Bosphorus Cup Brings Sailing Excitement to the Bosphorus for the 25th Time
The international sailing organization Bosphorus Cup is taking place in Istanbul with its quarter-century history on September 17-19, 2026.
The Bosphorus Cup, one of Istanbul's iconic sports organizations, is celebrating its quarter-century journey with sailing excitement this year. Launched in 2002 by national sailor Orhan Gorbon, the event brings together teams from Turkey and abroad on Istanbul's unique courses.
A Quarter-Century Sailing Tradition
The organization, initiated by national sailor Orhan Gorbon in 2002, is held on Istanbul's unique courses with the participation of numerous teams from Turkey and abroad.
Celebrating its 25th edition this year, the races rank among the city's iconic sports events and are followed with great interest every year.
Three Days of Courses
The race calendar will start off with battles commencing off the coast of Caddebostan on Thursday, September 17, and will witness colorful scenes.
The event will continue on Friday, September 18, on the Princes' Islands course, providing sailing enthusiasts with thrilling moments.
Istanbul Bosphorus Leg
The most anticipated leg of the organization, the Bosphorus Race, will witness the breathtaking struggle of sailboats in the Istanbul Bosphorus on Saturday, September 19.
Finale at Çırağan Palace Kempinski
The excitement of the Bosphorus Race can be followed on September 19 with the VIP Race Viewing Party to be held at Çırağan Palace Kempinski Istanbul, located on the shores of the Istanbul Bosphorus.
Guests will have the opportunity to watch the struggle of the sailboats in this unique atmosphere, and the 25th-year program will conclude with an award ceremony held the same evening.