The World Match Racing Tour (WMRT), being one of the top sailing events globally, has attracted the participation of the world's top sailors since its establishment in 2000. It features a high starting point, extensive coverage, strong ornamental value, and far-reaching influence.
This year marks the 24th consecutive year of WMRT. The 2024 WMRT officially commenced on April 19. This year's tour is held across numerous countries and regions worldwide. Thirteen stopovers have been successively completed in the United States, Finland, Italy, Sweden, France, Poland, Singapore, etc., and the 14th stop in Bermuda will also complete the race by the end of October.
The finals will be held in Bao'an, Shenzhen within the Greater Bay Area in December.

The opening race of 2024 WMRT - the Congressional Cup in Long Beach, California, USA

The 59th Congressional Cup serves as the opening race of the 2024 World Match Racing Tour. During the five - day period (from April 24 to 28), an intense and exciting maritime competition was staged. Twelve participating teams consisting of world - class sailors engaged in an exciting race in Long Beach, California. American Chris Poole and his Riptide Racing team won the Congressional Cup and Crimson Blazer for the second consecutive time.

"We are very pleased to announce that the 2024 WMRT season will welcome another exciting year of world-class match racing," commented James Pleasance, the executive director of WMRT. "Last year, 72 teams and more than 280 sailors participated in the tour, which proves the popularity and growth rate of match racing as one of the most accessible and affordable events in this sport."

The 2024 WMRT finals will have a sail-to-sail competition in Bao'an, Shenzhen.

The 2024 WMRT will hold the finals in Bao'an, Shenzhen, which is the heart of the Bay Area, from December 10 to December 15. At that time, there will be 16 sailing teams made up of top sailors from all around the world taking part in the fierce competition. The blue waters of Qianhai Bay in Shenzhen will become the focus of the world again. This is not only an international top sports competition, but also a chance for Shenzhen Bao'an and even China to show the world the city spirit of being pioneering, forging ahead and setting sail first.

Shenzhen, with an open attitude, welcomes friends from all corners of the world. This vibrant city is willing to share its own stories and dreams with the world.
Top sailors from all over the world will bring their dreams and enthusiasm and gather on this land full of miracles.
Let's wait and see.