San Francisco Yacht Club’s Annual Elite Fleet Regatta Captured on Video

The San Francisco Yacht Club hosted its annual Elite Fleet Regatta in mid-May. The regatta heralded a return to full fleet competition for many teams following a slightly reduced spring schedule. The event also served as the Pacific Coast Championship for the Moore 24 class, which continues to draw strong participation as it builds momentum toward its 50th National Championship in Santa Cruz later this season.

More than 60 boats and 300 competitors took to the water under light-to-moderate but variable wind conditions, placing a premium on tactics, boat handling and race strategy. To accommodate the large field, the race management team deployed two parallel drop-mark racecourses on the Berkeley Circle, allowing each of the six one-design fleets dedicated starts and ample space to find clear air and open lanes.

With generous support from event sponsors — Ferrari of San Francisco, Valley Oak Wealth Management, Blue Water Yacht Harbor, UK Sailmakers San Francisco, and List Marine — SFYC delivered an outstanding regatta experience. Highlights included on-the-water videography of Saturday’s racing and competitor interviews. Watch the full highlight video here:

The San Francisco Yacht Club looks forward to hosting the Elite Fleet Regatta again next May and anticipates expanding the lineup with additional one-design fleets, including the Express 27s.

Check out a general Elite Fleet Regatta report from Latitude racing editor Fritz here.

Plus, see the complete regatta results here.