing both inshore and offshore.

Light airs and strong tides combined to make the 2026 Osmotech UK Cowes–Alderney Race a true test of patience, tactics and perseverance, with positions changing right up to the finish in Braye Harbour.

Now, with the fleet preparing for the Osmotech UK Alderney Race on 26 June, it feels like a good moment to pause and look back.

A spectacular start and a challenging night of light airs, the Seldén St Vaast Race delivered a true Channel crossing test.

A strong showing from the JOG fleet, with a testing Cherbourg offshore followed by a big 78-boat turnout for Weymouth & Portland Race

JOG’s 2026 season opened with a strong turnout and challenging light winds, delivering close racing, tactical decisions, and class wins across the fleet.

A strong opening entry, new initiatives, and a full racing calendar set the tone for the 2026 season.

The first race of the JOG Yacht Racing season starts this weekend — Racing Manager Martin Evans shares key changes, entry tips, and essential pre-race checks.

Check out all the 2025 Prizewinners here!

Race report written by Richard Newsom, Javelin – Sunday Race winners.

The 2025 JOG season concluded under shifting skies and light airs at the Henri-Lloyd Cowes–Lymington weekend, offering one last test for crews and a reminder of the fine margins in tidal racing.

Strong winds kept the Stoneways Marine Insurance Cowes–Poole Race Weekend in the Solent, but ‘Plan B’ served up two days of tough, tactical racing, with plenty of place-changing, drama and determination across the fleet.