MONACO, Feb. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Yacht Club de Monaco (YCM) is set to compete for the first time in the Admiral's Cup, one of the most prestigious offshore sailing competitions in the world. Organized by the Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC), the regatta will take place from July 17 to August 1, 2025, in Cowes, on the Isle of Wight. Founded in 1957 and often referred to as the "Unofficial World Cup of Offshore Sailing", the Admiral's Cup is making its return after more than twenty years of absence, with the last edition held in 2003. The competition brings together the world's top sailors for a series of coastal and offshore races, including the Rolex Fastnet Race.
The initiative to participate in the Admiral's Cup was spearheaded by Peter Harrison, a YCM member and owner of the Jolt boats, with the full support of Pierre Casiraghi, Vice President of the Club ...