30th Superyacht Cup Palma Richard Mille sells out with largest fleet in nearly two decades
by The Superyacht Cup Palma 30 Apr 15:29 BST
24-27 June 2026
Superyacht Cup Palma 2024 © Sailing Energy / The Superyacht Cup
The 30th edition of the Superyacht Cup Palma Richard Mille has officially sold out, confirming 24 entries — the largest fleet in almost two decades — with a waiting list now open.
The 30th edition of the Superyacht Cup Palma Richard Mille was always going to be something special, but to sell out all racing places has taken the Mallorca event to a new level.
Europe’s longest-running superyacht regatta is delighted to announce it has 24 confirmed entries — the largest fleet in almost two decades — and that the waiting list for further hopeful entries is now officially open.
The 2026 anniversary celebrations, with the regatta returning to a fully occupied base at its prestigious host venue, Club de Mar-Mallorca, are set to take place from 24-27 June.
“To be able to celebrate both our 30th anniversary and one of our largest ever fleets is a real testament to the enduring appeal of owner-led racing over three decades,” said SYC Owner and Event Director Kate Branagh.
“Maintaining and enhancing the strength and diversity of that fleet has long been at the heart of what we do at the Superyacht Cup Palma Richard Mille, along with delivering great racing in the Bay of Palma, and a uniquely fun and private atmosphere ashore,” she added.
The diversity of the 2026 fleet is certainly worth its own celebration with the established core superyacht classes being joined by a J Class presence as well as a new Multihull Division — introduced for 2026 — with four entries taking advantage of SYC’s nimble evolution in a changing world.
Also set to make an impact at SYC is another new racing division — YYachts. Eight YYachts will compete, forming a class of their own, and the company comes on board as a Friend of the Superyacht Cup Palma Richard Mille.
Founder Michael Schmidt said: “The Superyacht Cup Palma Richard Mille has always held a special place for us, so we are honoured to be part of this 30th anniversary edition as a ‘Friend’ of the regatta. To see eight YYachts racing here this year — forming a class of their own for the YYachts Cup — is something we are quietly proud of. It reflects not just the growth of the brand, but the strength and shared mindset of our owners.
This season also marks our 10th anniversary, and to have such a strong presence within an event that places the owner at the centre and values pure, performance-led sailing feels very natural. It’s a good fit — and a moment to reflect on how far we’ve come.”
The overall size and quality of the fleet has also impressed another regatta regular, Guy Standbridge, captain of Axia.
He said: “To see a fleet of this depth for the 30th anniversary is hugely encouraging. Having taken part in the very first Nantucket Bucket in 1987, it is both remarkable and genuinely satisfying to see how far superyacht racing has come over the years. From a racing perspective, Palma delivers exactly what these yachts are designed for: consistent conditions, close competition, and proper, performance-led sailing. And what continues to set the Superyacht Cup Palma Richard Mille apart is the owner-driver dynamic. It creates a very particular atmosphere on the water — competitive, but with a shared understanding of why everyone is here. That balance is not easy to achieve, and it’s why the regatta continues to attract this level of fleet.”
From Aini and Allegra to Svea and Win Win, the fleet — spanning five divisions — is set to make this 30th anniversary edition one to remember.
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