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January 01, 2022 | Championships

STAR EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIP RETURNS TO MEDEMBLIK WITH A WORLD-CLASS FLEET

August 20, 2026 | Author: Rachele Vitello | Championships Europeans
Seventy-six teams from more than 20 nations, 12 former World Champions and one of sailing's most iconic venues set the stage for one of the 2026 European Championships Medemblik, The Netherlands (August 19, 2026) – The countdown has begun for the 2026 Star European Championship,…

2026 Annual Meeting

August 06, 2026 | Author: Star Class office | Announcements Technical
The Annual Meeting of the International Star Class will take place Friday, November 7, 2026 Coral Reef Yacht Club afternoon - time to be confirmed

Welcome to Buenos Aires – South American Championship 2026

July 04, 2026 | Championships South Americans
Dear Star Sailors, Families and Friends, On behalf of District 18 of the Star Class and the Yacht Club Argentino, it is our great pleasure to invite you to the 2026 Star Class South American Championship, to be held in Buenos Aires, Argentina, in December 2026. For us, hosting this…

ENRICO CHIEFFI AND MANLIO CORSI WIN THE 62ND EMILIO BENETTI INTERNATIONAL TROPHY, AN ISCYRA HISTORICAL EVENT

June 16, 2026 | Author: Rachele Vitello | Regatta Reports
The 62nd Emilio Benetti International Trophy, an ISCYRA Historical Event, concluded successfully in the waters off Viareggio, home to one of the world's most important Star fleets and widely regarded as one of the finest Star Class racecourses, set against the spectacular backdrop of the Apuan…

2026 June E-starlights

June 13, 2026 | Author: Star Class office | Announcements
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Bacardi Announces 100th Edition of the Bacardi Cup

June 10, 2026 | Author: Bacardi | Announcements
In 2027, Bacardi celebrates the 100th edition of the Bacardi Cup, the longest-running partnership in the history of sailing. What began in 1927 as a 13-boat regatta in Havana, Cuba has grown into one of the sport's most revered institutions. Since 1962, Biscayne Bay has been its home. The…

Remembering Jane Pegel

June 06, 2026 | Author: Susie Pegel | Announcements Human Interest
Jane Pegel, a former employee of the Star class and later owner of three Star boats has died at the age of 92. In the mid-1980s Jane worked alongside Doris Jirka in the Star class office in Glenview, Illinois. At the end of the 1987 Star Worlds in Chicago Jane bought her first Star boat, #6860…

SPITZAUER AND NEHAMMER CROWNED EASTERN HEMISPHERE CHAMPIONS AFTER DOMINATING BALATON STAR SAILING WEEK

June 06, 2026 | Author: Rachele Vitello | Championships Eastern Hemisphere
Two spectacular races in sunshine and a steady southwesterly breeze conclude the championship on Lake Balaton Balatonföldvár, Hungary – June 6, 2026 – Austria's Hans Spitzauer and Christian Nehammer completed a remarkable week at the KÉSZ Group Balaton Star Sailing…

No Racing as stormy day halts sailing

June 05, 2026 | Announcements Championships Eastern Hemisphere Championship
A stormy day on Lake Balaton meant no additional races were completed at the Star Eastern Hemisphere Championship. After a morning spent waiting ashore for enough breeze, the fleet launched in the early afternoon as a forecast cold front arrived with 16–18 knots. Racing got underway, but…

2026 Annual Meeting

Announcements Technical - Author: Star Class office - August 06, 2026
The Annual Meeting of the International Star Class will take place Friday, November 7, 2026 Coral Reef Yacht Club afternoon - time to be confirmed

2026 June E-starlights

Announcements - Author: Star Class office - June 13, 2026
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Bacardi Announces 100th Edition of the Bacardi Cup

Announcements - Author: Bacardi - June 10, 2026
In 2027, Bacardi celebrates the 100th edition of the Bacardi Cup, the longest-running partnership in the history of sailing. What began in 1927 as a 13-boat regatta in Havana, Cuba has grown into one of the sport's most revered institutions. Since 1962, Biscayne Bay has been its home. The world's best Star sailors come to Bacardi to measure themselves. That tradition continues; and next year, it reaches its centennial. The 100th Bacardi Cup will draw the deepest, most motivated Star fleet in years. Every champion in the sport knows…

Remembering Jane Pegel

Announcements Human Interest - Author: Susie Pegel - June 06, 2026
Jane Pegel, a former employee of the Star class and later owner of three Star boats has died at the age of 92. In the mid-1980s Jane worked alongside Doris Jirka in the Star class office in Glenview, Illinois. At the end of the 1987 Star Worlds in Chicago Jane bought her first Star boat, #6860 originally owned by Bill Buchan. Jane bought the boat for her daughter Susie Pegel to race. Susie raced out of the Wilmette Harbor fleet. Then Susie talked Jane into buying a newer boat, #7325 from Steve Gould in San Francisco. Susie won the District 4…

No Racing as stormy day halts sailing

Announcements Championships Eastern Hemisphere Championship - June 05, 2026
A stormy day on Lake Balaton meant no additional races were completed at the Star Eastern Hemisphere Championship. After a morning spent waiting ashore for enough breeze, the fleet launched in the early afternoon as a forecast cold front arrived with 16–18 knots. Racing got underway, but conditions quickly intensified, with gusts reaching 30–31 knots on the first upwind leg of Race 5. With safety as the priority, Race Officer Péter Farkas abandoned the race and sent the fleet back to shore. All teams returned safely to the…

Remembering Rick Hennig

Announcements Human Interest - Author: Susie Pegel - May 18, 2026
Richard K. Hennig "Rick" of Racine, Wisconsin has passed away after a battle with cancel. Rick was a wll-regarded Star crew, satiling with Tony Herrmann and later Ed Adams. His size (six feet six inches with a size 16 shoe) made him perfect Star crew material. In addition to summer sailing, he also enjoyed iceboating in the winter. His constant companion was his best friend Todd Knop.

Remembering Foss Miller

Announcements Human Interest - Author: Star Class office - April 10, 2026
Star sailors lost a good friend when Foss Miller passed away recently. Foss was a leader in his Puget Sound fleet and District 6 for 40 years, working his way up through the fleet, to success skippering his own boats and finally having the pleasure of racing with his son, Forrest, including at the 2023 North Americans, as well as making an appearance as a crew, this time for Jim Revkin at the 2022 Worlds. Foss was always willing to help others get involved in Star sailing, either through learning about Stars by crewing for him or by generously…

STAR CLASS TOWN HALL - APRIL 11

Announcements - Author: Star Class office - March 27, 2026
Saturday, April 11 View/Listen to recording here 1700 CET 1100 EST 0800 PST This is scheduled to be a 90-minute meeting Join Star Class President Paul Cayard as he gives the membership updates on the Class and an open discussion. Please submit topics you would like to see on the agenda to the Star Class office (office@starclass.org) before April 6. Zoom Meeting Link PW: Star1911

2026 March e-starlights

Announcements - Author: Star Class office - March 23, 2026
Read the latest e-starlights with plenty of information for Star sailors

Fixtures/Major Regatta Calendar

Championships - January 01, 2022

STAR EUROPEAN CHAMPIONSHIP RETURNS TO MEDEMBLIK WITH A WORLD-CLASS FLEET

Championships Europeans - Author: Rachele Vitello - August 20, 2026
Seventy-six teams from more than 20 nations, 12 former World Champions and one of sailing's most iconic venues set the stage for one of the 2026 European Championships Medemblik, The Netherlands (August 19, 2026) – The countdown has begun for the 2026 Star European Championship,…

Welcome to Buenos Aires – South American Championship 2026

Championships South Americans - July 04, 2026
Dear Star Sailors, Families and Friends, On behalf of District 18 of the Star Class and the Yacht Club Argentino, it is our great pleasure to invite you to the 2026 Star Class South American Championship, to be held in Buenos Aires, Argentina, in December 2026. For us, hosting this…

SPITZAUER AND NEHAMMER CROWNED EASTERN HEMISPHERE CHAMPIONS AFTER DOMINATING BALATON STAR SAILING WEEK

Championships Eastern Hemisphere - Author: Rachele Vitello - June 06, 2026
Two spectacular races in sunshine and a steady southwesterly breeze conclude the championship on Lake Balaton Balatonföldvár, Hungary – June 6, 2026 – Austria's Hans Spitzauer and Christian Nehammer completed a remarkable week at the KÉSZ Group Balaton Star Sailing…

No Racing as stormy day halts sailing

SPITZAUER AND NEHAMMER EXTEND LEAD AFTER PERFECT DAY AT STAR EASTERN HEMISPHERE CHAMPIONSHIP

Championships Eastern Hemisphere - Author: Rachele Vitello - June 04, 2026
Three races completed in ideal Lake Balaton conditions as Austrian duo strengthens grip on overall standings Balatonföldvár, Hungary – June 4th, 2026 – After the stormy and challenging opening race on Wednesday, the 2026 Star Eastern Hemisphere…

Remembering Jane Pegel

Remembering Rick Hennig

Remembering Foss Miller

REMEMBERING PETER DIRK SIEMSEN

Announcements Human Interest - March 23, 2026
The Star Class Mourns the Passing of Peter Dirk Siemsen The International Star Class Yacht Racing Association (ISCYRA) mourns the passing of Peter Dirk Siemsen, a towering figure in the history of the Star Class and Brazilian sailing. Affectionately known…

Remembering Jochen Diercks

Announcements Human Interest - Author: Star Class office - March 11, 2026
Jochen Diercks 1948-2026 It is with deep sadness that we bid farewell to long-time Starboat sailor, Jochen Diercks, who passed away last Friday at the age of 78. He died peacefully at home, surrounded by the familiarity and calm that he always appreciated. For decades, Jochen—together with his…

Remembering Guus Bierman

Announcements Human Interest - Author: Star Class office - March 09, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we report the passing of Contender Sailcloth founder Guus Bierman. Guus passed away peacefully on March 2, 2026. Guus was a passionate sailor and yachtsman, for whom sailing always connected the dots in life. Equally important, he was an internationally minded pioneer,…

ENRICO CHIEFFI AND MANLIO CORSI WIN THE 62ND EMILIO BENETTI INTERNATIONAL TROPHY, AN ISCYRA HISTORICAL EVENT

Regatta Reports - Author: Rachele Vitello - June 16, 2026
The 62nd Emilio Benetti International Trophy, an ISCYRA Historical Event, concluded successfully in the waters off Viareggio, home to one of the world's most important Star fleets and widely regarded as one of the finest Star Class racecourses, set against the spectacular backdrop of the Apuan…

History Made at the 2025 Austrian Star Championship: Two Female Sailors on Top

Human Interest Regatta Reports U30 - Author: Rachele Vitello - June 26, 2025
Paul Cayard wins overall with Julia Graber, Müller and Nehammer crowned Austrian Champions Lake Wörthersee, Austria – June 2025 – The 2025 Austrian Star Championship, held last weekend on the picturesque waters of Lake Wörthersee, was an event to remember — not only…

Jack Jennings/Pedro Trouche conquer day 3 at the 98th Bacardi Cup

Announcements Regatta Reports U30 SEA Program - Author: Bacardi - March 05, 2025
March 5, 2025 - Miami, Fl. USA - Day 3 at the 98th Bacardi Cup delivered another stunning show, with a consistent 15-20 knots southerly breeze across Biscayne Bay. Jack Jennings and Pedro Trouche claimed a decisive victory, showcasing tactical mastery and flawless execution.

Mateusz Kusznierewicz/Bruno Prada perform with panache in epic breeze on day 2 of 98th Bacardi Cup

Announcements Regatta Reports SEA Program - Author: Bacardi Group - March 04, 2025
March 4, 2025 - Miami, Fl. USA - On day two of the 98th Bacardi Cup, the pressure mounted on Biscayne Bay, as strong winds swept across the water, prompting a postponement ashore.

2024 Star Worlds In San Diego Welcomes New Talent While Celebrating A Remarkable Class

Championships Worlds Regatta Reports Championship - Author: SDYC - August 02, 2024
San Diego Yacht Club to Host Star World Championship this September The Star World Championship returns to San Diego, California, for the first time in over a decade, September 7-13, 2024. San Diego Yacht Club (SDYC) expects upwards of 60 Star boats on the starting line under sunny, SoCal skies…

Eastern YC Announces Reduced Entry Fee for all Competitors at the 2022 Star World Championship presented by Bacardi

Announcements Championships Worlds Regatta Reports Championship - Author: Star Class office - June 03, 2022
On September 8-17, the International Star Class Yacht Racing Association (“ISCYRA”) will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Star Class World Championship and Eastern Yacht Club (“EYC”) has stepped up to host the historic event. Eastern Yacht Club enjoys a long…

2026 Annual Meeting

2026 for 2027 Resolutions

Announcements Technical - Author: Star Class Office - March 06, 2026
Dear Star Fleet Officers. The deadline for submitting a Resolution for an ISCYRA rule change is due in the Central Office by 9 July 2026. Resolutions submitted on time will be dispersed to the Class Management Committee, the Judiciary Board and the Technical Advisory Board within 5 days of the…

Vakaros RaceSense Webinars - April 22

Announcements Technical - Author: Vakaros & Star Class Office - April 14, 2025
Vakaros is offering two webinars about RaceSense on April 22, 2025. Webinars will be offered at the following times:

ISCYRA TO UTILIZE VAKAROS RACESENSE

Announcements Championships Worlds Technical U30 - Author: Star Class Office - April 02, 2025
Exclusive Introductory Offers for ISCYRA members Introduction The 2025 World Championship will be conducted under the RaceSense system. Therefore, an Atlas 2 device and a RaceSense license are required equipment for all competitors in Split, as stipulated in NOR amendment 1. Assuming continued…

2025 STAR CLASS ANNUAL MEETING

Announcements Technical - Author: Star Class office - March 24, 2025
Results of Fleet Ballots of 2025 or 2026 resolutions: Resolution #1 - Olympic For: 346 Against: 0 Resolution #2 - U30 For: 172 Against: 174 2025 ISCYRA ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 5 September 2025 1700 Split, Croatia Restaurant Velum AGENDA Call to Order, Paul Cayard, ad-interim President…

RESOLUTIONS 2025 FOR 2026

Announcements Technical - Author: Star Class office - March 20, 2025
The Central Office is now accepting Resolution proposals for the 2025 for 2026 year. Resolutions are due to the Star Class office no later than May 5, 2025. Resolutions will then be posted no later than July 22, 2025, in accordance with the STCR. The Annual General Meeting will…

History Made at the 2025 Austrian Star Championship: Two Female Sailors on Top

ISCYRA TO UTILIZE VAKAROS RACESENSE

Jack Jennings/Pedro Trouche conquer day 3 at the 98th Bacardi Cup

Winter Clinic Feb 6-7

Announcements U30 ISCYRA - Author: Star Class Office - December 15, 2023
CLINIC SET FOR MIAMI - FEBRUARY 6-7 Join Star World Champion Frithjof Kleen as he helps raise the level of Star sailing through on-the-water coaching and video leading up to the Midwinters. Please register on the link below so we know who will be attending.

Bacardi Cup U30 Program Paves the Way for Young Star Class Sailors

Announcements U30 - Author: Bacardi - November 02, 2023
— Building on the resounding success of the inaugural year, Bacardi, in collaboration with the Star Class, is thrilled to announce the return of the Bacardi Cup U30 Program for 2024.

U30 European Youth Championship - Entry Open

Championships Europeans U30 - March 17, 2023
Entry is now open for the U30 European Championship

100 Years of Stars Book

The Log

Winter Series

Dates confirmed for the 2026-2027 Winter Series in Miami:

EVENT
Dec 5-6, 2026: Star Commodore's Cup
Jan 15-16, 2027: Levin Memorial
Jan 17, 2027: Schoonmaker Cup
Jan 30-31, 2027: Zagarino Masters
Feb 4-5, 2027: Star Walker Cup
Feb 6-7, 2027: Star Midwinters

Bacardi Cup: March 8-13, 2027

RESULTS Full calendar/Results Full calendar/Results
D	DATE	EVENT	RESULTS
5	08/15/2026	2026 Lipton Cup
2	08/08/2026	2026 Lipton Cup at Oxford Regatta
6	08/08/2026	2026 RVYC OD August Regatta
17	08/07/2026	2026 Czech Championship
1	08/07/2026	2026 District One/Ned Hay Championship

UPCOMING EVENTS Full calendar/Results Full calendar/Results
D	DATE	EVENT
18	08/22/2026	2026 Vela Fest
10	08/22/2026	2026 FIN - HSS 133 years Baltic Classic Masters Champagne Regatta
ISCYRA	08/24/2026	2026 European Championship
9	08/30/2026	2026 Dr Evil
10	09/05/2026	2026 FIN - Drumsöregattan
18	09/05/2026	2026 Gran Prix Cerrato

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