SailGP returning to Britain’s Ocean City

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Thomas Lovelock for SailGP

Young British sailors sailing the WASPZ as part of the SailGP Inspire

Young British sailors sailing the WASPZ as part of the SailGP Inspire, the global league's community, education and outreach initiative, ahead of Great Britain SailGP, Event 3, Season 2 in Plymouth, Great Britain 15 July 2021.

Adrenaline is set to be pumping throughout Plymouth Sound this July, as the world’s most exciting racing on-water returns to the city.

SailGP will host its Great Britain Sail Grand Prix in Plymouth for the second year running, following a bumper event in 2021, which saw an estimated 27,500 spectators enjoying the spectacle that brought £6.9-million into the local economy.

The thrilling racing is set to take place on July 30 and July 31. Plymouth is one of the initial eight locations confirmed on the line-up for SailGP Season 3, which also includes stops in Bermuda, Chicago, Saint-Tropez and Dubai.

As it once again brings sailing’s best roster of athletes together, SailGP is also set to welcome two new franchise teams for its third season. Canada and Switzerland are new additions, joining the existing teams from Australia, Denmark, France, Great Britain, Japan, New Zealand, Spain and the United States.

As part of SailGP’s better sport strategy, diversity and inclusion will also be a continued focus during Season 3. This includes giving opportunities to female athletes as part of its Women’s Pathway Programme to accelerate inclusion within the sport and inspire change.

SailGP will also use its community-engagement arm – SailGP Inspire – to introduce young people from diverse backgrounds to the sport and give career opportunities within the wider marine industry.

During 2021, 120 local young people enjoyed sailing experiences thanks to the Inspire programme and a legacy programme with local sailing organisations ensured the event had a long-term impact, offering a further 480 on-water experiences to young people from Plymouth.

For more information about SailGP, visit SailGP.com