eSailing

In partnership with the leading digital sailing platform, Virtual Regatta, World Sailing continues its journey into the virtual realm with the 8th eSailing World Championship.

World Sailing 2026 eSailing World Championship

In partnership with the leading digital sailing platform, Virtual Regatta, World Sailing continues its journey into the virtual realm with the 9th eSailing World Championship. Since its launch in 2018, the Championship has evolved, bringing together Olympic sailors, sailing enthusiasts, sports gamers, and newcomers from across the globe.

One of the most significant factors driving this growth is the low entry barrier. The game is free-to-play and accessible on mobile devices, tablets, and browsers, making it easy for anyone to dive into the world of eSailing and experience the excitement of competitive sailing.

The eSailing World Championship continues to grow, supported by this year’s Nations Cup and exciting future plans.

World Sailing remains committed to inclusivity through initiatives like Steering the Course, aimed at increasing female participation in eSailing. We’re also exploring new programs to engage youth and potentially parasailors, broadening the horizons of this virtual sport and ensuring its continued growth and diversity.

The Notice of Race for the 2026 eSailing World Championship has been published and is available to download.

World Sailing 2025 eSailing Nations Cup

The 2025 eSailing Nations Cup will feature eight nations — Italy, France, Japan, Sweden, Poland, Switzerland, Germany and new entrant Hungary — competing across three stages: the Mixed Opening Fleet Race on 28 November, a Group Stage from 29 November to 18 December, and the Knockout Phase running from 7 January to 1 February. Teams progress from fleet racing to head-to-head national matches, culminating in the Grand Final on 1 February 2026.

The Notice of Race for the 2025 eSailing Nations Cup confirms race formats, gender-mixed participation, team sizes for each stage, and all match scheduling details. The Notice of Race can be downloaded here.

📅 Key Dates:
  • 28 Nov – Mixed Fleet Opening Race
  • 29 Nov–18 Dec – Group Stage
  • 7–30 Jan – Knockout Rounds
  • 1 Feb – Grand Final
🏁 Stage 1 – Mixed Opening Fleet Race:
  • 6 races, 3 players per race, mixed gender required
🏆 Stage 2 – Group Stage:
  • Two groups (A/B), 7-race matches, flexible scheduling
🔥 Stage 3 – Knockout:
  • Best of 9 races (first to 5 wins), all nations qualify
👥 Team Sizes:
  • Stage 1: 3–5 players
  • Stage 2: 7–20 players (7–10 per match)
  • Stage 3: 8–15 players (8–12 per match)