Media Program

*The below schedule is provisional and subject to change. Please check back regularly for updates.

SAILGP x SURF ABU DHABI //
Tuesday, November 25, 07:00-11:00
Location: Surf Abu Dhabi, Hudayriyat Island, Al Hidayriyyat Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
About: As part of the build up to the Grand Final, SailGP will engage in a special sport crossover with Surf Abu Dhabi. Watch and interact with athletes from across SailGP’s 12 national teams as they take to the water in a different way, testing their surfing skills at Abu Dhabi’s impressive wave pool.
RSVP: To attend, email rbangs@sailgp.com

IMPACT LEAGUE WINNER ANNOUNCEMENT //
Wednesday, November 26
About: A global-first in sport, the Impact League tracks and rewards teams not just for their performance on the water, but also for their leadership and commitment to positive action across society. Now in its fourth season, the Impact League uses globally recognised frameworks to measure and celebrate each team’s contributions beyond racing. SailGP’s 2025 Season Impact League winner will be announced ahead of the Grand Final. For media wishing to speak to SailGP’s Chief Purpose Officer, Fiona Morgan, and/or the winning team, please email tredbond@sailgp.com.

OPENING GRAND FINAL PRESS CONFERENCE //
Thursday, November 27, 9:30-11:00
Location: Surf Abu Dhabi, Hudayriyat Island, Al Hidayriyyat Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
About: The SailGP Opening Grand Final Press Conference will set the scene for the winner-takes-all weekend ahead. If you have specific media requests for interviews, please email media@sailgp.com to identify requirements in advance. Without a request, we cannot guarantee athletes and executives will be present.

OCEAN IMPACT PROJECT //
Thursday, November 27, 10:00-11:00
Location: Emirates GBR Team Base, SailGP Tech Site, Freeport 1, Mina Zayed, Abu Dhabi
About: For the final project of 2025, meet the co-founders of Aquaai – a cutting edge robotics company building fully autonomous, AI-driven drones, that are dramatically reducing the costs of ocean health and biodiversity monitoring. Join the team from Acquaai and SailGP athletes as they unveil their new Fish-as-a-Service technology.
RSVP: To attend, email media@sailgp.com.

GRAND FINAL PHOTO CALL //
Friday, November 27, 09:45-10:15
Location: SailGP Tech Site, Freeport 1, Mina Zayed, Abu Dhabi
About: Athletes from all 12 teams will gather for an official photo opportunity on the eve of the Grand Final before practice racing. Photographers and film crews are invited to capture this opportunity and written media can also observe.
RSVP: To attend, email media@sailgp.com.

TRAINING & PRACTICE RACING //
Thursday, November 27 & Friday, November 28
Media Center opening times: 12:00-16:30
Practice race times: Free training (Thursday) & Official Practice Race 14:00-15:30 (Friday)
Location: SailGP Media Center, Freeport 1, Mina Zayed, Abu Dhabi
About: Teams will be practicing on the water prior to competition. Media are able to view and capture assets from the shore.

RACE-DAY MEDIA CENTER //
Saturday, November 29 & Sunday, November 30
Media Center opening times: 11:00-18:30
Race times: 14:00-15:30
Location: SailGP Media Center, Freeport 1, Mina Zayed, Abu Dhabi
About: Access to the SailGP Race Stadium is with a media accreditation pass. Media will have the opportunity to interview athletes post-raced in our Media Mixed Zone after racing has concluded each day, including the Rolex SailGP Championship winners. Prize giving will start immediately after the racing has finished on Sunday and will take place at the SailGP Race Stadium.

MEDIA TEAM BASE TOUR //
Saturday November 29, 11:30-12:15
Location: SailGP Tech Site, Freeport 1, Mina Zayed, Abu Dhabi
About: Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the SailGP Tech Site, where you'll get a rare glimpse into the cutting-edge technology and teamwork that power the most exciting racing on water. You must wear closed-toe shoes at the Tech Site.
RSVP: To attend, email media@sailgp.com.