13/02/2026
The Finn Gold Cup has an incredible legacy; from sailing legends like Ben Ainslie to the next generation ready to make their mark.
Through Gill, we’re proud supporters of this year’s event at RQYS, and can’t wait to see the racing get underway next week!
In 1956, the Finn Gold Cup was presented to the International Finn Association (IFA) and has since become the pinnacle of the Finn sailing world. Notable record holders for consecutive wins include W***y Kuhweide in the 60's, Jörg Bruder in the 70's, Lasse Hjortnäs in the 80's and Fredrik Lööf in the 90's. But the current record holder, still unbeaten, is Ben Ainslie from Great Britain, taking home the trophy six times – 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2008 and 2012.
Ben also took his Finn, named "Rita", to Olympic Gold in Athens 2004, Beijing 2008 and London 2012.
You can read more about the 2026 Porsche Centre Brisbane Finn World Championships on our website.
https://www.rqys.com.au/international-finn-2026-events/
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