XR 41 Wins ORC World Championship 2025

Double Podium for X-Yachts in Class B

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Tuesday 19th August 2025

XR 41 Takes the ORC Worlds by Storm

Double Podium for X-Yachts in Class B

August 16, 2025 | Tallinn, Estonia

The Garmin ORC World Championship 2025 has come to a spectacular close in Tallinn, Estonia — and the results speak for themselves. The XR 41 and FORMULA X have delivered on a bold ambition set just 18 months ago: to build a boat capable of winning at the highest level.

Not only did FORMULA X, skippered by Jesper Radich, take the overall win in Class B — the XR 41 also secured second place with DIXI 5, helmed by Erik Stannow, and fourth with EXCITER, sailed by Jens Kuphal. A dominant performance in a world-class fleet of 22 entries.

With three XR 41s in the top four, the message is clear: X-Yachts builds winners.

This isn’t just a championship title — it’s the confirmation of a vision,

- says CEO Kræn B. Nielsen.

“We set out to build a boat that could win the ORC Worlds. And we delivered.”

With the title clinched even before the final race, the result reflects a powerful combination of smart sailing (rather: smart sailing), crew work, and a design that has proven itself in all conditions — especially downwind, where the XR 41 consistently outpaced the fleet.

 

Class B – Final Results

Rank Yacht Name Skipper Type Points
1 FORMULA X Jesper Radich XR 41 9.0
2 DIXI 5 Erik Stannow XR 41 14.0
3 WINDWHISPER44 Marcin Sutkowski GS 44P 17.0
4 EXCITER Jens Kuphal XR 41 22.5
5 ARABELA Raimondas Šiugždinis Italia 11.98 37.0
6 OLYMPIC Tiit Vihul X-41 mod. 41.0
7 FANATIC 2 Ain-Eke Jalasto Italia 11.98 48.0
8 FORTE Jaak Jõgi X-41 51.0
9 SHADOW Harles Liiv J-112E 59.0
10 XINI FREEDOM Martin Estlander X-41 62.0

Series Class B Overall Results

From Vision to Victory

Eighteen months ago, X-Yachts set a bold goal: to build a new race yacht capable of winning the ORC Worlds. That journey — from concept to water to world champion — is now complete.

“Every detail in the XR 41 — every hour spent on development, construction, and testing — led us to this result,” says Kræn.

This title belongs to the sailors, the design team, the production crew, and every X-Yachts employee.

With four XR 41s entered, three finishing in the top four, and FORMULA X sealing the championship before the final race, one thing is clear: the XR 41 is a proven winner — and a signal of a new era in pure performance.

Strong X-Fleet in Class C

In Class C, a competitive fleet of 34 yachts included seven X-Yachts models, with strong showings throughout the series. Represented were:

  • Four X-35s
  • One X-35 mod.
  • One X-34

The top-placed X-Yacht was TE KYLA (LTU), finishing 7th overall, with NIDA III (LTU) and MY-CAR (EST) also showing flashes of form across the offshore and inshore racing.

While the XR 41 performance in Class B drew headlines, the consistent presence of X models in Class C underlines the enduring competitiveness and versatility of X-Yachts designs.

 

Class C – Final Top 10

Rank Yacht Name Skipper Type Points
1 GARMIN TEAM PRO4U Patrik Forsgren First 36.7 mod. 9.0
2 KATARIINA II Aivar Tuulberg Arcona 340 19.0
3 CHEYENNE Anders Helmrich Farr 30 20.0
4 SUGAR Sandro Montefusco Italia 9.98 F 21.0
5 AMSERV TOYOTA ST Margus Žuravljov First 36.7 mod. 28.0
6 JAZZ Tarmo End First 35 47.5
7 TE KYLA Algirdas Žižys X-35 mod. 51.5
8 DIA Tauras Rymonis Neo 350 62.0
9 LOW Juhani Railo First 34.7 64.0
10 CHERIE Alar Volmer First 35 70.0

Series Class C Overall Results

Even in a highly mixed fleet, classic X-Yachts models continue to demonstrate top-tier performance — a testament to their timeless design and build quality.

 

A Milestone Moment

This championship win isn’t just a trophy — it’s a defining moment for X-Yachts.

“This victory gives us a story that resonates far beyond the marina,” says Kræn.

It brings global recognition, opens doors in new markets, and confirms what we’ve always known: X-Yachts builds world-class race yachts.

To the sailors, the design team, the production specialists, and every employee at X-Yachts: Congratulations. You made this possible.

We are proud to say: X-Yachts XR 41 is the 2025 ORC World Champion.

 

Stay Tuned

The X-Yachts FORMULA X Racing Team has been followed by a videographer throughout the week, capturing every moment of their journey to victory.

Stay tuned for the final episode of the XR 41 documentary, coming soon on the X-Yachts YouTube channel:🔗 X-Yachts Official YouTube

🎥 Watch the first two episodes now!

Episode 2: https://youtu.be/1BdAyXxwPMQ

Episode 2: https://youtu.be/55KI5z4E27s

 

Learn More About ORC Worlds Championships

👉 Click here to view the full list of entries.

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