The VX One International Class Association has advised that World Sailing has officially recognised the VX One as an International Class, following a vote by the World Sailing Council at its recent Annual Conference.
“We’re thrilled to receive this recognition,” said Jeff Eiber, president of the VX One Class Association. “It opens the door for all sailors — from weekend warriors to Olympic champions — to compete in officially recognized World Championships in one of the most exhilarating and rewarding high-performance one-design boats around.”
Since its debut, the VX One has captured the hearts of sailors across the performance spectrum. Named Sailing World’s “Overall Boat of the Year” and “Best One Design” and Sail Magazine’s “Best Boat” in 2012, the VX One has since built vibrant fleets in five continents, worldwide. Its appeal lies in its unique combination of high-speed excitement, tactical challenge, and pure sailing fun, paired with the unmatched camaraderie that defines its community.
The VX One’s success is driven by its design philosophy: a fast, responsive, hybrid dinghy-keelboat, that keeps sailing simple and easy. The boats are built by high-performance Olympic-class boat builders, Mackay Boats and Ovington Boats. Whether you’re a weekend sailor looking for thrilling performance, a high-performance racer chasing precision, or an Olympic sailor craving close, tactical competition — the VX One delivers.
The prestigious recognition from World Sailing marks a major milestone for the VX One sportsboat and its passionate community of sailors worldwide. Earning international status is no small feat. It requires a rigorous and comprehensive process that demonstrates the Class’s strength, structure, and truly global reach. To qualify, a class must maintain an active owners association with a formal constitution and technical rules, as well as strong, consistent racing activity across multiple continents.
The VX One Class is now eligible to host official World Championships sanctioned by World Sailing, as well as to use internationally appointed Race Officers and officials. This ensures events are run to the highest standards of fairness and professionalism.
With World Sailing recognition now secured, the Class Association is turning its focus to planning its inaugural World Championship, set for early 2027. Potential venues are currently under review, with announcements to follow in the coming months.
“This is a landmark achievement for the VX One community,” added IP holder, Mackay Boats, John Clinton. “We’ve built a high-performance boat that brings together sailors from every corner of the sport that share a passion for fast, one-design sailing. Achieving World Sailing status recognizes that strength and sets the stage for an exciting new era.”
For more information about the VX One and its expanding global community, visit vxsailing.com.
