Game time at ORC World Championship

The 2025 ORC World Championship has attracted 65 yachts to vie for three titles on August 11-16 in Tallinn, Estonia. Ranging in length from 28 to 47 feet and represent nine nations from throughout Europe, the racing program has two offshore races and up to six inshore windward/leeward races.

Nine teams will race in Class A, 22 yachts in Class B, and 34 yachts in Class C, with each class to be awarded a 2025 ORC World Champion title. All-amateur teams will also be recognized with Corinthian division awards.

The schedule begins with a long overnight offshore race that will vary in length for each of the three classes: 211 miles for Class A, 195 miles for Class B, and 175 miles for Class C. – Full report