Bob Batemen, for Afloat.ie: David Kenefick’s Pink Panther strengthened its grip on the UK & Ireland National 18 Championships after six races at Royal Cork Yacht Club on Saturday, extending its overnight advantage despite another demanding day on Cork Harbour. Three more races were completed to bring the championship to its halfway stage. Competitors encountered some of the toughest […]
It’s that time of year when National 18s gather from all corners of the world to race off for the coveted Doyle Sails 2026 UK & Irish Championships, this year in Crosshaven at the Royal Cork yacht Club from Friday July 24th through to Monday the 27th. With potentially 12 races on the cards and […]
Howlin’ Mad won the 2026 National 18 Irish Championship at Baltimore Sailing Club in West Cork after four races were completed on Saturday in a regatta heavily affected by weather. According to organisers, Sunday’s scheduled racing was cancelled, leaving the championship to be decided on the basis of Saturday’s four-race series. Alex Barry’s Howlin’ Mad crew of Paul O’Sullivan […]
