2026 Hinman Masters Team Race
2026 Hinman Masters Team Race
August 14 - 16, 2026
Newport, R.I.
Yacht Club teams will be invited to compete in the 2026 Hinman Masters in Sonars with 3 to 5 sailors per boat. Skippers must be at least 45 years of age and each crew member must be at least 40 years of age. Entry is by invitation.
The winning team will be presented with the Commodore George R. Hinman Masters Invitational Trophy — the NYYC's Masters team-racing championship. The trophy was rededicated in 1999 by Commodore George M. Isdale in recognition of George R. Hinman's commitment to sailing and friendly competition. The first regatta was held in 2000.
2026 Hinman Masters Team Race Official Notice Board
Official Notice Board
RACE DOCUMENTS
- Notice of Race
- Sailing Instructions
CALL BOOK
EVENT CALLS
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Event Calls 1-5 (updated 7.30.25)
- Room to Leave the Mark Astern
- Mark-Room at a Port-Hand Offset Mark
- Room to Round at Port-Hand Windward Mark (Updated 7.30.25)
- Getting Well Clear Before Taking a Penalty
- Room to Tack at a Port-Hand Windward Mark
- Appeal #130 - Mark-Room
2026 Hinman Masters Team Race Event Info
Event Information
- Request for Invitation
- Entry List
- Team Rosters
WAIVER - A waiver must be submitted for all crew prior to racing. Boats will not be scored unless all waivers have been received.
- Complete the Waiver & Release of Liability
- View completed waivers
- Practice Schedule
- Bulletin #1 5.19.26
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- Newport Area Logistics (housing, transportation, marinas, services, etc)
Past Results Archive
FRIDAY, AUGUST 14
Hinman Masters Team Race SocialNew York Yacht Club Harbour Court
- Time: Following Racing
- Price: Included with entry
- Dress: Sailing Attire
SATURDAY, AUGUST 15
Hinman Masters Team Race DinnerNew York Yacht Club Harbour Court
- 1830 Cocktails
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1930 Dinner
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Price: Included with entry
- Guest Ticket Price - $115
- Guest RSVP Ticket Form - HERE
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Price: Included with entry
- Dress: Smart Casual
SUNDAY, AUGUST 16
Hinman Masters Team Race AwardsNew York Yacht Club Harbour Court
- Time: Following Racing
- Price: Included with entry
- Dress: Sailing Attire
GUEST CARDS
Complete the Regatta Guest Privileges Form and your Guest Card will be waiting for you upon your arrival.For more information, please contact Events Coordinator Julia Govoni
PHONE: 401-608-1166
EMAIL: [email protected]
Commodore George R. Hinman Masters Invitational TrophyTiffany & Co.
1926
Trophy History: This trophy was presented to Henry Payne Whitney in recognition of his schooner VANITIE’s winning the 1926 King’s Cup Race held in Newport on August 20th of that year.
Awarding of the Trophy: The trophy was rededicated in 1999 by Commodore George M. Isdale in recognition of Commodore George R. Hinman’s commitment to sailing and friendly competition. It is to be raced for during a team race competition among “Masters” sailors from recognized yacht clubs.
