And a nice second place Club Swan42 for Raving Swan by Jérôme Stubler from SNST 💪
The Nations Trophy 2025 concluded on October 12, 2025 in Saint-Tropez, with the support of the Ville de Saint-Tropez and the Société Nautique de Saint-Tropez, marking the end of an unforgettable week of ClubSwan racing and the grand finale of the Nations League 2025. More than 50 Swan yachts and sailors from over 30 countries enlivened the event, bringing together the entire ClubSwan family, from the brand-new ClubSwan 28s to the Rating fleet, for a spectacular celebration of sport, style and international spirit.
Under sunny skies, Saint-Tropez offered lively onshore entertainment and a light sea breeze that enabled the Race Committee to complete the heats in most classes. Although the winds died down on Sunday, leading to a few cancellations, the energy remained high throughout the week, with tight competition and intense battles in all fleets.
In the ClubSwan 50 class, Germany’s Earlybird (Hendrik Brandis) dominated the overall standings, ahead of Hatari and Cuordileone. In the ClubSwan 36 class, Cuordileone won ahead of Fra Martina and C-Lion, while Nadir won the hotly contested ClubSwan 42. Vargen, representing Monaco, remained unbeaten in the ClubSwan 43 class, and Ulika confirmed her great form by winning the Swan 45 title. The ClubSwan 28 fleet, which has grown impressively this season, crowned Freya (Jay Cross, USA) as champion, ahead of Goombay Smash and Play Bigger, in a class full of Olympic talent.
In the Rating Class, introduced for the first time in this edition of the Nations Trophy, it was Quatre Quarts 4, the French Swan 58, which won the overall ranking thanks to a consistent 2-1 score on two coastal courses. Fujin (Swan 55, Switzerland) followed closely in second place, whileAzzurro, the powerful Italian Swan 78, completed the podium in third. The introduction of the Rating fleet enriched the event, bringing together Swans of different sizes and styles in a shared spirit of performance and elegance.
“It was an emotional week, full of intense moments, but above all a week of pleasure for our shipowners, who thoroughly enjoyed the unique atmosphere of Saint-Tropez,” commented Giovanni Pomati, CEO of Nautor Swan. “I myself took part as a shipowner, to fully experience the Rating fleet, which we brought together for the first time with the One Design fleet. It was a positive experience, uniting the different spirits of the Swan world, underlining once again the strength and energy of this incredible family.”
Germany has won The Nations Trophy 2025 thanks to the combination of Earlybird in the ClubSwan 50 class and Ambra in the Rating division. A victory that perfectly embodies the spirit
of this unique event in Saint-Tropez, the first to bring together the One Design and Rating fleets in a celebration of the performance, teamwork and passion that characterize the ClubSwan universe.
Beyond the regatta, the week was enriched by numerous encounters, the elegance of Saint Tropez and the meticulous hospitality offered by Nautor Swan, ClubSwan Racing and its partners. Once again, the Nations Trophy confirmed that it is not just a high-level competition, but also a celebration of shared values, community and love of the sea.
The Nations League 2025 titles were won by the circuit’s most consistent and competitive teams: Earlybird dominated the season in the ClubSwan 50 class, Pez de Abril took the lead in the ClubSwan 42 despite his absence in Saint-Tropez, Fra Martina claimed victory in the hotly contested ClubSwan 36, while in the ClubSwan 28 it was Marcello who took the Nations League win, and Anya Race was voted Boat of the Year.
“ClubSwan Racing’s 2025 season has been an extraordinary journey, bringing together passionate owners and world-class yachts in exceptional locations and competitive events,” said Luisa Bambozzi, Managing Director of ClubSwan Racing. “It’s been a year marked by performance, elegance and that strong sense of community that makes ClubSwan so special. With our sights now set on the United States and Japan, the 2026 season promises to continue this global adventure.”
The Best Number One trophy was awarded toEarlybird‘s Nick Beulke , in an emotional moment dedicated to the memory of Perhonen‘s iconic Number One, Matteo Auguadro, who tragically died in a mountain accident last January. The trophy, one of his personal harnesses, was presented by Perhonen owner Ross Warburton, symbolizing not only Matteo’s exceptional talent and spirit, but also the deep bonds and mutual respect that unite the ClubSwan community.
As official sponsor of the entire ClubSwan Racing circuit, Rolex has accompanied and supported every stage of this season, reaffirming the shared values of excellence, precision and passion that have linked the brand to Nautor Swan for over 40 years.
At the Nations Trophy, DENZA , BYD‘s premium electric vehicle brand, once again enhanced the onshore experience. A fleet of state-of-the-art vehicles provided a shuttle service for shipowners and their guests throughout the week.
Throughout the 2025 season, ClubSwan Racing offered a series of exceptional events, made possible thanks to the ongoing support of its valued partners. At the Nations Trophy in Saint Tropez, the ClubSwan Lounge was the beating heart of the regatta village, designed in collaboration with
SL Med and Sportmer, providing a convivial space where owners, crews and guests could relax and socialize. The hospitality, entirely provided by ClubSwan Racing and Nautor Swan, reflected the elegance, warmth and shared passion that define this community. A special thanks to all our official partners, who supported us throughout the year, contributing to the success of every event, both on and off the water.
