US Sailing recognizes that the software-related issue affecting the corrected-time calculations in the 2026 Newport Bermuda Race has had a significant impact on competitors, race officials, and the broader sailing community. We sincerely apologize for the role we played in what was a complex and multifaceted situation.
The issue resulted from an error in the routing software used to generate the fleet’s forecasted Time Correction Factors (TCFs). Once the issue was identified, race organizers, technical officials, and scoring personnel worked alongside US Sailing to verify the error and produce corrected-time calculations. Updated standings reflecting those corrected calculations were subsequently provided to race organizers.
We are also aware of the International Jury’s decision to reinstate the original results in accordance with the governing race documents.
From the moment the issue was identified, US Sailing worked proactively with the software provider, rating authorities, and race officials to understand the issue, validate the corrected calculations, and provide support throughout the process.
The use of TCFs is relatively new, and we will continue working closely with the software provider, rating authorities, race organizers, and other stakeholders to review what occurred, strengthen validation processes, and identify measures to help prevent similar issues in future events.
US Sailing remains committed to supporting race organizers with reliable technology, transparent processes, and fair competition standards.
Official Newport Bermuda Race website: bermudarace.com