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September in Porto Cervo continues to be all about great sailing. Just days after the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup, the docks in front of the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda have taken on a new look, welcoming 170 yachts and around 1,800 sailors for the 23rd Rolex Swan Cup, record numbers for an edition celebrating the 60th anniversary of Nautor Swan.
The racing week was preceded on Tuesday by the “Dance of the Swans”, with all 170 Swans gathered around the island of Monaci in a special tribute to the memory of Carlo Borlenghi. Racing officially began on Wednesday, 16 September, when light winds allowed the fleet to complete a coastal race from the Gulf of Arzachena, through the Passo delle Bisce and on to the island of Monaci.
The 2026 Rolex Swan Cup tells the story of six decades of the Finnish shipyard through a fleet ranging from Tarantella, Swan 36 hull number 001, designed by Sparkman & Stephens in 1966, to the latest Swan 128s Be Cool and Raijin and the new Swan 80 Elvi, all designed by Germán Frers. Between these two ends of the spectrum, Porto Cervo brings together different generations of Swan yachts, from historic models to Maxis, from cruiser racers to the latest One Design boats, offering a unique picture of the evolution of the Finnish shipyard.
The diversity of the fleet is one of the defining features of the Rolex Swan Cup. The ClubSwan 50, 43, 42, 36 and 28classes race in real time, while Swan Maxi, Legacy, Cruiser Racer and Pure Cruising compete under the ORC rating system. The fleet also features some of the best known names in international sailing, including Paul Cayard, Ed Baird, Vasco Vascotto, Guillermo Parada, Flavio Favini and Francesco “Checco” Bruni.
Daniele Macis /YCCS
Following the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup, SLAM continues its presence in Porto Cervo alongside the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda during the Rolex Swan Cup.
At the SLAM Shop in Piazza Azzurra, a selection of Swan customised garments and accessories is available for crews and sailing enthusiasts, designed for both time on the water and life ashore. The collection includes Deck and Tech polo shirts and T shirts, together with technical pieces such as the Crew Sunblock LS 2.0, Altura Light Grid Fleece, Crew Vest and Altura Dock Jacket, as well as Tech Caps, backpacks and WR Sailor Bags, with men’s, women’s and junior styles in Dark Navy, Bright White and Cliff Grey.
A selection that reflects the many different sides of the Swan Cup, from racing to cruising and life on the dock, during a week in which the history and present of Swan sailing come together in the same place.
Crew Sunblock LS 2.0 is a technical long-sleeve top designed as a first layer for sun protection while sailing. It offers comfort, breathability and UPF 40+ UV protection for prolonged use under the sun.
Altura LGT Grid Fleece FZ is a lightweight technical fleece designed for active sailing. The grid fleece construction with DWR (Durable Water Repellent) treatment provides breathability, thermal regulation and effective protection against wind and light moisture, making it ideal as a mid layer or as an outer layer in mild conditions.
Tech Piqué Shirt LS is a long-sleeve technical polo designed for sailing and the moments that come with it. Breathable piqué fabric, UPF 50+ sun protection and a regular fit make it suitable for activity on board, on the dock and for regatta-related representational settings.
WR Sailor Bag 2.0 M is the large-capacity waterproof sailor bag designed for sailing and dock life. Robust and versatile, it keeps gear protected from water and adapts to different carrying options.
