US Sailing Hall-of-Famer Greg Fisher Returns for Daily Debriefs at Race Week 2026

Charleston/Mt. Pleasant, SC (2026 January 30) - Charleston Race Week at Patriots Point is proud to announce that Greg Fisher will return in 2026 to lead the event’s highly regarded daily debriefs—bringing world-class insight, on-the-water perspective, and thoughtful post-race analysis back to one of North America’s premier keelboat regattas.

A member of the Sailing Hall of Fame and one of the most respected voices in the sport, Fisher will once again be embedded directly into the racing action. Throughout the week, he will be bring reports from the water as they are happening, capturing key moments, discussing tactical decisions, and developing conditions as racing unfolds on Charleston Harbor—alongside accomplished sailing coach, national champion, and industry leader Zack Clayton. Each day is anticipated to conclude with Fisher’s signature debrief sessions, designed to turn real-time racing into meaningful takeaways competitors can immediately apply.

In 2026, the debriefs will expand beyond a single viewpoint. Fisher will be joined by industry leaders and sailing professionals for moderated panel discussions that dig deeper into race management, boat handling, sail selection, strategy, and execution. These sessions have become a hallmark of Charleston Race Week at Patriots Point, offering sailors across all classes a rare opportunity to learn directly from elite minds in a collaborative, accessible setting.

Charleston Race Week at Patriots Point is especially grateful to the event partners who make this enhanced off-the-water experience possible. Sailing Inc. powered by Evolution Sails, continues its strong support of the regatta, helping elevate the educational and media components that complement the racing. Fisher will be joined by Clayton of Dimension-Polyant, another valued top-sponsor whose involvement underscores the event’s deep ties to the performance sailing industry.

These daily debriefs reflect the event’s ongoing commitment to delivering more than just great racing. Thanks to the support of our sponsors and partners, the Charleston continues to provide competitors with added value—bridging the gap between competition, education, and community, both on and off the water.

Greg Fisher’s return in 2026 ensures that sailors can once again expect informed analysis, lively discussion, and a deeper understanding of what it takes to perform at the highest level—all set against the backdrop of racing at Charleston Race Week at Patriots Point.