Under leaden skies and the lightest of breeze, the 60th Congressional Cup served up high-stakes drama on Saturday as four skippers secured semi-final berths in contrasting style.

It’s the longest-running race of its kind, with world-class skippers and crews competing for the prized crimson blazer.

Four teams are locked in a knife-edge battle for the final semi-final slots at the 60th Long Beach Yacht Club Congressional Cup, with just two flights remaining in the double round-robin stage.

Today marks the start of the Dragon Cup at Vilamoura Sailing, welcoming 25 boats from across the world. This regatta offers ...