Budget Marine Networks | Weekly Race Update | 21 October 2026 Forty-five days after the Golden Globe Race started in Les Sables-d’Olonne on 6 September, the fleet faces another major turning point. Irish skipper Pat Lawless has officially retired following a serious failure in his Solent rig, ending what had been a compelling challenge to […]
More than five weeks after the start of the McIntyre Golden Globe Race on 6 September, the leading pair are locked in a much closer contest. Ireland’s Pat Lawless has cut the advantage of French skipper Damien Guillou to less than 100 nautical miles, while the chasing fleet continues its long passage south towards the […]
7 October 2026 One month after the 6 September departure from Les Sables-d’Olonne, the McIntyre Golden Globe Race 2026 is beginning to reveal its first major divisions. The fleet has moved beyond the initial Atlantic weather challenges and the impact of Tropical Storm Gonzalo, but the next obstacle has proved just as demanding: the unpredictable […]
Following Classic Mara and the fleet as the Atlantic begins to open up Three and a half weeks after leaving Les Sables-d’Olonne, the Golden Globe Race fleet has experienced its first major taste of what lies ahead. Tropical Storm Gonzalo brought strong winds, confused seas and difficult tactical decisions to the Atlantic fleet. Some skippers […]
Following Classic Mara and the fleet on the ultimate solo sailing adventure On September 6, 2026, sixteen sailors left Les Sables-d’Olonne, France, beginning one of the most demanding challenges in ocean sailing: the McIntyre Golden Globe Race 2026. Their mission is remarkably simple — sail around the world, alone and without stopping, passing the great […]
Thank you Petite Calivigny Yacht Club and credits go to Mark Wibberly of Spice Island Photography Budget Marine Round Grenada Regatta 2026: A Challenging Weekend on the Water The Budget Marine Round Grenada Regatta 2026 has come to an end after a challenging and memorable weekend of sailing, bringing together an international fleet for two […]
On behalf of the Organizing Committee of the National Junior Sailing Competition, thank you for your generous sponsorship and support. Your contribution played an important role in the success of the event and helped provide a rewarding experience for our young sailors. Because of your partnership, we were able to create an opportunity that encouraged […]
Budget Marine is proud to be a support sponsor for the 20′ Formula III Motom, a long time regular fixture in T & T Formula Racing. Driver Timothy Skinner and Throttleman Conrad Skinner are currently competing in the 2026 TTPBA championship series. We wish them speedy yet safe racing for the season, including the Great […]
15 July, 2026, Aruba The Regatta opened Friday evening at the Regatta Village at Surfside Beach with registration, music, and a beautiful sunset over the water. This year, 45 sailors sailed 20 races over 2 days in the Optimist, SailQube, F11, Sunfish, and Miniatuurboot classes. The Miniatuurboot fleet, organized together with Stichting Rancho, once again […]
After an incredible 4,000-mile Atlantic crossing, Mara has arrived and is now preparing for the Golden Globe Race 2026 right here in St Maarten. Budget Marine Group is proud to support her during this important refit phase as she gets ready for one of the toughest solo sailing challenges in the world. Her journey is […]
