Legendary Dragon “Bluebottle” to Sail in Hong Kong for the 2027 Dragon World Championship
In a celebration of maritime heritage and international sailing excellence, the iconic Dragon-class yacht Bluebottle will participate in the 2027 Dragon World Championship and Asia Pacific Championship, taking place in Hong Kong from 21 to 29 November 2026.
The event is organised by the Sailing Federation of Hong Kong, China, co-organised by The Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club and the Hong Kong Dragon National Class Association. Bluebottle will be hosted in the marina of the Official Regatta Partner – The Clearwater Bay Golf and Country Club.
Hopewell Hotel Named Official Hospitality Partner for THE 2027 Hong Kong Dragon World Championship!
Hopewell Hotel Named Official Hospitality Partner for 2027 Hong Kong Dragon World Championship!
The Organising Committee of the 2027 Hong Kong Dragon World Championship is proud to announce Hopewell Hotel as the Official Hospitality Partner for this landmark international event.
The prestigious Dragon World Championship marks a historic milestone, as the first to be held in Asia, giving Hong Kong a unique opportunity to showcase its rich maritime heritage and vibrant tourism industry.
2027 Hong Kong Dragon World Championship: Registration Now Open!
2027 Hong Kong Dragon World Championship: Registration Now Open!
The Sailing Federation of Hong Kong, China, in conjunction with co-organisers, the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club, International Dragon Association and the Hong Kong Dragon Association, are pleased to announce that the 2027 Dragon World Championship will take place from Saturday, 21 November to Sunday, 29 November 2026.
THE HKDA meets Lily Xu (CHN): Event Ambassador for the 2027 Hong Kong Dragon World Championship.
Lily Xu (CHN): Event Ambassador for the 2027 Hong Kong Dragon World Championship.
The 2027 Hong Kong Dragon World Championship will be held in Hong Kong in November 2026, co-organised by the International Dragon Association and the Hong Kong Dragon Association.
Olympic gold medallist Lily Xu Lijia has been announced as the official Event Ambassador. After a celebrated career in the Laser Radial, winning bronze at the 2008 Beijing Olympics and gold at the 2012 London Olympics, Lily has recently embraced Dragon sailing, competing in Europe and Hong Kong, including the 2025 Dragon Gold Cup.
We sat down with Lily to discuss her passion for sailing, the significance of the 2027 Dragon Worlds, and her dreams for the future of the sport in Asia.