SailGP, the global racing championship that’s redefining sailing, launched a new mixed reality app today - 'SailGP RaceScape XR' - ahead of the Germany Sail Grand Prix hitting the Sassnitz shores this weekend (August 16-17).
A first-of-its-kind XR experience in sail racing, the RaceScape XR app allows fans around the world to get closer to the action than ever before. Designed for Apple Vision Pro, the app will be available via Apple’s Vision Pro store, bringing global fans a front-row seat to every event of the Rolex SailGP Championship.
The cutting-edge technology provides fans with:
- Multi-Screen Viewing: A World Feed, UmpApp, and team onboard videos in the palm of your hand, with live race data and leaderboards showcasing live results
- AR Tabletop Racing: Real-time boat positioning and tactical data, alongside ghost boat competitors put the viewer right in the virtual race-course
- Team Selection: Instantly switch between on board video in the each of the boats in the F50 fleet
- Live Data Integration: Access real-time and historical race metrics for full replay of all the event action
Matt Lord, Director of Technology & Digital Systems at SailGP said: “We are excited to launch RaceScape XR and this new XR experience for fans, ahead of the Germany Sail Grand Prix | Sassnitz this weekend. We’re continually pushing the boundaries on our digital fan experience and development of cutting edge technology to bring our Grand Prix events to life for our fans, and provide them with the ability to truly immerse themselves in the heart of the racing action.”
RaceScape has been built on SailGP’s industry-leading production technology - LiveLine. The patented in-house broadcast graphics package, which powers the storytelling of SailGP and demystifies the sport, has enabled the championship to broaden its fanbase. The technology, which has received numerous accolades including an Emmy Award, has helped underscore SailGP’s reputation as one of the most innovative leagues in sport.
By combining the world's most exciting racing on water with cutting-edge extended reality technology, SailGP is pushing the boundaries of how fans connect with the sport, whether on the shoreline or remotely. Already this year, the 2025 season had become the most technologically advanced in sailing history through a number of technological innovations, ranging from AI-powered race marks and AI-powered anti-crash technology to virtual reality fan experiences and real-time 3D tabletop racing viewers.
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