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A can of Pocari Sweat standing on a blue running track, a runner’s shoe in the air above it.
15 September 2026 · Featured

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.

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A Dragon reaching hard under a white spinnaker carrying the Brugse Zot jester, its three crew on the rail as the bow throws spray.
7 September 2026

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.

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The XPENG X2 flying vehicle in the air above a city skyline at dusk.
1 September 2026

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.

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Three screens of the championship app, showing results, live weather at the race course and the race-office forms.
26 August 2026

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.

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25 August 2026

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.

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The Chalmers family among the vines at sunset.
17 August 2026

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.

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A maxi yacht in Sun Hung Kai & Co. colours racing offshore.
10 August 2026

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.

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Dragons racing upwind under North Sails.
22 July 2026

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.

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Cathay Pacific aircraft.
23 June 2026

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.

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Lee Kum Kee sponsorship.
27 May 2026

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.

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Six months to go.
21 May 2026

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.

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Clearwater Bay Golf & Country Club marina.
5 May 2026

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.

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Code Zero apparel.
23 March 2026

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.

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China Dragon Association launch.
3 March 2026

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.

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Dragon-class yacht Bluebottle racing.
3 February 2026

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.

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Hopewell Hotel at night over the harbour.
12 January 2026

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.

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Dragon fleet racing in Hong Kong.
16 December 2025

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.

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Event Ambassador Lily Xu.
15 December 2025

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.

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Event Ambassador Karl Kwok.
7 November 2025

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.

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Tony Leung racing a Dragon.
1 October 2025

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.

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World Sailing President Quanhai Li.
24 July 2025

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.

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Dragon fleet racing in Hong Kong.
17 July 2025

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.

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