- Interviews and on-the-water / drone footage from the start of the 2026 RORC Round Britain and Ireland Race 2026 which started on Sunday 9 August 2026 with cannon fire from the Royal Yacht Squadron Line in Cowes, marking the start of one of offshore sailing’s greatest challenges.
- Ahead lies a 1,805-nautical-mile course around some of the most exposed waters in northern Europe, and undoubtedly plenty of twists and turns along the way. From the tidal headlands of the English Channel to the west coast of Ireland, St Kilda and the Shetland Islands, plus the complexity of the North Sea, this race will test boats and crews to their limits.
- INTERVIEWS:
- RORC Commodore Deb Fish (racing on Bellino) introduces the 50th anniversary Round Britain and Ireland Race which started in bright sunshine, with 32 competing boats, crewed by 182 sailors from five continents
- Jetpack - Chris Philby-Roberts - experienced offshore sailor
- Fujitsu British Soldier - Will Naylor (Army Sailing Association)
- Tigris - Maggie Adamson (Double-Handed)
- Breese - Richard and Emma - Mojo (Father and daughter)
- Johnny Vincent - Pace - Volvo 70
- Neal McDonald - Pace - Volvo 70
- Sam White - Mzungu!
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