13/07/2026
🏆 Sophia & La Novia crowned 2026 Budget Marine Windies Multihull Trophy champions!
Following an action-packed Caribbean racing season, the results are in. Thirty-six multihulls competed across 13 qualifying events—from the British Virgin Islands to Barbados—with each yacht’s five besAirgasm and La Noviawards the final standings. ⛵️🌴
In the 60 Feet and Over Class, Marcos Sirota’s 63ft Nigel Irens trimaran Sophia secured the overall title with a winning score of 19 points. Competing in seven qualifying events, Sophia demonstrated impressive consistency, performance and commitment throughout the season.
In the Under 60 Feet Class, Georges Coutu’s Leopard 50 La Novia successfully defended her crown. With 17 points from four qualifying events, the Dominican Republic entry claimed back-to-back Windies Multihull Trophy victories—a fantastic achievement for the entire team. 🎉
The season also delivered outstanding multihull racing at the 2026 BVI Spring Regatta, where 20 boats competed across the Performance, Sport and Cruising Multihull divisions. Thunder and Lightning, Airgasm and La Novia each took divisional honours after a fiercely contested week on the water.
Congratulations to Sophia, La Novia and every owner, skipper and crew who helped make the 2026 Caribbean multihull season so memorable. The trophies will be formally presented during the Caribbean Multihull Challenge in Sint Maarten, February 4–7, 2027. 🏆
📸 Tidal Pulse Media
