Sponsors and Partners
AZAB 2027 - Sunday 6th June
The Royal Cornwall Yacht Club’s iconic four-yearly Azores and Back (AZAB) Race enters an exciting new era in 2027. Renowned as one of the world’s premier short-handed ocean races, we have ambitious plans to develop it into a more outward-facing event that showcases Cornwall to an international audience.
A new Sunday race start will pave the way for a public open day in Falmouth on the Saturday, bringing the excitement of race weekend to a wider audience. Through the ‘Where the Wind Blows’ and ‘Adopt a Yacht’ initiative, schools and businesses will be able to connect with competing crews and follow their progress throughout the race via real-time yacht tracking.
Proven Partnership Strength
For over a century, the RCYC has delivered nation and international racing at the highest level. Recent highlights including hosting the prestigious Richard Mille Regatta in 2023 and 2024.
As William Collier, an organiser from Richard Mille noted “Ambitious ashore and afloat, we benefitted immensely from the welcome, knowledge and efficiency the Club brought to the racing and social events”
Set sail with us
Setting AZAB apart is the deep genuine connection forged between competitors, sharing knowledge freely and encouraging each other through the challenge. This community, bonded by achievement, adversity and respect, is a compelling story for any company seeking to associate itself with authenticity and human connection.
A Race where Camaraderie Prevails
Alongside the sporting challenge, AZAB 2027 presents a compelling commercial opportunity, with title sponsorship and partnership opportunities that offer both international visibility and genuine local impact.
There are high visibility branding opportunities afloat and ashore, maximising reach and impact, giving you direct access to high value, influential audience beyond the sailing world.
As sponsor or partner, you and your brand will help shape the next chapter of an international event growing in status.
