The waiting is over as Superyacht Cup Palma swings into action Wednesday 23 June 2021
The waiting is over as Superyacht Cup Palma swings into action Wednesday 23 June 2021
At long last the waiting is almost over as the final countdown begins to the landmark celebration of Europe’s longest running superyacht regatta – Superyacht Cup Palma is go!
The 25 th anniversary gathering has successfully adapted itself to the local pandemic requirements, with permitted shoreside activities now centred around the iconic Real Club Náutico De Palma in the heart of Mallorca’s capital. Meanwhile the heartbeat of the event remains unaffected, with a striking fleet of nine superyachts lined up for three days of thrilling racing in the unrivalled sailing conditions out on the Bay of Palma. “It has been a long road to get to where we are, but we have got there and are delighted to welcome what is a wonderful array of superyachts to our 25 th anniversary regatta,” said SYC Event Director Kate Branagh. “Superyacht Cup Palma will of course have a new feel to it this year, but at its core we will deliver what is truly important to the owners, their friends, captains and crews – great racing out on the bay. Come Saturday, if they all have a smile on their face, then it is mission accomplished.” Divided into two classes the fleet consists of a mix of returning previous entries, and first-timers keen to experience the unique atmosphere and competitive but friendly racing at the home of Mediterranean superyacht sailing. In Class A the sleek 34m Nilaya from Baltic Yachts – one of the Friends of SYC – is joined by another equally competitive returnee the 33m Missy.
In Class A the sleek 34m Nilaya from Baltic Yachts – one of the Friends of SYC – is joined by another equally competitive returnee the 33m Missy. They will be up against two SYC debutantes, both Frers designs from Nautor’s Swan – the powerful 35m Shamanna and well-campaigned 24m Umiko, a stunning example of the Swan 80 performance cruising brand.