EDINBURGH CUP/UK GRAND PRIX

The Edinburgh Cup has been the British Open National Championship for the British Dragon Class since 1949. It was presented by the Duke of Edinburgh (Prince Philip) after the members of the Island Sailing Club presented Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip with a Dragon named Bluebottle on the occasion of their marriage in 1948. This was also incidentally the first year in which the Dragon was an Olympic class. Bluebottle herself was to play a part in the competition under various sailing masters, finishing second in 1954 with Lt. Commander Hewitt, second again with Graham Mann in 1956 and third with Ross Coles in 1960.

The Royal Yacht Squadron is once again delighted to host the 2026 Edinburgh Cup and welcomes all owners, crews and supporters to Cowes for a fabulous;ous week of racing and socials.

Notice of Race

Sailing Instructions

RESULTS

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