Vote Now! Photography shortlisted for the Yacht Racing Image Awards

The Yacht Racing Image Awards returns this year, celebrating the artistry and skill behind the best images in racing photography. Known for capturing the excitement, grit, and beauty of this sport, the award invites professional photographers from around the globe to submit images that capture the essence of yacht racing.

This year, photographers from the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race and Clipper Events have submitted exceptional images that stand as a testament to the challenge undertaken by the crew racing on the Clipper 68s and 70s.

Show your support and vote for your favourite image!

Each shot offers a glimpse into the world of offshore sailing and big boat racing, showcasing the endurance, thrill and wild conditions experienced by the crew. Read the story behind each photo and cast your vote for the image that best captures the passion of our incredible sport.

The entries

Photographer: Tiger Brisius, Clipper 2023-24 Race On Board Reporter

Vote for Tiger Brisius’s image here.

Event: Clipper 2023-24 Race - Leg 1, Stage 2 (Puerto Sherry, Spain to Punta del Este, Uruguay)

Location: Atlantic Ocean, 65 nm ENE of Punta del Este

About the Image:

“What I like about this picture is how well it captures both the endurance of the offshore sailor and the raw, relentless power of nature. This photo was taken on the 26th day of racing from Spain to Uruguay. It was a significant race for our team as we were sailing into our home port of Yacht Club Punta del Este, and as you can imagine, the stakes were high! The team had been pushing very hard throughout the entire leg, and by the time we were nearing Uruguay, fatigue was starting to settle in. As we approached, the weather shifted dramatically—the temperature dropped, and we encountered a powerful weather system known as a Pampero. The winds howled, and the seas became rough. In the shallow waters off Uruguay, we found ourselves tacking for what felt like an eternity, with angles close to 170-180 degrees for a while. The boat and crew were slammed by short, steep waves, and every moment felt like a test of endurance. Despite the punishing conditions, the team’s persistence paid off. We crossed the finish line five hours ahead of second place, and that night, Uruguayan sailing history was made. Our Punta del Este-born Skipper, Nano Antia, won into his hometown, breaking a ten-year-long home-boat curse with our win. It was a victory earned through resilience and determination—a vivid reminder of the challenges sailors face and the resilience required to overcome them.”

About the Photographer:

Tiger is a yacht racing photographer fueled by his lifelong passion for the ocean and sailing. Growing up in Stockholm’s archipelago, he developed a love for adventures on the water through early experiences sailing dinghies and catamarans. Many know him as one of the OBRs in the Clipper 2023-24 Race, capturing the excitement and challenges of yacht racing that make these events memorable.

Photographer: Meredith Rodgers, Clipper 2023-24 Race On Board Reporter

Vote for Meredith Rodgers’s image here.

Event: Clipper 2023-24 Race - Leg 5, Stage 6 (Airlie Beach, Australia to Ha Long Bay, Viet Nam)

Location: South China Sea

About the Image:

“I love that this photo features a woman in sailing as the main focus. Also, the perfect timing of the headtorch shining behind her makes it a very special image for me.”

About the Photographer:

Meredith was an OBR in the Clipper 2023-24 Race, sailing 40,000 nautical miles around the world. Her passion for photography in the sailing world is relatively new but has allowed her to explore the world of sailing, a fascination she’s held since childhood.

Photographer: Paul Wyeth

Vote for Paul Wyeth’s image here.

Event: Knox-Johnston Cup 2024

Location: The Needles, Isle of Wight, South Coast UK

About the Image:

“This was taken during some very testing conditions on Clipper Events’ flagship race, the Knox-Johnston Cup. This event saw a fleet of Clipper 68s and Clipper 70s race around the Isle of Wight, an iconic racecourse, in some challenging conditions. I was shooting from my rib in 35+ knots of wind and a rough sea state, capturing CV3 Adventurous through The Needles, perfectly conveying the conditions of the day.”

About the Photographer:

Paul’s interest in photography began while studying for a design degree, though his passion quickly took him from the desk to outdoor pursuits. Living on the Isle of Wight, Paul has always been close to the sea. Over the past 17 years, his images have graced countless magazine covers for clients around the globe.

“Shooting on the water involves working from different types of boats, as well as using helicopters and drones. My work has expanded to corporate, property, and sports photography, but shooting on the water will probably always be at the heart of what I do. If you can shoot in the harsh marine environment, you can pretty much shoot anywhere!” says Paul.