The quadrennial ocean race from Newport, R.I., to England.
The first transatlantic race started in December of 1866 from New York Harbor. The race has been run many times since, but has only recently committed to a quadrennial schedule, running in 2011 and 2015. The last race was in 2019.
The Transatlantic Race is organized by the Royal Yacht Squadron, the New York Yacht Club, the Royal Ocean Racing Club and the Storm Trysail Club.
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February 6, 2026
Designed like a half-marathon/full-marathon pairing, the two races are distinct but sailed together. Tower Race competitors will sail the traditional 48-mile course, while Salty 100 teams will complete the same course twice, adding a second lap for an extended offshore challenge.
January 7, 2026
Starting Friday, May 22, 2026 — A Premier Ocean Racing Event on the New England Sailing Calendar kicks off another huge year
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The next race has not been announced at this time.