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The new sailing season begins

Throughout the season, whether during national team qualifications or training sessions, many extraordinary moments are captured on camera. These images and videos reveal the true spirit of sailing - teamwork,…

Why SSL 2026 Feels Different

From 2025, the Star Sailors League (SSL) is taking a different direction. It’s still about racing on the water, but the way it’s presented and experienced is changing quite a…

Understanding the SSL System: Key Questions Answered

The Star Sailors League (SSL) continues to shape modern sailing through its unique competition structure, ranking system, and commitment to inclusivity. Below, we break down some of the most common…

SSL Wall Calendars

Each year, the Star Sailors League brings something special beyond the racing calendar, a unique, personalized keepsake for its sailors. As part of the SSL Gold Cup experience, every team…

Excitement is building

With less than two months remaining until the next qualification stage for the SSL Gold Cup Finals in Rio de Janeiro, excitement is building among the participating national teams. The…

Building the SSL Brand Identity

The Star Sailors League (SSL) is built on three main ideas. These ideas shape how it talks to people, attracts fans, and works with partners. The World Cup Effect SSL…

SSL Sailing Center

Although Switzerland is a landlocked country, the SSL Sailing Center located in Grandson plays an important role in training, qualification, and team building within the league. Each year, the SSL…

Samuel Herrera about SSL Team Ecuador

SSL Team Ecuador is one of the teams that has secured qualification for Brazil 2026 through the official SSL Ranking. During the summer training in SSL Sailing Centre, we had…

World Water Day

Where water flows, equality grows. This is the topic of this year’s World Water Day, celebrated on 22 March. The 2026 edition focuses on water and gender. For SSL, World…

Wearing the Nation: Meaning of SSL Uniforms

In the Star Sailors League, competition goes far beyond tactics and wind shifts. Each team is made up of top sailors who proudly represent their country on an international stage.…

250 DAYS TO GO!

Only 250 days to go until the 2nd Football World Cup in Sailing in Rio! The next SSL Gold Cup will take place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from 18…

Road To Rio: European teams ready to race

Time to announce the European teams racing for the ticket to the 2nd Football World Cup in Sailing in Rio, Brazil. 4 groups, 4 days of racing, and full of…

SSL 47 like piloting a jet

Sometimes sailing on the SSL 47 boat can feel like piloting a jet - and sometimes even better! This high-performance racing boat is designed for teamwork, precision, and speed. At…

March battles that reshape the SSL Ranking

As March begins, let’s take a look at what’s coming up in the sailing world. The sailing season is only just gathering momentum, yet several major events are already appearing…

GoPro Onboard with SSL Team Colombia

From every angle, you see something different, new details, new shots, moments you simply can’t catch from a distance. During the recent training sessions in Grandson, Switzerland, home of the…

SSL Ranking: Top Women

At the top of the list is Vilma Bobeck from Sweden with 4,883 points. In 2024, she had a remarkable season, winning silver at the Paris Olympics in the 49erFX…

Spanish sailors leading in SSL Men Ranking

The SSL Men's Ranking shows who is leading in sailing. At the top of the list is Diego Botín from Spain with 6,986 points. He is the Olympic champion from…

SSL Ranking: How It Works?

The SSL Ranking has just been updated, showing the latest standings in sailing. It is refreshed every week, from Monday night to Tuesday morning, and it includes separate lists for…

Inside Sailor’s Box

If you haven’t yet discovered Sailor’s Box, now is the perfect time! During training sessions, qualifications, and finals, we invite sailors from around the world into our box to answer…

Save the date, big things are coming!

Next week, on Tuesday, 10 February, we will officially announce the teams qualified by Nations Ranking for the SSL Gold Cup Brazil 2026, to be held in Rio de Janeiro.…

Oman and the Philippines to Rio

Chon Buri, 22 December – Double points. National pride. And golden tickets on the line. The final day of the SSL Gold Cup Asian Qualifiers delivered high drama across both…

Oman Got the Golden Ticket

DAY 3: SSL Gold Cup Asian Qualifiers Oman Got the Golden Ticket Chon Buri, 21 December – Team Oman – Lions of the Sea have secured their place at the…

Momentum Swing Showdown

Chon Buri, 20 December – Day 2 of the SSL Gold Cup Asian Qualifier delivered another high-octane chapter of nation-against-nation racing. Tight starts, penalties, protests, and bold manoeuvres shaped four…

Buckle Up For Big Drama

Chon Buri, 20 December – Spinnaker drama, man over board, blood, broaches and close calls set the tone as the SSL Gold Cup Asian Qualifier opened in Pattaya. From rocket…