The 2026 Rolex Swan Cup has assembled a record 170 Swan yachts in Porto Cervo as Nautor Swan marks its 60th anniversary. The fleet spans more than 90 models and several generations of the Finnish builder's sailing yachts, bringing cruising, racing and heritage designs together for the 23rd edition.
A record fleet for the 60th anniversary
Nautor Swan says the 170-boat entry is the largest one-brand gathering in the event's history. The anniversary fleet ranges from early Swan designs through current ClubSwan classes and modern cruising yachts, giving owners a rare side-by-side view of how the brand has evolved over six decades.
Four days of racing in Porto Cervo
Official racing runs from 16 to 19 September after the opening practice programme and the fleet's anniversary gathering on the water. The schedule includes dedicated competition for ClubSwan classes alongside divisions for Swan owners racing both performance-focused and more traditional cruising configurations.
Owner community remains central to the event
The Swan Cup is structured as much around the owner community as the racing itself, with daily gatherings and anniversary events alongside the competition. That format gives owners of older and current Swan models a common event rather than separating the fleet strictly by age or market segment.
Why it matters for LYG sailing owners
Many of the Swan models represented at Porto Cervo sit directly within Luxury Yacht Guide's 12 to 23.99 metre range, including well-known cruiser-racer and ClubSwan designs. The record fleet therefore provides a useful snapshot of active ownership, racing participation and long-term model support across a substantial part of the premium sailing-yacht market.
