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June 2026 News

SPITZAUER AND NEHAMMER CROWNED EASTERN HEMISPHERE CHAMPIONS AFTER DOMINATING BALATON STAR SAILING WEEK

Championships | Eastern Hemisphere | - Author: Rachele Vitello - June 06, 2026
Two spectacular races in sunshine and a steady southwesterly breeze conclude the championship on Lake Balaton Balatonföldvár, Hungary – June 6, 2026 – Austria's Hans Spitzauer and Christian Nehammer completed a remarkable week at the KÉSZ Group Balaton Star Sailing…

No Racing as stormy day halts sailing

Announcements | Championships | Eastern Hemisphere | Championship | - June 05, 2026
A stormy day on Lake Balaton meant no additional races were completed at the Star Eastern Hemisphere Championship. After a morning spent waiting ashore for enough breeze, the fleet launched in the early afternoon as a forecast cold front arrived with 16–18 knots. Racing got underway, but…

SPITZAUER AND NEHAMMER EXTEND LEAD AFTER PERFECT DAY AT STAR EASTERN HEMISPHERE CHAMPIONSHIP

Championships | Eastern Hemisphere | - Author: Rachele Vitello - June 04, 2026
Three races completed in ideal Lake Balaton conditions as Austrian duo strengthens grip on overall standings Balatonföldvár, Hungary – June 4th, 2026 – After the stormy and challenging opening race on Wednesday, the 2026 Star Eastern Hemisphere…

STORMY OPENING RACE KICKS OFF STAR EASTERN HEMISPHERE CHAMPIONSHIP ON LAKE BALATON

Championships | Eastern Hemisphere | - Author: Rachele Vitello - June 03, 2026
Austrian duo Spitzauer and Nehammer take victory after thunderstorms and winds reaching 27 knots challenge the fleet in Balatonföldvár Balatonföldvár, Hungary – The 2026 Star Eastern Hemisphere Championship got underway in dramatic fashion today…

May 2026 News

JENNINGS AND TROUCHE CROWNED STAR WESTERN HEMISPHERE CHAMPIONS ON GULL LAKE

Championships | Western Hemisphere | - Author: Rachele Vitello - May 23, 2026
Grey skies, rain showers and one final race close out the 2026 championship in Michigan Gull Lake, Michigan (May 24, 2026) – The 2026 Star Western Hemisphere Championship came to a close today on Gull Lake after a final day marked by grey skies, persistent showers and…

JENNINGS AND TROUCHE HOLD FIRM AT STAR WESTERN HEMISPHERE CHAMPIONSHIP

Championships | Western Hemisphere | - May 22, 2026
Gull Lake, Michigan (May 22, 2026) – The second day of racing at the 2026 Star Western Hemisphere Championship delivered classic Star Class conditions on Gull Lake, with the fleet enjoying what many competitors described as “amazing conditions.” Winds built…

JENNINGS AND TROUCHE TAKE EARLY LEAD AT STAR WESTERN HEMISPHERE CHAMPIONSHIP ON GULL LAKE

Championships | Western Hemisphere | - Author: Rachele Vitello - May 21, 2026
Gull Lake, Michigan (May 21, 2026) – Three races were completed today in light and technical conditions on the opening day of the 2026 Star Western Hemisphere Championship at Gull Lake, Michigan. A fleet of 26 teams has gathered for the championship, with competitors…

Remembering Rick Hennig

Announcements | Human Interest | - Author: Susie Pegel - May 18, 2026
Richard K. Hennig "Rick" of Racine, Wisconsin has passed away after a battle with cancel. Rick was a wll-regarded Star crew, satiling with Tony Herrmann and later Ed Adams. His size (six feet six inches with a size 16 shoe) made him perfect Star crew material. In addition to summer…

April 2026 News

Remembering Foss Miller

Announcements | Human Interest | - Author: Star Class office - April 10, 2026
Star sailors lost a good friend when Foss Miller passed away recently. Foss was a leader in his Puget Sound fleet and District 6 for 40 years, working his way up through the fleet, to success skippering his own boats and finally having the pleasure of racing with his son, Forrest, including at the…

March 2026 News

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 4-5, 2027: Star Walker Cup Feb 6-7, 2027: Star Midwinters Bacardi Cup: March 8-13, 2027

STAR CLASS TOWN HALL - APRIL 11

Announcements | - Author: Star Class office - March 27, 2026
Saturday, April 11 View/Listen to recording here 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…

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…

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…

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

- Author: Rachele Vitello - March 11, 2026
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 sailing.

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,…

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

- Author: Bacardi Cup - March 07, 2026
Cayard Ends 45-Year Pursuit in Dramatic Match-Race Finale Against Robert Scheidt MIAMI (March 8, 2026) — After 45 years of chasing one of sailing’s most storied trophies, Paul Cayard finally won the Bacardi Cup. Alongside Frithjof Kleen, the two put the cherry on top of their legendary…

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 MIAMI (March 6, 2026) — The 99th Bacardi Cup is headed for a final-day showdown. Will we see a Paul Cayard vs. Robert Scheidt match race? Just two teams are left in contention for the 99th Bacardi Cup title: Paul Cayard / Frithjof…

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…

Cayard Still on Top, but Scheidt Bites Back at the 99th Bacardi Cup

- March 05, 2026
Opening Day at Bacardi Invitational Regatta Sees Heaton, Morris, Alexander, and Quintero Take Early Lead MIAMI (March 5, 2026) — Cayard holds a strong grip on the fleet at the 99th Bacardi Cup. Robert Scheidt and Austin Sperry won Race Four at the 99th Bacardi Cup today, snapping Paul…

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