• Third event of the 2026 season and the final stop of an intense Down Under opening, staged on Sydney Harbour from February 28 to March 1.
• A high-impact opportunity to activate partners in one of the most competitive fleets in SailGP.
• The Switzerland SailGP Team arrives in Sydney focused, unified, and ready to operate at the next level following recent incidents.
• After repairs from the Perth incident and resolution of minor technical issues in Auckland, the team is confident in a technically solid platform, enabling full focus on racing, execution, and partner visibility.
• Historic twilight “Golden Hour” racing window (17:30–19:00 AEDT), delivering maximum broadcast impact against the Sydney skyline.
• France and New Zealand will not compete this weekend following recent crashes; all affected athletes are recovering well.
• Tickets now on sale for the Rolex Switzerland Sail Grand Prix in Geneva (19–20 September 2026), with Grandstand and VELA Premium Lounge hospitality options available.

The Switzerland SailGP Team returns to racing this weekend in Sydney for the third event of the 2026 championship, closing a demanding opening stretch and entering a phase where consistency, execution, and visibility become decisive.

Sydney Harbour is one of SailGP’s most iconic and technically demanding venues. Tight race boundaries, a dynamic breeze, and close-quarters racing create a premium environment where performance, precision, and decision-making are fully on display both on the water and on broadcast.

Following recent on-water incidents, the team arrives in Sydney with renewed clarity and confidence. Repairs after the Perth collision and the resolution of minor technical issues encountered in Auckland have resulted in a technically solid and reliable racing platform. This stability allows the team to focus fully on racing performance while delivering a consistent, high-quality platform for partners and stakeholders.

This weekend also marks a milestone moment for SailGP, with racing staged for the first time in a twilight Golden Hour window. From 5:30 to 7:00pm (AEDT) on both race days, the F50 fleet will race against the Sydney skyline in stadium-style conditions designed to maximise spectacle, broadcast reach, and partner exposure.

France and New Zealand will not take part in the Sydney event following recent incidents. Importantly, all athletes involved are recovering well, underscoring SailGP’s continued focus on safety and long-term performance.

With a closely matched fleet and points at a premium, Sydney offers a powerful platform to combine sporting execution with global brand visibility as the 2026 season continues to build momentum.

Weekend schedule

Times are approximate and subject to change.

Live Racing and race replays will be available throughout the weekend on Blue Sport and SailGP’s YouTube channel.

We’re ready to go racing again and can’t wait to step it up after a challenging start into this season. I always liked racing in Sydney with its diverse conditions and iconic backdrop. We got some work to do and will push to finish the Down Under leg strong!

Sébastien SchneiterDriver, Switzerland SailGP Team

Rolex Switzerland Sail Grand Prix | Geneva

Looking ahead, tickets are now officially on sale for our second home event of the season:

19–20 September 2026 | Lake Geneva

Experience adrenaline-fueled racing from the vibrant Grandstand or elevate your race weekend inside the exclusive VELA Premium Lounge.

Swiss colours. Flying F50s. Racing at full speed on Lake Geneva.
Be part of it. Cheer for us. Experience the action live.

Click here to secure your tickets