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25th Ambassadors’ Cup 31 October 2026

2nd November 2026/in Competitive Racing, Ambassadors Cup, News, Regattas, Sailing, Social/by CSC

25 Years of Bringing The World Together – The 25th Ambassadors’ Cup, Silver Jubilee Edition

25 years of Bringing The World Together!

Changi Sailing Club pulled out all the stops to put on a memorable show for this milestone edition, and the weather certainly played its part, putting on a spectacular display of the varying wind conditions that the Club experiences throughout the year. From gusts exceeding 20 knots to completely becalmed, glassy waters, all 41 participating boats experienced a day of sailing like no other.

This year’s event welcomed 16 Ambassadors and representatives from a total of 24 Embassies. The Embassy of Panama and H.E. Sebastian Breton Perez returned to preside over our Silver Jubilee edition, following the resounding success of last year’s event under his stewardship. Recent geopolitical developments and unforeseen circumstances had affected diplomatic attendance, but despite the smaller turnout, the energy and camaraderie throughout the event remained as strong as ever.

Adding a new dimension to this year’s celebrations was the introduction of the Best Dressed Boat awards. Sailors came dressed in their finest nautical attire, while boats were adorned with colourful decorations to mark the occasion. It was wonderful to see everyone embracing the spirit of the Silver Jubilee!

Of the 41 participating boats, seven were visiting from other marinas and yacht clubs. A big thank you to Millennium II, Majabelle, Firstlight, Intrigue of Stornoway, Pascal Go, Sea Monster and AestheSea for making the journey to sail with us!

On the Race Course

Sailors were certainly given a challenging day on the water. An easterly squall brought fierce winds, with some boats battling gusts exceeding 20 knots for up to 30 minutes, making for a thrilling and rather eventful passage towards North Angler.

Once the winds subsided, a significant outgoing tide added to the returning fleet’s woes, slowing progress to a crawl. While most of the light and nimble multihulls managed to navigate the course successfully, much of the Non-Ambassadors’ and Keelboat Open fleets struggled to complete the race within the allocated time limit.

Ambassadors’ Division

Nine boats managed to complete the race, with Team Colombia initially looking to have the upper hand. H.E. Margarita Manjarrez sailed skilfully aboard Firstlight, an accomplished Beneteau First 50 owned and skippered by Simon Piff. Despite crossing the finish line first, she had not established enough of a lead over the chasing pack to hold on to the top spot.

That honour went to Team Panama, led by H.E. Sebastian Breton Perez aboard Adona. The Dehler 38, recently refurbished and helmed by owner/skipper Ad Smit, handled the heavy breeze impressively, establishing an insurmountable lead over the rest of the fleet to claim victory for Panama at the 25th Ambassadors’ Cup!

Completing the podium as the best of the rest was Bound To Please. The Corby 29 sailed with H.E. Damien Cole of the Embassy of Ireland onboard, with skipper Colin Clark providing the Ambassador with a genuine and thoroughly enjoyable sailing experience.

Non-Ambassadors’ Division

In the Non-Ambassadors’ Division, only two boats managed to finish within the time limit: Skybird and Shardana.

Of the two 34-footers, the Dehler 34 Skybird emerged triumphant, sailing an excellent race to take line honours in her division and even catch up with the Ambassadors’ fleet!

Skipper Edwin was quick to commend the Thai delegation for their hard work on the winches, contributing to excellent boat speed and an overall wonderful experience for the crew.

It was double jubilation for Southeast Asia, with Team Philippines aboard Shardana finishing as the only other boat to complete the race in under three hours.

Of the remaining fleet, Team Mexico aboard the beautiful Remington came closest to the finish line and was also the quickest around North Angler, earning a well-deserved third place.

Keelboat Open Division

In the Keelboat Open Division, it was another two-boat affair at the finish line, with IMP and Notus battling it out for line honours.

In a nail-biting finish, IMP crossed the line just four seconds ahead of Notus, but ultimately relinquished the top spot on corrected time. Wild Thing took third place as the best of the rest, finishing just two minutes after the time limit had expired.

Multihull Division

Among the fast multihulls that completed the race, Yeah Baby was the fastest!

Veteran Scott McCook once again demonstrated why he remains one of Singapore’s finest catamaran sailors, taking his Nacra 17 around the course in an impressive 1 hour, 22 minutes and 49 seconds.

Second place went to Twisted Creature, sailed by Kellie and Matt. The pair survived a scare following a near collision with another boat during the squall, but quickly got back into the groove to maintain their position ahead of Chop Chop.

Skipper Jesse Treharne sailed Chop Chop single-handed in the challenging conditions, so kudos to him for completing the course, albeit just outside the time limit!

A special commendation goes to Aether, skippered by Ron Chua. The father-and-daughter duo aboard this compact TwinCat 15 were taking part in their very first regatta! With the support of Jhing and the Operations Team, Aether successfully made the start, stayed safe through the squall and navigated her way around North Angler – all while having fun along the way!

We hope to see much more of Aether at future events!

Trimaran Division

A trio of Corsairs represented the Trimaran Division at the 25th Ambassadors’ Cup. Of the three, Dot Dot Dot was the quickest, while Miss Visayan took home the honours for Best Dressed Boat!

Back racing after a month of maintenance work, it was great to see skipper David Steel back on the water. An unfortunate incident involving Rainbow Dream on the race course was the only blemish on Miss Visayan’s otherwise colourful outing. We were certainly impressed by the effort put into dressing up the boat!

Completing the trio was Soluna 880, helmed by skipper Roy Phua. As an occasional racer, we’re simply glad to have Roy and his team taking Soluna 880 out for a spin and enjoying a day on the water with us.

Celebrations Ashore

Back on shore, the drinks flowed and the entertainment brought everyone to their feet!

The evening commenced with an eloquent address by our Commodore, Deborah Barker, who acknowledged the significance and prestige of the event, as well as the many individuals and groups who came together to make it happen.

Sailors and guests were then treated to powerful vocals and infectious tunes by the charismatic band 10.seconds, while the evening’s food and drinks were expertly provided by the experienced team from Georges.

In a wonderful affirmation of the event’s continued legacy, H.E. Sebastian Breton Perez also confirmed his return to preside over the Ambassadors’ Cup in 2027!

Our Sponsors and Supporters

We would like to take this opportunity to extend our heartfelt appreciation to the following sponsors for their generous contributions towards making the 25th Ambassadors’ Cup, Silver Jubilee Edition, a success:

Marine Technology & Construction
Thiam Building Construction
Mr KC Chng
Friends of Simba
The Handy Expat
United Airlines
Georges
The Luxury Network & Diplomatic Council

Your continued support means a great deal to the Club and helps us keep this wonderful tradition alive.

A Big Thank You to Our People

To the Management Team, staff and student volunteers from SMU Sailing Club who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure the smooth running of the event – a very big thank you!

From the administration and logistics to race management, on-water operations, event preparation and hospitality, every contribution played an important part in bringing this milestone celebration together.

The success of the 25th Ambassadors’ Cup would simply not have been possible without your dedication, teamwork and commitment.

Until We Meet Again

Just 48 hours after the event, I find myself back at my desk, reflecting on Saturday’s festivities.

There is no doubt that the Ambassadors’ Cup is much more than just a sailing race. It is a reflection of the spirit of Changi Sailing Club, our dedication to the sport and, above all, our commitment to bringing people and communities together.

It is the people who truly embody the spirit of this event. From the sailors and diplomats to our sponsors, volunteers, staff and members, everyone has played a part in keeping this tradition alive for 25 years.

As we celebrate this Silver Jubilee milestone, we are once again proud to say that we have successfully brought the world together.

Here’s to the next chapter, and we’ll see you again in 2027!

Changi Sailing Club
Bringing The World Together.

Results

25th AMBASSADORS’ CUP RESULTS_FINAL

24th Ambassadors’ Cup 2025

2nd November 2025/in Ambassadors Cup, Competitive Racing, Regattas, Sailing, Social/by CSC

24th Ambassadors’ Cup: A Celebration of Friendship, Sailing, and Global Unity at Changi Sailing Club

Singapore, [1st November 2025] — The 24th edition of the Ambassadors’ Cup proved to be a memorable and spirited celebration of sailing and camaraderie, held under perfect conditions at Changi Sailing Club. A steady 7–8 knots of easterly breeze guided the fleet safely to North Angler and back, ensuring an exhilarating day of competition and connection on the water.

This year’s regatta saw 42 boats take to the start line, representing 27 embassies — including 17 Ambassadors and 10 Non-Ambassadors. Despite a slightly smaller fleet, the event retained its hallmark vibrancy, as sailors enjoyed clear skies, brisk winds, and friendly rivalry across all divisions.

Ambassadors’ Division

The competition in the Ambassadors’ Division was exceptionally close, with less than ten minutes separating the top eight finishers. Leading the fleet for much of the race was H.E. Sebastian Breton Perez, President of this year’s Ambassadors’ Cup, sailing aboard Adona (J29).

However, flukey wind conditions on the final leg from Squance created an opportunity for Fortissimo 8, a recently refitted Dehler 38 helmed by Maarten De Kroonen and featuring H.E. Alisher Kayumov of Uzbekistan, to close the gap. Their consistent performance earned them the coveted title of 24th Ambassadors’ Cup Champion on corrected time.

Adona claimed Line Honours and a well-deserved second place overall, while last year’s winners, Jong Dee (J35), helmed by Mr. Paul Kendall with H.E. Juha Markkanen of Finland on board, secured third place. The Finnish team impressed spectators with their coordinated teamwork and matching team attire.

Non-Ambassadors and Keelboat Open Divisions

The next start featured 17 boats across the Non-Ambassadors (10) and Keelboat Open (7) Divisions. A lively contest unfolded between Skybird (Philippines) and Sapphire Star (Italy), with Jangan Main Main, a J24 helmed by Andre and crewed by Alex together with staff from the Embassy of Qatar, capitalizing on their duel to sneak ahead and claim the Non-Ambassadors Division title. Sapphire Star and Skybird completed the podium in second and third respectively.

In the Keelboat Open Division, another J24, Jellico, delivered a stellar performance to take top spot on corrected time. Although Wild Thing — a Reflex 28 — crossed the line seven minutes ahead, it was not enough to edge out Jellico in the two-hour race. Congratulations to Cedric and family for securing the 2025 Keelboat Open title. Rounding out the top three was Boreas (Club Platu), chartered by sponsors Thiam Construction and skippered by Shaun Toh with family and friends.

Trimaran and Beach Catamaran Divisions

The Trimaran fleet featured six Corsair entries. Defending champions Miss Visayan returned to uphold their title but were edged out by Dot Dot Dot, who sailed an excellent upwind leg to North Angler and maintained a slim lead to the finish — earning their first Ambassadors’ Cup victory. Miss Visayan finished a close second after an exciting photo finish, while Soluna (Corsair 750), skippered by Darryl with the support of veterans Alice and Campbell, claimed third place.

In the Beach Catamaran Division, it was a two-boat duel between Scott McCook on a Nacra 430 and Kellie and Matt on Twisted Creature (Viper F16). Scott demonstrated superb solo sailing skill to secure a comfortable win, while Kellie and Matt put in a strong showing on their return to racing at Changi.

Celebrations and Acknowledgements

Back on shore, the festivities continued with Après-Sail drinks and delicious finger food. Sailors enjoyed Panamanian Rum and ice-cold Tiger Beer, generously sponsored by the Ambassador of Panama and Asia Pacific Breweries.

Changi Sailing Club extends heartfelt thanks to all sponsors whose generous support made this event possible:

In her welcome address, Commodore Deborah Barker emphasized the importance of sponsorship in sustaining the event’s success. Despite the absence of a title sponsor this year, the regatta thrived thanks to the commitment of a diverse group of supporters, the leadership of Organizing Chairman Mr. Ad Smit, and the tireless efforts of Changi Sailing Club’s staff and volunteers.

The evening’s festivities also included a cultural performance hosted by H.E. Sebastian Breton Perez, who showcased the vibrant spirit of Panama through traditional coffee, rum, and dance. Dinner was catered by Georges, with live entertainment by the talented 10.Seconds Band, creating a lively and memorable conclusion to the 24th Ambassadors’ Cup.

Adding to the celebrations, Mr. Maarten De Kroon, winner of this year’s Cup, also won the lucky draw prize — a business class ticket courtesy of Turkish Airlines. Congratulations to Maarten on a truly winning day, both on and off the water!

Bringing the World Together

The 24th Ambassadors’ Cup once again exemplified the spirit of international friendship, sportsmanship, and unity through sailing. Changi Sailing Club extends its gratitude to all participants, partners, and embassies for their continued support — and looks forward to celebrating an even more spectacular 25th edition next year.

Results

24th AMBASSADORS’ CUP RESULTS_FINAL

23rd Invisiron Ambassadors’ Cup 2024

3rd November 2024/in Ambassadors Cup, Competitive Racing, Regattas, Sailing, Social/by CSC

23rd Invisiron Ambassadors’ Cup 2024

Changi Sailing Club’s signature sailing social event returns in its 23rd form, this time presided by a country steeped in sailing history – New Zealand! Home to some of the best sailors in the world, The Kiwis have most recently triumphed at the 37th Americas Cup, held in Barcelona. Team Emirates New Zealand bested Team INEOS Britannia in the finals to win the Cup 3 years in a row – an impressive record!

In Singapore, the NZ High Commission led by H.E Gabrielle Rush, together with the NZ Chamber of Commerce took the plunge to lead the 23rd edition of the Ambassadors’ Cup, organizing a total of 19 Ambassadors and 29 Embassies for a day of sailing and revelry. Paired with a total of 52 participating boats, this is easily one of the largest yacht regattas in Singapore. The event is traditionally held in November, where winds can be unpredictable – setting the stage for an eventful and challenging race.

True to the above preface, the winds were all over the course yesterday, and sailors also had to contend with strong outgoing tide. A downwind start to North Angler made for an exciting spectacle, and all 52 boats barreled through the channel in a fresh westerly breeze. Their joy turned to dismay as the winds switched off in the vicinity of North Angler, leaving participants battling strong tide in the light air. The dismay was short lived, as skippers, crew and Embassy guests were well prepared with food and drinks onboard. The relaxed atmosphere also meant that many teams chose to retire early, getting a head start on the evening revelry. Nevertheless, half the fleet for the Ambassadors’ Division and 6 boats from the Non-Ambassadors’ Division managed to finish the race – albeit with a shortened course for all.

First to ~~finnish~~ finish in the Ambassadors’ Division was the Finnish team, sailing on Jong Dee! H.E. Juha Markkanen even had the opportunity the helm the J35, which sailed superbly in the challenging conditions. Skipper Paul Kendall made some good calls on the return leg to the Club, ensuring the chasing pack were well behind to also earn Jong Dee the Tony Siddique Memorial Trophy – awarded to the first keelboat that crosses the finish line. The icing on the cake had to be that she also managed to stay ahead of the quickest beach catamaran in the fleet, Addiction! Winners of the 22nd and 21st Ambassadors Cup also made it to the podium this year – Adona and Born in Fire. The J29 sailed with the European Union onboard, while the X99 sailed with Denmark. H.E. Iwona Piorko Bermig and H.E. Jakob Brix Tange were all smiles as they disembarked, unknowingly completing a #TeamEurope triumph together with Finland for the 23rd Ambassadors’ Cup.

In the Non-Ambassadors’ Division, 23 boats filled the startline, but only 6 boats managed to complete the race within the extended time limit. Kudos to Notus, Balqis, Jellico, Bound to Please, Skybird and Kesini, as they finish the race in the same order on corrected time. Interestingly, the 3 winners did not have any delegates onboard – great effort from the short-handed teams! Representatives from the Embassies of Korea and Japan were the only ones that made it through to the top 6, sailing with Bound to Please and Kesini respectively.

Representing the Trimarans were 6 closely matched corsairs and one brand new dragonfly. It was great to see a large number of Trimarans slowly getting back into a regular sailing routine, and refreshing to watch the newest addition to the fleet “fly” through the course. While Oojoo did not bag a spot on the podium, Skipper Giam and his wife managed a respectable 5th, not bad for his first Ambassadors Cup outing! The usual suspects loitered at the top, As Miss Visayan, Dinghao, Kaze and Dot Dot Dot sparred on the course to claim a place in the top three. It was eventually a victory for Miss V, successfully navigating through the tricky conditions while fending off advances from Kaze and Dinghao. Dashing their way to Paku Buoy to finish between the S flag and the Buoy, Kaze notched a comfortable 6 minute lead on Dinghao in 3rd.

The three beach catamarans that raced last year returned to challenge for division honours, with Addiction holding on as defending champions. While not her best performance, Skipper Jeremy still managed to stay well ahead of Balqis II and Twisted Creature to make 3 consecutive wins. Twisted Creature’s lack of water time may have been the reason for her lackluster performance, struggling to grasp the wind and tide situation on the return leg.

Back on shore, sailors were treated to Après Sail drinks and hors d’oeuvres, courtesy of Tiger Beer, Juno Gin and the team from Georges. Juno Gin was a highlight of the event, an award-winning, New Zealand artisan spirit brought in specially to showcase NZ produce. Gin & Tonic is a drink synonymous with sailors, and perfect as a sundowner. After nearly 4 hours out on water, the drink station was an easy crowd pleaser, commencing the evening festivities. Due to the extended time limit, many sailors returned to shore late, thus prompting organizers to delay the closing ceremony to 7pm.

The weather was kind to us for the evening, and Commodore Deborah Barker delivered her welcome speech eloquently. In the absence of H.E. Gabrielle Rush, Deputy Keith Conway welcomed participants and shared his experience sailing with Waka Tere while acknowledging NZ partners and sponsors for their contributions to the event. It was also worth noting that the NZ team sailed really well, just missing out on a podium finish in 4th.

The rest of the evening unraveled uneventfully, as hungry sailors formed a buffet line, winners were announced later in the evening and Nation One got the party going till late. Somewhere in the middle of all that a Lucky Draw was conducted, with prizes kindly sponsored by Air New Zealand, Marintech and Juno Gin. The top prize of 2 business class tickets to Auckland sponsored by Air New Zealand went to the very lucky – Firstlight! The handheld GPS sponsored by Marintech was won by Notus and a bottle of delicious coffee vodka by Juno Gin was claimed by Feiyu. Congratulations to all the winners!

Thank You

We would like to take this opportunity to thank the following sponsors that have helped make this event possible:

Title Sponsor

Invisiron

Supporting Sponsors

ANZ Bank

Air New Zealand

Thiam Construction

KC Chng

Stabilis

Asia Pacific Breweries (Tiger Beer)

The Luxury Network and Diplomatic Council

Marintech

Juno Gin

This event would also not have been possible without the strong support from our friends at Singapore Armed Forces Yacht Club, Republic of Singapore Yacht Club, Raffles Marina, One Degree 15 Marina and Marina at Keppel Bay. Big Thank You to Millennium 2, Premier Cru 1, Pascal Go, Firstlight, Sirius Omega, Rainbow Dream, Bound to Please and Sitka.

Not forgetting our wonderful VIP boats – Blueyez, Grand Banks and Ganesh. Thank you for the yearly support!

Last but not least – thank you to all participants for sailing and enjoying the day with us.

See you next year for the 24th edition of Bringing the World Together.

Results

23rd AMBASSADORS’ CUP RESULTS

Invisiron Ambassadors’ Cup 2023

6th November 2023/in Competitive Racing, Ambassadors Cup, Regattas, Sailing/by CSC

At the 22nd Ambassadors’ Cup, we were fortunate to have the winds blowing in our favour, as sailors enjoyed a beautiful sail to north angler and back, marking the first year in a long while where participants could successfully complete the full course for the event. The 2023 edition was presided by H.E. Manuel Hernando Solano Sossa from the Embassy of Colombia, and we witnessed a total of 49 boats and 32 Embassies participating. Despite the smaller numbers, it was without a doubt still a very successful turn-out – with many of the Ambassadors new to the event and eager to participate.

The festivities started from 0830hrs in the morning, as sailors and diplomats streamed in to enjoy a breakfast reception prepared by the team from Georges. Paired with Colombian Coffee and Champagne, it was certainly not a bad way to start the day. Winds were still building at this point, and race organizers were quietly hopeful for decent weather conditions when the first race kicks off at 1300hrs.

At 1100hrs, the Skippers were introduced to the Ambassadors – a total of 18 countries were represented in the Ambassadors’ Division! After the pairing was completed, Sailors, Ambassadors and Embassy staff made their way to the respective boats, commencing their preparations for the iconic race along the north-eastern rim of Singapore. Notoriously known from previous editions for being a slow crawl, sailors were thankfully treated to fresh breeze orchestrated by a North-Easterly weather system, getting all 4 fleets underway right on schedule.

Despite being the last fleet to start, the beach catamarans boasts the fastest boat on water, as Addiction was the first boat to return from North Angler, leading the pack to Squance and back for the finish. Skipper Jeremy Perrier made serious efforts to adorn his boat with the flags of various nations – what a pretty sight! Coming in 2nd was Balqis II, skippered by Zaheera Hashim. Twisted Creature was a close 3rd, completing the winners for the beach catamaran division.

The Trimaran Division was a competitive group of 7 trimarans, a terrific fleet of corsairs in different configurations. Right at the top, Ding Hao claimed victory in this class, a great result from Campbell Jenkins and team. She emerged on top, beating new entrants SoLuna and experienced teams Miss Visayan and Bula along the way. SoLuna and Miss Visayan claimed 2nd and 3rd respectively, with the trio of Bula, Dot Dot Dot and AbraCaDeborah missing out on podium just seconds behind.

Represented by 20 keelboats, the Non-Ambassadors’ Division was by far the biggest fleet on the course. Soaring right to the top was the indomitable Skybird, carrying dignitaries from the Embassy of Philippines. She performed extremely well, under the firm helmsmanship of SEA Games Medallist Edwin Low and sail trim/tactics from Asian Games Gold Medallist, Teo Wee Chin. She fended off strong advances from the swarm of J24s and Platus, of which Boreas and Balqis emerged victorious on corrected time to claim 2nd and 3rd respectively. Special mention to Jock, Jellico and Notus who were just seconds apart from each other, just missing out on a podium finish.

In the Ambassadors’ Division, we had 3 countries from 2 continents occupying the podium! Having completed the race in 3rd place on corrected time, the Finnish Ambassador reveled in her team’s strong finish, with experienced skipper/owner of Jong Dee Paul Kendall at the helm. The J35 enjoyed faster boat speeds with a freshly painted bottom, securing a well-deserved winners’ trophy in her division. First across the line was H.E. Sarah McGrath from the Embassy of Ireland, sailing with the remarkable Red Rum One. The Archambault 40 also had Irish crew onboard, making it a winning Irish combination! When the numbers were crunched, they slipped to 2nd, beaten by another J, Adona. The J29 sailed a superb race with the Ambassador of Panama, H.E. Enrique Villegas Gonzalez. Her performance awarded Panama and the team from Adona the 2023 Ambassadors’ Cup Challenge Trophy!

Back on shore, the party commenced with signature Colombian culture and flair, from entertainers dressed in traditional Colombian dresses to delicious rum concoctions, the Après Sail drinks set the mood for the evening. Guests for the evening were entertained by the energetic and smooth tunes from Kandela Beats, together with a mesmerizing dance set from native Colombian dancer, Natalia de Castro. Paired with good food and cold beers, it was not long before everyone got moving and grooving on the dance floor.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank Mr Richard Howe and Captain Fatty for generously providing their boats and services for our VIP guests to enjoy the race on water. We would also like to thank the Organizing Committee presided by H.E. Manuel Solano and Chaired by Mr Ad Smit for the successful organization of the 22nd Ambassadors’ Cup. Not forgetting the CSC team working tirelessly over the past few weeks leading up to the event (as well as the volunteer on-site!) It is also of course without doubt that all of the above could not have been possible without the generous support from the following sponsors:

Title Sponsor – Invisiron

Co-Sponsors
Alexseal
Oceanic Link
Marina Technology and Construction
Asia Pacific Breweries (Tiger Beer)
Mr KC Chng
ACE Fish Market
Xtreme Sailing Products
VCT Wines
The Luxury Network & Diplomatic Council

Last but not least, thank you all sailors and distinguished guests for sailing and partying with us this year.

We look forward to inviting everyone back in November 2024 to for the 23rd Ambassadors’ Cup – Bringing the World Together.

Results

22nd AMBASSADORS CUP RESULTS

Invisiron 21st Ambassadors’ Cup 2022

7th November 2022/in Ambassadors Cup, Competitive Racing, Regattas, Sailing/by CSC

After a tumultuous 2 years of Covid restrictions, Changi Sailing Club is delighted to finally resume the annual Ambassadors’ Cup in 2022, celebrating its 21^st Anniversary on Saturday, 5^th November. First introduced in 1999, the event was the brainchild of the late H.E Tony Siddique, a sailing enthusiast and renown figure in the Diplomatic Corps. Now firmly established as the Premier Sailing-Social Event in the local sailing calendar, the Ambassadors’ Cup gathers the Diplomatic and Sailing Community together for a day of sailing and revelry at one of the most scenic locations in Singapore.

H.E Carlos Vasquez of Peru is the presiding Ambassador for the latest edition, and like his predecessors, spared no effort to organize a most memorable celebration of international friendship through sailing.

Racing

A record number of 32 Ambassadors and 44 Embassies participated, spread across the 46 Keelboats in the Ambassadors (32) and Non-Ambassadors Divisions (14). Inclusive of the Cruising Catamaran, Trimaran, Weta and Beach Catamaran Divisions, we had a grand total of 54 boats participating.

In true Ambassadors’ Cup fashion, the day was fraught with a heavy downpour and very light winds. Sailors and Guests were put to the stern test of the Singapore doldrums. Although the skies cleared in time for racing in the afternoon, the winds struggled to gain any momentum, leaving the fleet of 54 on a slow crawl to North Angler and back. The Race Committee eventually made the decision to shorten the course at North Angler – hopeful that the remaining outgoing tide from 2pm-3pm would help most of the fleet to finish.

While effective for the first 11 boats in the Ambassadors Division, the trailing fleet struggled to make it to North Angler, with many retiring once the tide had turned. Placing first both across the line and on handicap correction, H.E. Magdalena Bogdziewicz of Poland sailed a superb race on Born in Fire, skippered by Thomas Reckefuss. Coincidentally, Born in Fire was also the winning boat at the 20^th edition, making it 2 consecutive wins! H.E. Agustin Garcia Lopez Loaeza of Mexico raced hard on Red Rum One, but did not manage to overtake the X99. They however did well enough to score 2^nd place, placing ahead of H.E. Ms Rukhsana Afzaal of Pakistan aboard the majestic Firstlight after corrected time.

In the Non-Ambassadors’ Division, despite the shortened course route, none of the boats were able to finish within the time limit, resulting in executive decision being made to extend the time limit by 20 minutes. With the time extension, Balqis and Team Philippines were the first to cross the line, followed by Team Indonesia on the nimble Notus. Both boats excelled where the cruisers could not – in flat waters and sputtering winds.

Collecting the Multihull divisions was the Cruising Catamaran (Firefly), Beach Catamaran (Addiction), Trimarans (Annupuri, Miss Visayan and Snark) and Weta (Tantrum, Gogga and Delta Flyer) classes. While the Miss Visayan and Snark made a valiant attempt to complete the course, only 6 boats managed to successfully overcome the challenging conditions to finish in their respective classes. Bravo Zulu to Addiction, Annupuri, Firefly and Tantrum for winning in their respective classes.

Unravelling the Revelry

At 4.30pm, with most of the flotilla back on the moorings, a cocktail of Pisco Sours and ice-cold beers awaited on shore, much to the delight of the thirsty sailors. What followed was the Prize-Giving Ceremony – graced by Guest-of-Honour Mr Albert Chua, Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Before the Prize-Giving Ceremony commenced, a photo montage tribute for the late H.E. Tony Siddique was share with all in attendance, serving as a heart-warming reminder of his contributions to this event, greater diplomacy and sailing in Singapore.

Fast-forward to the Party, the FJD Band consisting of an international team helmed by lead vocalist Helga turned up the tempo on the dance floor, belting out popular latinx numbers to get participant grooving through the night – a fitting conclusion for the 21^st Ambassadors’ Cup!

We would like to take this opportunity to thank the following sponsors:

Title Sponsor: Invisiron

Gold Sponsor: Odyssey Marine
Co-Sponsors:

ACE Fish Market
Alexseal
Oceanlink
Asia Pacific Breweries
Mr KC Chng
Mr Patrick Ang
The Luxury Network + Diplomatic Council

Finally, a huge thank you to all sailors and distinguished guests for celebrating the 21^st Ambassadors’ Cup with us!

A special shout out to the visiting yachts for sailing from Clubs and Marinas across the island (and Batam!) to participate, we hope you had a most enjoyable race and party.

Once again from all of us at CSC, thank you for joining us in Bringing the World Together.

Results:

21st AMBASSADORS CUP RESULTS_updated9Nov22

Invisiron Ambassadors’ Cup 2023

Invisiron 21st Ambassadors’ Cup 2022

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