2023 Rolex New York Yacht Club Invitational Cup
September 9 to 16, 2023
Newport, Rhode Island
The Rolex New York Yacht Club Invitational Cup returns for the eighth edition of this historic international yacht club challenge. The event will be run for the third time in the Club's fleet of IC37s. These boats—all maintained by the same team to the same exacting standards—will once again provide the ultimate platform for high energy, amateur sailing on a completely level platform.
The preliminary regatta schedule includes three days of optional practice beginning September 6, registration and optional practice on September 9, two days of mandatory practice on September 10 and 11, and five days of racing beginning September 12. The memorable Rolex Awards Dinner will be held September 16 on the lawn of the New York Yacht Club Harbour Court.
- Notice of Race
- NOR Addendum A - US Sailing Prescriptions
- NOR Addendum C - Required Equipment and Modifications
- NOR Addendum D - USSER
- Sailing Instructions incorporating Amendments 1, 2, 3 & 4
- Appendix UF incorporating Amendment 1
- SI & UF Amendment 1 - 9.11.23
- SI Amendment 2 - 9.12.23
- SI Amendment 3 - 9.13.23
- SI Amendment 4 - 9.13.23
- SI Amendment 5 - 9.14.23
- Notice to Competitors 1 - 9.13.23
Questions and Answer
- Q&A 1-5, posted 9-12-23
Umpire Point Penalties
- Race 1 and 3 - 9-12-23
- Race 1 and 3 - Updated 9-14-23
- Race 4 - 9-13-23
- Crew List - as of 9-9-23 @ 1600
- Boat Assignment List
- Team Photo Schedule
Monday, September 11 - Opening Ceremony & Reception
Join us in the Clubhouse at New York Yacht Club Harbour Court for the Opening Ceremony and Reception. The Reception will include passed hors d'oeuvres and an open bar.
Time: 1800-2000
Price: $75/person
Dress: Jacket & Tie
Thursday, September 14 - Lobster Dinner
Join us in the Regatta Tent on the Station 10 Lawn at New York Yacht Club Harbour Court for a Lobster Bake Dinner.
Time: 1830 Cocktails, 1930 Dinner
Price: $130/person
Dress: Smart Nautical Casual
Saturday, September 16 - Rolex Awards Dinner
Cheer on the winners during the Rolex Final Awards Dinner in the Regatta Tent on the Station 10 Lawn at the New York Yacht Club Harbour Court. The evening will include an open bar, wine with dinner and dancing.
Time: 1800 Cocktail, 1900 Dinner
Price: $185/person
Dress: Jacket & Tie
- Purchase additional tickets to the Opening Reception, Lobster Bake and Rolex Awards Dinner.
- Complete the Guest Card form for use of The Club during your visit
- Sign up for a space on a spectator boat on Thursday 9/14, Friday 9/15 or Saturday 9/16
All coaches and support boat captains must complete the Coach and Support Boat Registration Form and attend the Captains Meeting at 1800 on Monday. Coach boat flags will be handed out at the end of the meeting.
How to Follow the 2023 Rolex New York Yacht Club Invitational Cup
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PHOTO GALLERY
Press Releases
- September 15, 2023: San Diego Puts Exclamation Point on 2023 Rolex NYYC Invitational Cup Victory
- September 14, 2023: Steady, But Never Slow, San Diego Yacht Club Assumes Control on Day 3
- September 13, 2023: Youth Serves Up a Win for Royal Hong Kong on Day 2
- September 12, 2023: Underdogs Turn Form Guide on its Head on Day 1 of Rolex NYYC Invitational Cup
- September 11, 2023: Dual Defending Champions Prepare for Eighth Edition of Corinthian Sailing Classic
- September 8, 2023: Reunited After Four Years, Full Invitational Cup Family Prepares for Competition and Camaraderie
- September 7, 2023: Youth Movement Leads Royal Vancouver Yacht Club's Return to Rolex NYYC Invitational Cup
- August 23, 2023: Respect and Aspiration Power Two New Entries into Rolex NYYC Invitational Cup
- January 25, 2023: Dueling Defending Champions Look to Carry Momentum into Eighth Edition of Premiere Corinthian Championship
Thanks to the generous support of 2023 Regatta Partner Helly Hansen, we're pleased to offer a way for fans around the world to participate in sailing's premiere Corinthian sailing competition and maybe win some sweet Helly Hansen gear. For each day of the regatta—Tuesday, September 12 through Saturday, September 16—we're asking you to pick the winning team of the day. From the correct entries for each, we'll pick three winners. The prizes for each day can be seen via the entry form. All entries must be time stamped by Jotform prior to the day's first warning signal (scheduled for 11 am EDT each day).
Day 1 entry form
Day 2 entry form
Day 3 entry form
Day 4 entry form
Day 5 entry form
Corinthian Yacht Club
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Howth Yacht Club
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Itchenor Sailing Club 
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Japan Sailing Federation
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New York Yacht Club
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Norddeutscher Regatta Verein
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Nyländska Jaktklubben
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Royal Canadian Yacht Club 
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Royal Cork Yacht Club 
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Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club 
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Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron
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Royal Swedish Yacht Club
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Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron
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Royal Vancouver Yacht Club 
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San Diego Yacht Club
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Southern Yacht Club
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Yacht Club Argentino 
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Yacht Club Costa Smeralda 
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Yacht Club Punta Del Este 
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Performance Resources
- IC37 Performance Document
- North Sails IC37 Tuning Guide
- North Sails IC37 Sailing Manual
- North Sails Reefing Video
- IC37 Class Association Resources webpage
Electronics
Boat Wash-down schedule
The IC37s will be available for optional practice from September 6-8 and again after registration on September 9.
| Saturday, September 9 | 0900-1100 | Registration - Sailing Center |
| 0900-1200 | IC37 Check-out following registration | |
| 1200-1600 | IC37s available for practice following check out | |
| 1600-1800 | Late Registration - Sailing Center | |
| Sunday, September 10 | 0900-1000 | Late Registration (if needed) - Sailing Center |
| 0900-1000 | IC37 Protocol, Safety & Sail Briefing - Arcadia Room (mandatory for helmsmen, tacticians and mainsail trimmers) | |
| 1200-1500 | Mandatory Practice Starts and Racing | |
| 1600-1730 | North Sails Practice Day Video || Weather & Local Knowledge - Arcadia Room (mandatory for helmsmen, tacticians and mainsail trimmers) | |
| 1800 | Classification Protest Time Limit | |
| Monday, September 11 | 0900 | IC37s available for practice |
| 1200-1500 | Mandatory Practice Starts and Racing | |
| 1600-1800 | Hospitality Center - Lower Lawn | |
| 1730-1800 | Meeting with Umpires - Arcadia Room (mandatory for helmsmen and tacticians) | |
| 1800-1830 | Captains' Meeting - Arcadia Room (mandatory for helmsmen, tacticians, coaches and spectator boat captains) | |
| 1830-2000 | Opening Ceremony & Reception (Jacket & Tie) | |
| Tuesday, September 12 | 0830 | Morning Competitors Meeting |
| 1100 | Race Day 1 - First Warning Signal | |
| 1600-2000 | Hospitality Center + Defender's Night - Lower Lawn | |
| Wednesday, September 13 | 0830 | Morning Competitors Meeting |
| 1100 | Race Day 2 - First Warning Signal | |
| 1600-2000 | Hospitality Center - Lower Lawn | |
| 1800 | Daily Awards at the Hospitality Center | |
| Thursday, September 14 | 0830 | Morning Competitor Meeting |
| 1100 | Race Day 3 - First Warning Signal | |
| 1600-1830 | Hospitality Center - Lower Lawn | |
| 1830-2130 | NYYC Lobster Bake and Daily Awards - Marquee (Smart Casual) | |
| Friday, September 15 | 0830 | Morning Competitors Meeting |
| 1100 | Race Day 4 - First Warning Signal | |
| 1600-2000 | Hospitality Center - Lower Lawn | |
| 1800 | Daily Awards at the Hospitality Center | |
| 1830-1930 | Commodore's Reception (Jacket & Tie, by invitation only) | |
| Saturday, September 16 | 0800 | Morning Competitor Meeting |
| 0900 | Parade of Nations - Newport Harbor | |
| 1100 | Race Day 5 - First Warning Signal | |
| 1800 | Awards Cocktails - Hospitality Center (Jacket & Tie) | |
| 1900-2300 | Rolex Awards Dinner - Marquee (Jacket & Tie) |
- Bulletin #1 - 11.18.22
- Bulletin #2 - 1.27.23
- Bulletin #3 - 2.27.23
- Bulletin #4 - 3-21-23
- Bulletin #5 - 4.19.23
- Bulletin #6 - 6-19-23
- Bulletin #7 - 7-21-23
- Bulletin #8 - 8-13-23
- Bulletin #9 - 8-24-23
- Bulletin #10 - 8-28-23
- Bulletin #11 - 9-9-23
- Bulletin #12 - 9-11-23
- Bulletin #13 - 9-13-23
- Bulletin #14 - 10-13-23
- Newport Area Logistics (housing, transportation, marinas, services, etc
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
- Local Lunch Options
We are tremendously grateful for the support of our 2023 regatta partners
