An exceptional international fleet of Olympic medalists, World Champions and rising talents prepares for the 2026 Star World Championships at Coral Reef Yacht Club, November 9–14.
With 97 teams representing 17 nations, the competitors include 23 former Star World Champions, Olympic medalists and America’s Cup veterans.
Leading the fleet are defending champions Paul Cayard (USA) and Frithjof Kleen (GER), who return to Biscayne Bay after winning the 99th Bacardi Cup earlier this year.
They will face fierce competition from an exceptional lineup of sailing legends, including Robert Scheidt (BRA), Mateusz Kusznierewicz (POL), Diego Negri (ITA) and many more, all ready to battle for the coveted Gold Star.
First introduced in 1911, the Star has remained at the forefront of international one-design sailing for more than a century, combining technical precision, tactical racing and a unique tradition that continues to attract sailors across generations.
The last British (GBR) winners of the Star Class World Championship were Iain Percy and Andrew Simpson in 2010. Iain Percy also won in 2002 with Steve Mitchell.
One race per day is scheduled through Saturday, November 14, when the 2026 Star World Champions will be crowned.
GBR & IRL Entries/ Bow No.:
GBR 8443 Ante Razmilovic and Brian Hammersley 45
IRL 8348 Robert O’Leary and Steyn van Driessel 18
IRL 8565 Anthony O’Leary and Phil Toth 48
IRL 8465 Peter O’Leary and Joost Houweling 65