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2026 Taittinger Regatta - Classic One Design Racing in Champagne Style
Eight Contessa 32s enjoyed classic Solent conditions at this years Taittinger Regatta, with brisk breezes and lively seas delivering exactly the sort of racing our boats excel in. Solan Goose, helmed by Ben Rogers and crewed by his family, took the overall win after a consistent weekend. Even a restart in Race 3 (as over the line at the gun) didnt derail their campaign; a shift brought them back into the mix
Published 18:18 on 28 Jul 2026
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Huge Contessa 32's Showing at 2026 Classic Channel Regatta
This year's Classic Channel Regatta, saw a huge showing of Contessa 32s. 9 boats entered and turned up in Dartmouth for nearly a fortnight's worth of racing, channel crossings and much very delightful socialising. All in all a great way to spend the middle of July the only disadvantage was missing the Round the Island Race. Looking forward to the next version of this event in two years time. Classic Channel Regatta
Published 11:38 on 21 Jul 2026
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Contessa 32's revel in glorious conditions for 2026 Round the Island Race
A really excellent RTI this year and written up here Contessa 32's revel in glorious conditions for 2026 Round the Island Race . Photo by Lecas.
Published 11:03 on 21 Jul 2026
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2026 Contessa Regatta Inshore Series 4 and Solent Quest
The final weekend of June marked the fourth instalment of the inshore Series for the Contessa 32s, hosted in style by the Royal Solent Yacht Club as part of the increasingly vibrant Contessa Regatta. The event brought together a wide spread of boats from across the Contessa family, creating a lively and welcoming atmosphere both on and off the water. Competitors faced a full spectrum of weather. Saturday delivered light and fickle airs, with
Published 20:37 on 30 Jun 2026
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2026 Racing Season Well Underway
Summary of start of 2026 racing season and showcasing the breadth of activity in the Contessa Class
Published 19:54 on 22 Jun 2026
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2026 Contessa Challenge - Glorious Sunshine and (just) enough wind
What a cracking weekend for the Spring Rally and Contessa Challenge! Glorious sunshine and just enough wind (read: very little) meant we all drifted gracefully into The Folly in plenty of time and were even lucky enough to be offered an outside table. A special mention must go to Muscadet dHavelet , who ensured things stayed lively by providing a proper Dark & Stormy pontoon party. Sunday
Published 09:34 on 28 May 2026
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Royal Southampton YC Racing Practice Day Saturday 25 April 2026
Overview of 2026 race practice day
Published 10:28 on 26 Apr 2026
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Roll on the next AZAB!
A summary of the 2027 AZAB race by Race Director Sarah Hancock
Published 16:18 on 1 Dec 2025
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Cowes Week 2025 report
Cowes 2025 Cowes Week report The 199th year of Cowes Week is fast slipping astern as the Contessa fleet spreads its summer wings for cruising in and beyond the Solent before returning in September for more closely contested one design class racing, with two events; at Cowes Corinthian followed by the Nationals at Royal London. This 49th year of class racing at Cowes Week for the Contessa 32s provided some
Published 09:08 on 30 Aug 2025
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Success for young CO32 Sailor
Concerto sailor Harry Dence takes National Topper Championship.
Published 19:18 on 11 Aug 2025
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Contessa 32 season so far and Cowes Week 2025 preview
As the season reaches its peak with Cowes Week starting this Saturday, what better time to look back at the 2025 season and provide a preview of next week's regatta.
Published 14:24 on 4 Aug 2025
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CO32 Battle Flag Flies During Solo Sail in Double Rundt Race
A Co32 battle flag was recently spotted flying before the Double Rundt race, where a sailor completed the 32-nautical-mile course solo.
Published 00:00 on 24 Jul 2025