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Announcements, partner appointments and stories from the journey to the 2027 Hong Kong Dragon World Championship.
30 Days to Go: Getting Ready for Hong Kong
95 boats from 21 nations are confirmed. Crew lists, measurement, hotel help, flights, the social programme and how to watch: deadlines that still matter.
Central Oceans Marks 20th Anniversary as Major Sponsor
Celebrating two decades by giving back to its founding city and helping bring the international Dragon fleet to Hong Kong.
Tsit Wing Group Named Supporting Partner
Partnership celebrates Hong Kong heritage as the city prepares to welcome the international Dragon sailing community.
EVY Technology Named Official Sun Protection Partner
The Swedish sun protection brand joins as Official Sun Protection Partner, bringing its long-wear mousse to the fleet and a sun-safety campaign to the shore.
Oakley Named Official Eyewear Partner
Oakley Sunglasses Hong Kong joins as Official Eyewear Partner, bringing event-only offers, on-site access and prizes to the fleet.
Pocari Sweat to Support Athlete Hydration
Otsuka’s ion supply drink joins as a supporting partner, on hand to competing sailors to replace the water and electrolytes a day’s racing takes out of them.
Brewery De Halve Maan Named Official Beer Partner
The sixth-generation Bruges family brewery joins as Official Beer Partner, pouring Brugse Zot Blonde and the alcohol-free Sport Zot at official functions, sailor socials and the prize-givings.
XPENG Named Official Mobility Partner
The Guangzhou electric vehicle maker joins as Official Mobility Partner, bringing a “Land, Sea and Air” theme to the championship, with its newest EV models and a flying vehicle concept on show.
Official App Launches for the Championship
Free on the App Store and Google Play, carrying marine weather, schedules, results and race-office notices for both the Asia Pacific Championship and the Worlds that follows it.
88 Days to Go: Documents, Deadlines and Final Checks
More than 90 boats from 21 nations are now entered against a fleet limit of 100. What to have ready for measurement, what closes before you travel, and a first look at the week ashore.
Chalmers Wines Named Official Wine Partner
The Australian family winery joins as Official Wine Partner, with a limited-edition sparkling rosé made for the championship and poured at Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club venues.
Sun Hung Kai & Co. Named Title Sponsor
Long-standing supporter of Hong Kong sailing deepens its commitment as the city prepares to host one of the sport’s most prestigious events.
North Sails Named Official Sail Partner
North Sails comes aboard as Official Sail Partner, with a 15% discount on One Design orders until the end of September, delivery to the venue and overnight repairs through race week.
Cathay Pacific Named Official Carrier
Hong Kong’s home carrier joins as Official Carrier, connecting the world’s leading Dragon sailors to the Pearl of the Orient for the first World Championship held in Asia.
Lee Kum Kee Joins as Sponsor
One of Hong Kong’s most iconic culinary houses comes aboard as a Sponsor, uniting local heritage and community with world-class sailing.
Six Months to Go
The countdown begins to the first Dragon World Championship held in Asia, hosted by a fleet founded in 1932, the third oldest in the world.
The Clearwater Bay Golf & Country Club Named Host Partner
The Organising Committee confirms The Clearwater Bay Golf & Country Club as Host Partner, a standout coastal venue with a full-service 300-berth marina and direct access to the racecourse.
Code Zero Named Official Clothing and Apparel Partner
Dutch nautical lifestyle brand Code Zero has been appointed Official Clothing and Apparel Partner. Founder Marc Blees, an accomplished Dragon sailor, will race for the world title alongside the competitors his brand will dress.
Launch of the China Dragon Association to Promote Dragon Sailing across Asia
The International Dragon Association announces the official launch of the China Dragon Association, a significant milestone in the global expansion of Dragon Class sailing ahead of the 2027 World Championship.
Legendary Dragon “Bluebottle” to Sail in Hong Kong
The iconic Dragon-class yacht Bluebottle will participate in the 2027 Dragon World Championship and Asia Pacific Championship in Hong Kong, 21 to 29 November 2026, hosted at the Clearwater Bay Golf & Country Club marina.
Hopewell Hotel Named Hospitality Partner
Hopewell Hotel joins as Hospitality Partner for the championship, the first Dragon Worlds to be held in Asia, showcasing Hong Kong’s maritime heritage and hospitality.
Registration Now Open
Registration opens for the championship, held from 21 to 29 November 2026, organised by the Sailing Federation of Hong Kong, China with the RHKYC, IDA and HKDA.
The HKDA Meets Lily Xu (CHN), Event Ambassador
Olympic gold medallist Lily Xu Lijia is announced as official Event Ambassador, bringing her passion for Dragon sailing to Hong Kong.
The HKDA Meets Karl Kwok (HKG), Offshore Sailor and Event Ambassador
Iconic Hong Kong offshore sailor Karl Kwok joins as Event Ambassador ahead of the first Dragon Worlds held in Asia in the class’s 98-year history.
The HKDA Meets Tony Leung (HKG), Actor, Singer and Dragon Sailor
Actor, singer and Dragon sailor Tony Leung shares his love of the sea and how sailing has deepened his connection to nature.
The HKDA Meets Quanhai Li (CHN), President of World Sailing
World Sailing President Quanhai Li shares his lifelong passion for the water ahead of the first Dragon World Championship in Asia.
Hong Kong to Host the Worlds for the First Time in the Class’s 98-Year History
The Hong Kong Dragon Association announces that the Dragon World Championship will be held in Asia for the first time, sailed in the iconic waters of Hong Kong in November 2026.