2021 Rolex New York Yacht Club Invitational Cup
September 11-18, 2021
Newport, Rhode Island
The Rolex New York Invitational Cup returns for the 7th edition of this historic international yacht club challenge. The event will be run for the second time in the club's fleet of IC37s. As shown in 2019, these boats 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 8, registration and optional practice on September 11, two days of mandatory practice on September 12 and 13, and five days of racing beginning September 14. The memorable Rolex Awards Dinner will be held September 18 on the lawn of the New York Yacht Club Harbour Court.
- Notice of Race incorporating Amendments 1-5
- NOR Addendum A - US Sailing Prescriptions
- NOR Addendum C - Required Equipment and Modifications
- NOR Addendum D - USSER
- Sailing Instructions incorporating Amendments 1&2
- Appendix UF incorporating Amendments 1&2 - Umpired Fleet Racing
Umpire Q&A
- 2021 Rolex NYYC Invitational Cup Program
- How to Follow the 2021 Rolex New York Yacht Club Invitational Cup
- Social Media: Facebook | Instagram
- Rolex Awards Dinner Music Video
- 2D Tracking with TracTrac
Press Releases:
- September 8: Opportunity and Challenges Abound
- September 13: Literal Storm Brings Calm Before Figurative One
- September 13: U.S. Teams From Opposite Coasts Focus on Common Goal
- September 14, 2021: Royal Thames Grabs Early Lead in Rolex NYYC Invitational Cup
- September 15, 2021: Lovell, Southern Drive into the Lead on Day 2
- September 16, 2021: San Diego Thrives, Southern Survives on Day 3
- September 17, 2021: Southern Plays Defense as San Diego Charges Toward the Lead
- September 18, 2021: Southern Claims Invitational Cup for the Second Time
The IC37s will be available for optional practice from September 8-10 and again after registration on September 11.
| Saturday, September 11 | 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 12 | 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 | Practice Day Video || Weather & Local Knowledge - Arcadia Room (mandatory for helmsmen, tacticians and mainsail trimmers) | |
| 1800 | Classification Protest Time Limit | |
| Monday, September 13 | 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 - Marquee (Jacket & Tie) | |
| Tuesday, September 14 | 0830 | Morning Competitors Meeting |
| 1100 | Race Day 1 - First Warning Signal | |
| 1600-1800 | Hospitality Center - Lower Lawn | |
| 1800-2000 | Special Event - TBD | |
| Wednesday, September 15 | 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 16 | 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 17 | 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 18 | 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) |
The New York Yacht Club team that emerges victorious in the NYYC IC Selection Series will be awarded a berth in the 2021 Invitational Cup and the opportunity to represent the club in this signature event. Review the Notice of Race for more information and register through the link below.
- Newport Area Logistics (housing, transportation, marinas, services, etc
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
- Local Lunch Options
Watch the Live Broadcast on Youtube or Facebook
2021 Rolex NYYC Invitational Cup race coverage begins Wednesday, September 15 through Saturday, September 18.
