The Cagliari Trophy 2026 opens with an innovative idea: to combine the passion for eSport and the tradition of sailing. The competition, organized by eSailingCup and promoted by AVAS, UISP and ACSI, allows anyone to participate, with a smartphone and a desire to challenge themselves. The first phase takes place online, from 10 September to 11 October, with the free app eSailingCup, while the final will be held on 8 November 2026 in Cagliari. The trophy is proposed as a bridge between digital and real, transforming the best gamers into athletes of tomorrow.
From pixels to helm: the challenge between app and sea
The Cagliari Trophy is divided into two stages: the online qualification and the real final. Participants download the eSailingCup app, available for iOS and Android, and engage in virtual races, where they have to manage wind, maneuvers and sailing rules. The app faithfully reproduces the dynamics of navigation, allowing you to train and improve tactics. No limit to the number of challenges: more races win, more points accumulate in the overall ranking. The top 10 ranked qualify for the final, which will take place in Cagliari, where the participants will be boarded on real high boats.
An event accessible to all, from beginners to experts
Participation in the Cagliari Trophy is open to all, regardless of experience. It is not necessary to have years of experience at the helm, a boat owned or armored tiles: just a smartphone and the desire to challenge other fans. The event is designed for anyone, from young people to veterans, and offers the opportunity to experience sailing differently. The finalists, in particular, will live a weekend immersed in the Sardinian marine culture, with royal regattas, lunches on board and a gala dinner with final award.
The Cagliari Trophy is not only a sporting event, but an initiative that aims to democratize the sail and make known the territory. The goal is to demonstrate that the strategic dynamics of sailing — from the choice of the good edge to the control of the opponents — remain fascinating regardless of the way it approaches. Moving the best gamers from the sofa to the cockpit of a real boat allows to make the sea live close to those who, perhaps, would never have had the opportunity. The event, born from the initiative of AVAS and promoted by UISP and ACSI, embodies a contemporary and inclusive spirit, combining passion, technology and tradition. To register and consult the full regulation, visit esailingcup.com/cagliari-trophy.php. The sea of Cagliari awaits you: first on screen, then at the helm.