Dubai to Muscat Sailing Race concludes on high note

The 32nd edition of the Aramex Dubai to Muscat Sailing Race has made history, delivering an unforgettable 360+ nautical mile challenge that tested everysailor's skill, endurance, and determination. This year's race was one for the record books: all 26 boats that started the race crossed the finish line—a first in the event's 32-year history. Even more remarkably, every boat finished within 24 hours of one another, with the entire fleet completing the course in under three days.

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It wasn't just the results that stood out. The 2025 race saw a record-breaking 121 sailors from diverse backgrounds take part, including an all-female crew, the youth boat Twister, crewed mostly by sailors under 20, made their mark with impressive tenacity and teamwork, and several international teams including an entry from Qatar, marking a new milestone for the race's growing regional reach.

"This year's race wasn't just about the numbers—it was about the people and the stories behind them," said Ed Shiffner, DOSC Rear Commodore. "From the youth crew showing incredible maturity and resilience to the veterans pushing harder than ever, this race had it all. And for the first time, we saw every boat cross that finish line in record time—a moment we won't forget."