On April 7th, the Voiles de Saint Barth successfully ended its third edition after a week of spirited competition and a race that had sailors navigating around the small island. A mix of other courses rounded out the regatta program, attended by a competitive group of amateurs and family racers. With 65 entries – among them America's Cuppers, round-the-world ocean racers, private yacht owners and a duffle bag-wielding group of sailors from the ranks of Olympic athletes – the participants celebrated the end of the Caribbean winter season, honing their practical sailing skills on the growing circuit of Caribbean regattas.  

The Voiles de Saint Barth regatta may be considered the 'little sister', not yet having reached the reputation of the St. Barth’s Bucket that has taken place every March for 17 editions. Whereas the St. Barth's Bucket is an institutional happening, kicking off the Caribbean sailing fun and well known for its socialising and holiday character rather than competitive sailing credentials, the Voiles de Saint Barth is about competition and winning the class. Those who succeeded received a limited edition Richard Mille watch – only 100 in existence – with a titanium case, yellow crown and yellow numbers on the turning bezel. With a prize like that, these keen sailors had an appetite for bringing the race home.