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December 2025 News

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…

2025 December e-starlights

Announcements | - Author: Star Class office - December 14, 2025
Read the latest e-starlights here Congratulations to all new officers for 2026!

Remembering Craig Prandini

Announcements | Human Interest | - Author: Star Class office - December 11, 2025
Long time Star sailor Craig Prandini passed away December 9th, at his home in Merritt Island, Florida. Craig served as fleet captain of the Biscayne Bay fleet for many years and was Tito Bacardi's right hand man helping organize the Bacardi Cup. A member of the Coral Reef Yacht Club…

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 with Brazilian sailing icon Robert Scheidt and his German crewmate Frithjof Kleen…

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 Championship, Brazilian Olympic legend Robert Scheidt, sailing with reigning World…

DAY TWO HIGHLIGHTS, WIND, SUN AND CURRENT

Championships | South Americans | - Author: Rachele Vitello - December 06, 2025
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – December 5, 2025 – Rio de Janeiro delivered another spectacular, and testing, day of racing at the Star South American Championship, as the fleet completed two more races in 15–18 knots of breeze, under bright sun and 27°C, with choppy seas and a…

DAY ONE OF THE 2025 STAR SOUTH AMERICAN CHAMPIONSHIP KICKS OFF IN RIO DE JANEIRO

Championships | South Americans | - Author: Rachele Vitello - December 04, 2025
The 2025 Star South American Championship officially launched today in the vibrant waters of Rio de Janeiro, attracting 14 entries, predominantly from Brazil, Argentina, and the USA. The competition runs until Saturday, December 6th, showcasing the skills of some of the world's most accomplished…

G&B Ropes Regatta Manager

Announcements | - Author: Star Class office - December 03, 2025
Jeff Johnson has joined the Star team as the G&B Ropes Regatta Manager. He succeeds Tom Duggan who has stepped back after 2 years serving in this position. Jeff Johnson has built a multifaceted career in sailing, working as a sailmaker, charter crew member, sailing coach, and…

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