The 2025 Cape 31 UK National Championships concluded on Sunday after an action-packed weekend hosted by the Royal Yacht Squadron. With 14 teams on the start line (with Irish crews in the line-up) and near-perfect conditions on the Solent, the regatta delivered a true showcase of Cape 31 racing.
Day 1 saw ideal sailing with a 12–18 knot southeasterly breeze and plenty of sunshine. Bullit started strong with a win in Race 1, before reigning champions Flying Jenny responded with back-to-back victories in Races 2 and 3. The day closed with a relaxed BBQ at the Royal Yacht Squadron, generously sponsored by Hamble Yacht Services (HYS).
Day 2 brought another full race schedule and tighter competition. Katabatic took the win in Race 4, while Bullit delivered a powerful double in Races 5 and 6. Khumbu, building momentum, claimed Race 7 to cap off a solid day.
Day 3 came in wet and breezy. Anticipating the conditions, the race committee—led by Peter Saxton—had completed four races on Saturday, leaving just two for Sunday. Khumbu charged ahead with two wins to open the day, but it was Flying Jenny who held their nerve and showed trademark consistency to secure back-to-back UK National Championship titles.
The Corinthian title came down to the wire between Flurg and Toucan, with Toucan holding steady under pressure to take the win—an impressive feat in their first appearance at the UK Nationals.
