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IHG Announced As ISAF Official Hotel Provider
21 May 2012, 10:59 am
The International Sailing Federation is today (21 May 2012) pleased to announce that IHG (InterContinental Hotels Group) has become official hotel provider to ISAF.
Revised Match Race Rankings - 16 May 2012
17 May, 16:40
The ISAF Women's Match Race Rankings 16 May 2012 have been re-released following an administrative error.
Qingdao Named As Asian Venue For ISAF Sailing World Cup
17 May, 08:38
Qingdao, China has been named as the fourth venue of the ISAF Sailing World Cup.
ISAF Match Race Rankings - 16 May 2012
16 May, 17:08
After seven months on top of the ISAF Women's Match Racing Rankings Anna Tunnicliffe (USA) has been knocked off the top by Lucy Macgregor (GBR). Making it an all British affair in the ISAF Match Race Rankings is Iain Williams who remains on top in the Open Rankings.
ISAF Selects Kiteboarding For Rio 2016
5 May, 13:30
The International Sailing Federation (ISAF) has confirmed the final event and equipment selections for the Rio 2016 Olympic Sailing Competition.
ISAF Confirm Women's Skiff Equipment For Rio 2016
4 May, 16:20
The International Sailing Federation (ISAF) has confirmed the Mackay FX has been selected for the Women's Skiff event at the Rio 2016 Olympic Sailing Competition.
ISAF World Sailing Rankings - 2 May 2012
2 May, 09:50
The ISAF World Sailing Rankings for 2 May 2012 have been released.
Eyes Of The Sailing World On Stresa For ISAF Mid-Year Meeting
1 May, 17:13
From 3-6 May 2012, the eyes of the sailing world will be on Stresa, Italy for the ISAF Mid-Year Meeting.
Teams Named For 2012 ISAF Women's Match Racing Worlds
30 Apr, 14:57
The 16 entrants for the 2012 ISAF Women's Match Racing World Championship, set to be held from 20-25 June in Gothenburg, Sweden, have been named.
China's Lijia Xu Hits The Right Note At Semaine Olympique Francaise
27 Apr, 15:38
China's Lijia Xu is starting to peak at the right time following her third 2011-2012 ISAF Sailing World Cup gold medal at the Semaine Olympique Francaise, in Hyères, France, which moves her to the top of the Laser Radial Standings.
ISAF Announce 2012 APP Sailors For 2012 Four Star Pizza ISAF Youth Worlds
25 Apr, 13:46
The International Sailing Federation (ISAF) is pleased to announce that 30 competitors from 12 nations have been approved to receive funding from the Athlete Participation Programme (APP).
2016 Kiteboarding Format Evaluation Report Released
20 Apr, 16:14
Following the 2016 Kiteboarding Format Evaluations in Santander, Spain from 21-25 March, ISAF has released two reports.
2016 Women's Skiff And Mixed Multihull Evaluation Panel Reports And Recommendations Released
20 Apr, 16:14
Following the 2016 Women's Skiff and Mixed Multihull Equipment Evaluations in Santander, Spain from 17-25 March, ISAF have released the Evaluation Panel Reports and Recommendations.
ISAF Match Race Rankings - 18 April 2012
18 Apr, 16:46
Anna Tunnicliffe (USA) and Ian Williams (GBR) continue to remain in pole position in the Women's and Open ISAF Match Race Rankings although there has been significant movement in the trailing packs.
ISAF World Sailing Rankings - 11 April 2012
11 Apr, 12:00
The ISAF World Sailing Rankings for 11 April 2012 have been released.
ISAF Sailing World Cup Standings Shuffle Around After Palma
7 Apr, 15:34
After an action packed final day of racing at the Trofeo S.A.R. Princess Sofia MAPFRE, the third of seven ISAF Sailing World Cup Regattas, the overall Standings have been shuffled around with new leaders taking control.
Ainslie Seals The Deal Despite Damages
6 Apr, 17:21
Despite a pre-race incident, Ben Ainslie (GBR) claimed gold in the Finn at the Trofeo S.A.R. Princess Sofia MAPFRE with a day to spare, whilst Thierry Schmitter (NED) sealed the 2.4mR gold.
Australians Take The Day
5 Apr, 19:06
It was a day for the Australians at the Trofeo S.A.R. Princess Sofia MAPFRE as they end the day with leaders in the Laser, Men's 470 and Women's 470 and Women's Match Racing Semi Finallist.
Sun, Shifts And Surprising Packages
4 Apr, 19:22
After three days of racing at the Trofeo S.A.R. Princess Sofia MAPFRE the qualification stage is over for classes sailing in groups and tomorrow will see the best of the best going for glory in the gold fleet.
Melbourne Selected For 2013-2016 ISAF Sailing World Cup
4 Apr, 07:08
Melbourne, Australia has been selected as the third of six venues that will host the ISAF Sailing World Cup Regattas from 2013 onwards.
Olympic Qualification Battles Add Spice To Trofeo S.A.R. Princess Sofia MAPFRE
3 Apr, 20:29
A number of key London 2012 Olympic qualification battles is adding an extra spice in the life of sailors at the 2012 Trofeo S.A.R. Princess Sofia MAPFRE, the third of seven ISAF Sailing World Cup Regattas.
Sunshine And Light Breeze On Opening Day In Palma
2 Apr, 22:47
Sunshine and light breeze provided for gentle but technical sailing for all classes engaged in the 43rd Trofeo S.A.R. Princesa Sofa MAPFRE, the third of seven ISAF Sailing World Cup Regattas.
ISAF Sailing World Cup Heads To Europe
28 Mar, 14:41
The third of seven ISAF Sailing World Cup regattas, the Trofeo S.A.R. Princess Sofia MAPFRE, kicks off on 31 March running until 7 April in Palma, Spain.
ISAF Executive Statement: Ainslie Case
16 Mar, 16:00
The ISAF Executive Committee has met to consider the reports from the International Jury of the Perth 2011 ISAF Sailing World Championships and the RYA Tribunal. The role of ISAF under Racing Rule of Sailing 69.2(a) is to first determine whether or not it is appropriate to conduct a further hearing into the reports received.
Obituary: Nick Burgin (GBR)
16 Mar, 10:38
It is with great sadness ISAF reports the death of International Umpire and Judge, Nick Burgin (GBR).
2016 Equipment Evaluation Trials Commence On 17 March
15 Mar, 13:58
From 17-25 March 2012, Women's Skiff and Mixed Multihull evaluations for the 2016 Olympic Sailing Competition will take place at the Prince Felipe High Performance Sailing Centre, Santander, Spain.
ISAF Match Race Rankings - 14 March 2012
14 Mar, 12:48
Ian Williams (GBR) and Anna Tunnicliffe (USA) hold top spot in the Open and Women's Match Race Rankings ahead of a busy European summer of match racing action.
ISAF Nations Cup 2012-2013 Bids Deadline Extended
2 Mar, 10:39
The bid deadline for the organisers from around the world wanting to host ISAF Nations Cup Regional Finals during 2012-13 and the ISAF Nations Cup Grand Final in 2013 has been extended until 26 March 2012.
Youth Olympic Games One Person Dinghy Bids
28 Feb, 15:06
ISAF has issued an open invitation for manufacturers to put forward bids for the supply of Equipment to the 2014 Youth Olympic Games for the One person Dinghy events.
ISAF Match Race Rankings - 8 February 2012
8 Feb, 15:07
Anna Tunnicliffe (USA) and Ian Williams (GBR) have retained their place at the top of the Women's and Open Match Racing Rankings.
Kiteboarding Trials Dates Announced
6 Feb, 12:07
ISAF is pleased to announce that there will be a series of Kiteboarding format trials held in Santander, Spain from 21-25 March. The Prince Felipe High Performance Centre that is hosting the evaluation event will also host the 2014 ISAF Sailing World Championships.
ISAF Invites Applications To The 2012 Athlete Participation Programme - Deadline Extended
6 Feb, 09:47
Applications to the ISAF Athlete Participation Programme for the 2012 ISAF Youth Sailing World Championship have been extended until 13 February 2012.
ISAF Launch London 2012 Olympic Games Website
1 Feb, 16:29
With 177 days until the London 2012 Olympic Games, the International Sailing Federation has launched their Olympic website.
2012 ISAF Women's Match Racing World Championship Notice of Race Released
1 Feb, 15:36
The Notice of Race for the 2012 ISAF Women's Match Racing World Championship has been released.
ISAF World Sailing Rankings - 1 February 2012
1 Feb, 13:28
The ISAF World Sailing Rankings for 1 February 2012 have been released.
ISAF Nations Cup 2012-2013 Bids Invited
25 Jan, 12:24
ISAF is seeking bids from organisers around the world to host ISAF Nations Cup Regional Finals during 2012-13 and the ISAF Nations Cup Grand Final in 2013.
ISAF Match Race Rankings - 11 January 2012
11 Jan, 13:31
Ian Williams (GBR) has moved to the top of the Open Match Race Rankings whilst Anna Tunnicliffe (USA) stays top of the Women's Rankings.
ISAF World Sailing Rankings - 11 January 2012
11 Jan, 12:12
The ISAF World Sailing Rankings for 11 January 2012 have been released.
Spinlock Partner With ISAF Connect To Sailing Initiative
4 Jan, 10:28
The International Sailing Federation is very happy to announce that Spinlock Ltd has joined the ISAF Connect to Sailing Initiative in the 'Official Supplier Partner' category.
Spectators Treated To Fantastic Finale At Perth 2011
18 Dec, 12:16
Thousands of spectators watched the final four Medal Races on Bathers Bay as the Perth 2011 ISAF Sailing World Championships drew to a fantastic close.
Final Olympic Qualification Places At Perth 2011 Taken Ahead Of Final Day
17 Dec, 14:01
As the fleet racing drew to a close at the Perth 2011 ISAF Sailing World Championships, 45 nations have qualified their country to compete at the London 2012 Olympic Sailing Competition.
Penultimate Day Sees Scheidt And Prada Crowned Star World Champions
17 Dec, 12:43
Brazil's Robert Scheidt and Bruno Prada doused themselves and all those around them with champagne after winning gold in the Star class on the penultimate day of competition at the Perth 2011 ISAF Sailing World Championships.
Gold For Anna Tunncliffe and Scheidt In Control At Perth 2011
16 Dec, 13:25
Anna Tunnicliffe and her crew secured gold for the USA with a superb performance against Great Britain's Lucy Macgregor in today's Women's Match Racing final at the Perth 2011 ISAF Sailing World Championships.
Eleven Stars Heading To London 2012
16 Dec, 11:39
Eleven nations in the Star class have qualified for the London 2012 Olympic Sailing Competition after ten races at the Perth 2011 ISAF Sailing World Championships.
Montenegrin Sailor On Track For London 2012
15 Dec, 13:51
Montenegro's Milivoj Dukic is well on track to qualify his nation for the Laser at the London 2012 Olympic Sailing Competition after a string of consistent results at the Perth 2011 ISAF Sailing World Championships.
Race For Gold At Perth 2011
15 Dec, 11:44
With three days of Medal Races ahead, competition at the ISAF Worlds saw the finalists heading into the battle for gold in Women's Match Racing and the top competitors in the Gold fleets jockeying for one of the ten positions in the coming medal races.
Light Winds Test Sailors' Skill At Perth 2011
14 Dec, 14:17
Light winds hampered the start of competition on Day 12 of the Perth 2011 ISAF Sailing World Championships, with sailors' patience and skill tested with top wind speeds of 16 knots in the afternoon on Wednesday.
DB Schenker Keep Things Moving At Perth 2011
14 Dec, 12:37
At the Perth 2011 ISAF Sailing World Championships DB Schenker have worked quietly in the background ensuring that all logistics and shipping have been carefully planned allowing the teams to perform to the best of their ability.
Percy And Simpson Suffer Setback As Scheidt And Prada Take Over
13 Dec, 14:15
Strong afternoon offshore winds of 20 knots or more proved a challenge for sailors on Day 11 of the Perth 2011 ISAF Sailing World Championships, with 10 capsizes in the 49er class and a setback for Star Olympic champions Iain Percy and Andrew Simpson (GBR).
Tears Of Joy For Portuguese Women's Match Racers
13 Dec, 13:14
Portugal's Rita Goncalves, Mariana Lobato and Diana Neves clinched the final Women's Match Racing London 2012 spot available at the Perth 2011 ISAF Sailing World Championships following a light wind day on Fremantle's Inner Harbour.
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