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2025 Morgan Cup Race Preview - Casquets, currents and castles

by Royal Ocean Racing Club 22 Jun 18:39 UTC 27 June 2025
Morgan Cup Race © Paul Wyeth / RORC

The Morgan Cup Race is the tenth race of the RORC Season's Points Championship—the world's largest offshore racing series. It is also the fourth race of the inaugural Cowes Offshore Racing Series.

Over 100 boats are expected to be on the Yacht Squadron Line with crew competing from 24 different nations.

Tides, traffic, and a timeless finish

While the Morgan Cup course is fairly direct, competitors will be limited in how far west they can go as they will have to keep clear of the Casquets TSS northwest of Alderney, as well as negotiating the numerous rocks and powerful tides around the Channel Islands.

St Peter Port, Guernsey provides the perfect finish with the fleet likely to cross the line within sight of the imposing Castle Cornet, which has stood guard over the historic town for over 900 years.

Entry List here

Morgan Cup Crew Supper

A relaxed crew supper for competitors, family, and friends will be held at the RORC Cowes Clubhouse from 19:00 on Thursday 26th June.. It's a great chance to connect ahead of the race start. Early booking is recommended.

How to follow the race:

  • First Start: 27 June 13:10 BST
  • The RORC Fleet will be in the starting area from about midday with excellent views on Cowes Parade.
  • Race Tracking: All boats are equipped with YB Trackers. Follow live at: yb.tl/morgancup2025#
  • Results & Updates: Near real-time results via www.SailRaceHQ.com
  • Social Media: Use #RORCRacing to follow across Facebook, Instagram, and X.

The Morgan Cup: a timeless contest with Royal Thames tradition

The Morgan Cup is one of the more unusual RORC races. While organised and run by the Club, all the trophies, including the prestigious Morgan Cup trophy itself, donated in 1929 by a member of the JP Morgan banking dynasty, are held and awarded by the Royal Thames Yacht Club. This arrangement is long standing; the Club has assisted in its running since the 1930s.

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