World Sailing is inviting Member National Authorities (MNAs), yacht clubs, manufacturers and regions and cities to bid to host the 2027-2029 Offshore Double Handed World Championships.

With the 2026 Offshore Double Handed World Championship to be held in Marseille, France in September 2026, World Sailing is seeking bids to continue to build on the success to date.

The event is a key aspect of Navigating Offshore, World Sailing’s plan to support offshore sailing. The Offshore Double Handed World Championship, which uses supplied equipment, offers opportunities to promote accessibility, gender equity and sustainability.  

Matt Allen, Oceanic and Offshore Chair said, “The event provides a unique opportunity to showcase the growing international appeal of double handed racing and promote the host venue or city around the world.”

World Sailing recognises that venues have different needs and facilities as well as the complexities posed by the requirement of supplied equipment and encourages interested parties to contact World Sailing to seek clarification on requirements related to the event. World Sailing will consider bids for multiple consecutive years.  

Full details about the bidding process and bid guidelines are available to potential bidders by contacting bid@sailing.org.  

 
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World Sailing is the world governing body for the sport of sailing, officially recognised by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the International Paralympic Committee (IPC).

Founded in 1907, World Sailing’s vision is for a world in which millions more people fall in love with sailing. Inspired by the unique relationship between sport, technology and the forces of nature we all work to protect the waters of the world.

World Sailing is made up of 147 Member National Authorities, the national governing bodies for sailing around the world and over 100 World Sailing Class Associations.