Xaviera Wins Early Entry Incentive at Volvo Dun Laoghaire Regatta
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Xaviera Wins Early Entry Incentive at Volvo Dun Laoghaire Regatta

ByGareth Craig

Xaviera, an X4 owned by Jonathan Anderson, was the name drawn from the hat in January to win back her entry fee in this year’s Volvo Dun Laoghaire Regatta’s early entry incentive.

Entered in the coastal class, Xaviera sails under the burgees of the Clyde Cruising Club and the Royal Irish Yacht Club.

As Afloat readers will recall, Xaviera was on form in Belfast Lough at Bangor Regatta in 2024 but she makes her Dun Laoghaire Regatta debut on Dublin Bay this July.

Prospect of Jamie McWilliam Entering Danish BB10 Keelboat
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Prospect of Jamie McWilliam Entering Danish BB10 Keelboat

ByGareth Craig

The overseas prospect of ace helmsman Jamie McWilliam of the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club would add extra spice to the Cruisers One division of Volvo Dun Laoghaire Regatta next July. McWilliam is considering entering Ireland’s biggest sailing regatta in his recently acquired BB10 one-design keelboat, Pelikanen.

#VDLR2025 Attracts Top Contenders Before Year-End Entry Deadline
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#VDLR2025 Attracts Top Contenders Before Year-End Entry Deadline

ByGareth Craig

The potential to have a “free” entry into the 2025 Volvo Dun Laoghaire Regatta has attracted some serious contenders before the closing date of December 31st. The opportunity to win back the entry fee ends at midnight on New Year’s Eve, and the draw results will be announced shortly afterwards, according to organisers.

Excitement Builds for #VDLR2025 with New Features and Early Bird Draw
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Excitement Builds for #VDLR2025 with New Features and Early Bird Draw

ByGareth Craig

The countdown is on for the 2025 Volvo Dun Laoghaire Regatta, which will take place from July 10 to 13. Entries are now open. Next year’s event promises to be more exciting than ever, featuring several innovative updates to enhance the experience for participants and spectators alike.

Scottish and Welsh Big Boats Among First Entries for Volvo Dun Laoghaire Regatta 2025
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Scottish and Welsh Big Boats Among First Entries for Volvo Dun Laoghaire Regatta 2025

ByGareth Craig

Although the first race of the Volvo Dun Laoghaire Regatta (VDLR) is still seven months away, six entries have already been submitted for Ireland’s largest regatta in 2025. July’s grand prix is expected to attract an estimated fleet of 350 to 400 boats, including some of the fastest yachts across Ireland, Scotland, Wales, and England.

First ‘Irish Sea Nations Cup’ Set for 2025
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First ‘Irish Sea Nations Cup’ Set for 2025

ByGareth Craig

A 2025 Nations Cup competition between six teams bordering the Irish Sea is just one of the positive outcomes of Wednesday’s (December 2nd) high-level inaugural meeting of Irish Sea Regatta organisers at Dun Laoghaire Harbour. 

Volunteers Needed for Ireland’s Largest Sailing Event
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Volunteers Needed for Ireland’s Largest Sailing Event

ByGareth Craig

The VDLR is calling for expressions of interest from volunteers, both within and outside the sailing community, to contribute to Race Management, Safety, Communications, Accommodation, On-Water logistics, Shore logistics, Branding fulfilment, Volunteer management, Prizes and Prizegiving, Results, and Entertainment.