Racing towards Sassnitz: SailGP's journeys set sail - Race Formula 1 with star-studded lineup: SailGP heading to Sassnitz
SailGP, the high-speed, high-tech international sailing league, is set to make its German debut on August 16 and 17 in the picturesque harbour town of Sassnitz, located on Germany's largest island, Rügen. This event marks a significant moment for the league and the German SailGP Team, who aim to make a strong statement in the competition.
The SailGP league, launched in 2019 by five-time America's Cup winner and Olympic champion Russell Coutts and Oracle founder Larry Ellison, is often compared to Formula 1 for its intense competition, technological innovation, and global reach. The league features co-ed teams from multiple countries competing in short, adrenaline-fueled races in iconic locations worldwide.
In the Sassnitz event, spectators can watch the action from XL tribunes, with up to 20,000 visitors expected to attend. The event will be under the patronage of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern's Minister President Manuela Schwesig. Broadcaster ZDF will live-stream the event, giving fans across Germany the opportunity to follow the competition closely.
The Germany SailGP Team, led by Olympic bronze medalist Erik Kosegarten-Heil, is based in the foundation of communication technology entrepreneur Thomas Riedel and four-time Formula 1 World Champion Sebastian Vettel. The team has had a challenging season so far, currently sitting in eleventh place with a historically high penalty point total following several training collisions. However, the team is determined to make a strong showing in Sassnitz.
In addition to the main competition, the SailGP event in Sassnitz will also feature an inclusive sailing regatta, supporting the league's commitment to promoting the sport to a wider audience. The league also includes a sustainability league, the Impact League, for environmental and social engagements.
Four-time Formula 1 World Champion Sebastian Vettel will honour the winners of the Sassnitz event on August 14, further underlining the league's global appeal and star-studded roster, which includes stars such as Kylian Mbappé.
The SailGP league's current fifth season has a prize money of twelve million US dollars, and the team licenses are currently valued at more than three times the original amount. The bidding competition for teams 13 and 14 for the next SailGP season is underway, with expectations of 60 to 70 million US dollars being paid for the team licenses.
The Sassnitz event is seen as a key moment to promote sailing in Germany and develop the German SailGP team. With its combination of technology, elite athletes, and dramatic racing, SailGP is a cutting-edge global sailing competition that is sure to captivate audiences and leave a lasting impact on the sport in Germany.
Sports enthusiasts in Germany and beyond can place sports-betting wagers on the high-profile SailGP event in Sassnitz, where four-time Formula 1 World Champion Sebastian Vettel will honor the winners.anticipated attendees of up to 20,000 spectators are encouraged to watch the thrilling competition between global teams, including the German SailGP Team, in this picturesque harbor town on August 16 and 17.
