CALENDAR FOR 2026 EVENTS               WHC and EHC in May              2027 Star Winter Series dates posted             

2026 Western Hemisphere Championship

May 20 - 24, 2026
Gull Lake Yacht Club

2026 Eastern Hemisphere Championship

May 30 - June 6, 2026
Spartacus Sailing Club

2026 European Championship

August 24 - 29, 2026
Regatta Center Medemblik

2026 Vintage Gold Cup

September 30 - October 3, 2026
Gull Lake Yacht Club

2026 North American Championship

October 24 - 29, 2026
Davis Island Yacht Club

2026 Star World Championship

November 5 - 14, 2026
Coral Reef Yacht Club

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Fixtures/Major Regatta Calendar


January 01, 2022 | Championships

2026-2027 Winter Series Dates


March 31, 2026 |

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 ...

STAR CLASS TOWN HALL - APRIL 11


March 27, 2026 | Author: Star Class office | Announcements
Saturday, April 11

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.<...

2026 March e-starlights


March 23, 2026 | Author: Star Class office | Announcements

Read the latest e-starlights with plenty of information for Star sailors

REMEMBERING PETER DIRK SIEMSEN


March 23, 2026 | Announcements Human Interest

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 hist...

Remembering Jochen Diercks


March 11, 2026 | Author: Star Class office | Announcements Human Interest

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 7...

GLOBAL VENUES, ICONIC EVENTS: THE INTERNATIONAL STAR CLASS 2026 RACING SEASON


March 11, 2026 | Author: Rachele Vitello |

The International Star Class is ready for the 2026 racing season with a calendar that blends tradition, elite competition, and global reach, anchored by some of the most historic and prestigious events in sa...

Remembering Guus Bierman


March 09, 2026 | Author: Star Class office | Announcements Human Interest

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 wh...

A Dogfight for the Ages: Paul Cayard and Frithjof Kleen Crowned 99th Bacardi Cup Champions


March 07, 2026 | Author: Bacardi Cup |

Cayard Ends 45-Year Pursuit in Dramatic Match-Race Finale Against Robert Scheidt

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Cayard Holds Narrow Lead as Scheidt Forces Final-Day Showdown at the 99th Bacardi Cup


March 06, 2026 |

Scheidt victory in Race Five sets up winner-take-all finale

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STAR CLASS TOWN HALL - APRIL 11


Announcements - Author: Star Class office - March 27, 2026
Saturday, April 11 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

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 as “Peterzão”, Siemsen dedicated his life to the Star Class, leaving an enduring mark both on and off the water. A former President of ISCYRA, widely regarded as one of the most influential in the Class’s history, he also served as Vice President of the International Yacht Racing Union ...

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 sailing partner Herbert Braasch of 60 (!) years —was a defining presence in the Starboat scene. With their beloved Starboat “Mops,” they were a familiar and welcome sight at regattas all over Europe. Since their youth, the two shared an extraordinary friendship and sailing partnership that carried them through countless...

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, always alert to any opportunity and an excellent salesman and businessman. If you had the opportunity to meet him, you would immediately recognize that this man had “sailcloth in his stomach,” as Guus would say. Guus was born on April 11, 1938, in Amsterdam, the Netherlands and was introduced to sailing as a young...

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 deadline. If you have a good idea for a rule change, please get with your fleet member and get a resolution together for presentation to your fleet. Once your fleet has agreed to go forward the fleet officer should submit the form with a statement of the Fleet meeting where your Resolutions were...

ISCYRA Update on Russian/Belarus Policy


Announcements Human Interest - Author: Star Class Office - February 17, 2026
An Update on the Russian/Belarus Policy Background World Sailing has recently updated its policy regarding Russian/Belarussian sailors as follows: Russian and Belarusian sailors, support personnel and race officials may once again take part in World Sailing–owned and World Sailing–sanctioned competitions, but only as “neutral participants.” In practical terms, this means: They do not compete on behalf of Russia or Belarus They compete without a national flag, anthem or national colours Their results are not attributed to their country In start lists, results and media, they...

Remembering Doug Knight


Announcements Human Interest - Author: Carl Buchan - February 03, 2026
Remembering Doug Knight Doug Knight, World Champion Star crew, passed away on February 1. Doug’s partnership racing Stars with my father, Bill Buchan spanned 20 years that included numerous top finishes at the Worlds and 3 Olympic campaigns, beginning with winning the Gold Star in 1961 at San Diego where Doug’s competitive spirit and athletic gifts were key to putting them over the top, finally culminating with a second place finish at Marstrand in the 1979 Worlds and first place at the pre-Olympic regatta at Tallinn. Following Doug’s Star career, he continued to race and explore the waters of...

Remembering Klaus Kappes


Announcements Human Interest - Author: Steffen Rutz - December 22, 2025
In memory of Klaus Kappes (Jaguar), the light-wind legend Klaus Kappes passed away on November 18, 2025, after a full life. The Star class was his life. He started sailing the Star at the age of 16 (1952) and actively participated in regattas until his 80th birthday (2016). He was very grateful to the Star class for the events he experienced and the contact with the legends of the Star class. He was thankful for his friends in the Star class. Photo: Two legends from 1979: Klaus Kappes (right) an dUli Seeberger (left) as French Championswo-time Swiss Champion (1963, 2002), three-time French Champion (1979, 1980, 1982)

Fixtures/Major Regatta Calendar


Championships - January 01, 2022

Balaton Star Sailing Week


Championships Eastern Hemisphere - January 30, 2026
We are glad to welcome you in Spartacus Sailing Club at Balatonföldvár, host of the Star 17th District Championship and Star Eastern Hemisphere Championship in May/June 2026. Please find some useful info...

Welcome to Gull Lake Yacht Club


Championships Western Hemisphere Championship - Author: Star Class office - January 19, 2026
ISCYRA 2026 Western Hemisphere Championships:  This year’s Championships will be sailed at Gull Lake (Richland, Michigan).  The event is scheduled to run May 20-24. The Fleet’s annual Tulip Tune-Up ...

Star European Championship 2026 to Take Place in Medemblik, Holland


Championships Europeans - January 05, 2026
This year, the picturesque town of Medemblik, Holland, will host the prestigious Star European Championship 2026, scheduled from August 24 to 29. This exciting event will be organized by Star Class Holland at the Re...

2025 STAR SOUTH AMERICAN CHAMPIONSHIP CONCLUDES IN RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL


Championships South Americans - Author: Rachele Vitello - December 08, 2025
Scheidt / Kleen winning with a day to spare left a tight competition for the podium Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – December 7, 2025 – The 2025 Star South American Championship wrapped up in Rio de Janeiro wit...

DAY THREE OF THE 2025 STAR SOUTH AMERICAN CHAMPIONSHIP: CHAMPIONS CROWNED IN RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL


Championships South Americans - Author: Rachele Vitello - December 07, 2025
Robert Scheidt and Frithjof Kleen Secure the 2025 South American Championship Title with a Race to Spare Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – December 6, 2025 – On Day Three of the 2025 Star South American Champion...

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 an...

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...

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 connecte...

ISCYRA Update on Russian/Belarus Policy


Announcements Human Interest - Author: Star Class Office - February 17, 2026
An Update on the Russian/Belarus Policy Background World Sailing has recently updated its policy regarding Russian/Belarussian sailors as follows: Russian and Belarusian sailors, support personnel and race offici...

Remembering Doug Knight


Announcements Human Interest - Author: Carl Buchan - February 03, 2026
Remembering Doug Knight Doug Knight, World Champion Star crew, passed away on February 1. Doug’s partnership racing Stars with my father, Bill Buchan spanned 20 years that included numerous top finishes at the Wor...

Remembering Klaus Kappes


Announcements Human Interest - Author: Steffen Rutz - December 22, 2025
In memory of Klaus Kappes (Jaguar), the light-wind legend Klaus Kappes passed away on November 18, 2025, after a full life. The Star class was his life. He started sailing the Star at the age of 16 (1952) and actively ...

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 pictu...

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 clai...

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 (SDY...

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 ste...

The 2022 Star Eastern Hemisphere Championship in Naples coming to an end The World Champion Diego Negri with Sergio Lambertenghi (ITA) are the winners


Announcements Championships Eastern Hemisphere Regatta Reports Championship - Author: Rachele Vitello - May 01, 2022
The 2022 Star Eastern Hemisphere Championship in Naples coming to an end The World Champion Diego Negri with Sergio Lambertenghi (ITA) are the winners   Four days of champagne sailing in the Gulf of Naples for the...

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...

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...

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 Sp...

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 ...

What’s New in the New Racing Rules for 2025-2028 by Dave Perry


Announcements Technical SEA Program - Author: Star Class office - January 08, 2025
What’s New in the New Racing Rules for 2025-2028 Presented by Dave Perry The Star SEA Program is sponsoring 2 90-minute sessions  Save the Date:  Tuesday, January 28, 2025 ...

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 pictu...

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...

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 clai...

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 be...

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

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
D DATE EVENT RESULTS
13 04/04/2026 2026 Int Easter Regatta
14 03/21/2026 2026 Trofeo_Darling_star_2026
20 03/01/2026 2026 Bacardi Cup
14 02/21/2026 2026 TROFEO_ BURLAMACCO_:2026
20 02/21/2026 2026 Midwinters
20 02/19/2026 2026 Walker Cup
9 02/01/2026 2026 Red Star
20 01/17/2026 2026 Schoonmaker Cup
20 01/16/2026 2026 Levin Cup
20 01/10/2026 2026 Zagarino Masters
9 12/27/2025 2025 Regate Internationale de Star de Nice
14 12/14/2025 2025 Trofeo_Bizzosa_star
9 12/14/2025 2025 Xmas Warm-up Regatta
15 12/06/2025 2025 Cascais X’mas Regatta
18 12/06/2025 2025 District 18 Championship
20 12/06/2025 2025 Commodore’s Cup
ISCYRA 12/04/2025 2025 South American Championship
7 11/28/2025 2025 District 7
6 11/22/2025 2025 Turkey Bowl-D6 Season closer

UPCOMING EVENTS Full calendar/Results
D DATE EVENT
5 04/11/2026 2026 Calvin Paige Trophy
18 04/11/2026 2026 Campeonato Argentino - 1
9 04/12/2026 2026 Filance
14 04/17/2026 2026 Campionato:XIV_Distretto_Napoli_Regata_Nazionale
13 04/18/2026 2026 Tulpen Race
6 04/18/2026 2026 Puget Sound Spring Regatta

Newest Star Number
8614