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First Race of 1826

When
10 August 1826
Where
Cowes
Part of
First Cowes Regatta held on the Isle of Wight

The inaugural race began on 10 August 1826, offering a £100 Gold Cup prize under the Royal Yacht Club flag.

The event commenced at 09:30 on Thursday, 10 August 1826. It was conducted under the flag of the Royal Yacht Club, which later became the Royal Yacht Squadron. The prize awarded was a Gold Cup valued at £100.

Sources

  1. Cowes Week Wikipedia, revision of 2026-07-21

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