Samui goes to Hollywood.

Ray Roberts' Team Hollywood continued to do what it does best - win.

After capturing both races today, making it six out of seven in the regatta so far, they have now clinched their second straight Samui Regatta.

Meanwhile, past Sydney-to-Hobart winner Alive took line honours in both races again, achieving victories on elapsed time in every race. However, after factoring in handicaps, they finished third in the first race-a two-lap windward-leeward affair-and secured second place in the coastal race, which passed Koh Kong OK (Group) and the Haad Rin inflatable buoy before finishing.

Terry Foster's Iolanthe 3 also enjoyed a successful day, finishing second in the first race and third in the second race. These results move them into third overall heading into the final day.

The Aftershock Syndicate's Aftershock finished a close fourth, losing out to Alive by just 1 second on corrected time in the first race. Unfortunately, damage to their mainsail prevented them from completing the second race.

As they head into the final day of the 23rd Samui Regatta, after seven races with one drop, Team Hollywood leads with 6 points, ahead of Alive with 12, Iolanthe3 with 19, and Aftershock with 20.

Looking ahead to Saturday, the race committee plans to return to the southern course area. Aftershock will compete with their replacement delivery main, setting up a winner-takes-all shoot-out with Iolanthe3 to claim third overall.

Following the completion of racing, sailors gathered at the Nora Beach Resort, where daily prizes were presented by a representative of the Haad Thip beverage company. The regatta's closing party will be held at The Fair House Beach Resort & Hotel.

This is the 23rd version of the Samui Regatta, which was sailed from May 24 to May 30, 2026. All keelboats race in the same IRC Open class, which adds to the event's prestige on the regional calendar. The Nora Beach Resort and Spa serves as the event's base, providing an ideal backdrop for both participants and spectators.

The Samui Regatta Committee organises the event in collaboration with the Yacht Racing Association of Thailand under the Royal Patronage, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), the Tourism Association of Koh Samui, the Surat Thani Province, and Regatta Asia.

The 23rd' Samui Regatta's sponsors and supporters include Samui Tourism Promotion Association, Nora Beach Resort & Spa, Fair House Beach Resort & Hotel, Regent Chaweng Beach Resort, HaadThip Public Company Limited, Frank Pong's Jelick, UK Sailmakers, Samui Verticolor Hotel, Chaweng Garden Beach Resort, Bangkok Airways, Bangkok Samui Hospital, and the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT). Media Partners include Vivaldi PR, Thailand Marine Guide, and SEA Yachting Magazine.

About the Samui Regatta:
The Samui Regatta is the island's longest-running sporting event. It reinforces Thailand's status as a premier sailing destination and a key stop on the Asian yachting circuit. The event began in 2001 with a modest fleet of beach catamarans. Since then, it has grown remarkably and gained recognition among international sailors.

Regatta Asia organises the event. The regatta aims to increase tourism to Koh Samui, elevate the profile of sailing in Asia, and promote participation in water sports.

For more information on taking part in the Samui Regatta or to register, visit the regatta's website at https://www.samuiregatta.com. For updates, check Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SamuiRegatta.