WASZP All-Stars Invitational - Where the Best WASZP Sailors Rise!

by WASZP Class 10 Nov 17:44 UTC March 17-18, 2025

The next generation of professional sailors will gather in Pensacola in 2026 for the inaugural WASZP All-Stars Invitational. This new international championship will bring together the finest WASZP dinghy foilers from around the world.

Staged just before the 2026 International WASZP Games, the event will feature up to 20 of the fastest male and female sailors competing for a US$10,000 prize pool and the titles of WASZP All Stars Champions, setting a new benchmark in foiling performance.

The WASZP All-Stars is the ultimate showcase — bringing together the best WASZP sailors from around the world to battle it out on the big stage.

This exclusive, invitation-only event is where talent meets opportunity. Top performers from key qualifying events will take their place on the start line, representing the next generation of foiling champions.

Fast-paced sprint racing, a world-class fleet and high-energy storytelling will make the WASZP All-Stars Invitational a must-watch event — on and off the water. It's not just about winning; it's about being seen, making your mark and rising as one of the sport's future stars.

Key Features:

• Invitation-only event.

• US$10,000 Prize Pool: A new standard in dinghy foiling.

• High-Intensity Sprint Racing: Two days of intense competition designed to thrill sailors and spectators alike.

• Global qualification through key pathway regattas.

• Strong focus on storytelling, media and athlete profiles.

• A showcase of talent for professional teams.

The WASZP All-Stars will cement itself as the pinnacle pathway event in dinghy foiling, spotlighting the sailors who are shaping the future of the sport.

"Selection for the WASZP All-Stars is a badge of honour — the mark of a rising foiling talent. Only the best emerging sailors in the world earn their place." Martin Evans, WASZP Class Manager

From Inspire to All Stars: The Next Step Toward Professional Sailing

The WASZP All-Stars Invitational is a natural evolution from the SailGP Inspire Program, which, since 2022, has provided a global stage for young foilers and introduced a generation of athletes to high-performance sailing. With WASZP's transition to World Sailing Class status under way, the All-Stars Invitational represents the next step towards formalising the class's foiling pathway and giving talented sailors a recognised high-profile platform to compete on the international stage. WASZP acknowledges the incredible impact of the SailGP Inspire program in creating opportunities for young foiling sailors and providing a launchpad into professional racing — something both organisations have championed since the partnership was first established. While details of SailGP's future involvement in All Stars events are still to be confirmed, WASZP remains committed to continuing collaboration to foster youth development and strengthen the dinghy foiling pathway worldwide.

A Permanent Stage for future talent

The WASZP All-Stars Invitational will become a permanent fixture on the WASZP calendar, serving as the annual crescendo to the global WASZP season. The event harnesses a key value of the WASZP Class - Opportunity. It celebrates how far the dinghy foiling community has come, building on the Inspire foundation to deliver a world-class championship that showcases athletes for the next stage in their careers.

Value Proposition for Partners

The WASZP All-Stars Invitational is more than a race—it is a global platform that benefits every part of the foiling community.

• For athletes, it provides international exposure and a clear pathway toward professional sailing, showcasing the next generation of champions on a world stage.

• For sponsors and partners, it offers powerful visibility through video coverage, social media and integrated promotion surrounding both the WASZP All-Stars Invitational and the WASZP Games.

• For fans and supporters, it delivers an accessible, high-energy event that connects a passionate global audience with the sport's most exciting foiling talent.

Together, these elements create shared growth, innovation and opportunity within one of sailing's fastest growing and most dynamic classes.

The WASZP All-Stars Invitational stands as a defining moment for the future of foiling. With a US$10,000 prize pool, an elite field of international competitors and a global platform for sponsors and fans alike, the WASZP All-Stars Invitational will highlight the next generation of professional sailors and secure its place as a significant marker on the world racing calendar.

Being named an All-Star is a statement: you're one of the best. Earn your place. Make your mark. Become a WASZP All-Star.