J/70 Turkey Tour 2026 – 2nd Leg: Captain Haddock Cup Concludes in Istanbul

A Strong Start to the 2026 J70 Turkey Tour Season in Bodrum

13 April 2026

Published by Feyruz Aşkar on 4 May 2026

J/70 Turkey Tour 2026 – 2nd Leg: Captain Haddock Cup Concludes in Istanbul

The second leg of the J/70 Turkey Tour 2026 season was successfully completed in Istanbul with the Captain Haddock Cup. One of Turkey’s most competitive sailing series, the tour once again delivered high-level racing and intense competition in this stage.

Held on the challenging waters of Istanbul, teams faced shifting wind conditions and tactical battles throughout the races. As a crucial leg of the season, valuable points were at stake, making every race highly significant for the overall standings.

In the overall rankings, Nautique Yachting secured first place, followed by Ameera Jet in second and Bars Sailing Team in third. The tight competition among the leading teams stood out throughout the event.

In the Corinthian category, MAYK claimed first place, with Orient Express finishing second and On The Rockss taking third.

The Captain Haddock Cup stood out not only for its strong organization but also for the high level of competition, highlighting the growing intensity of the 2026 J/70 Turkey Tour season.

Bringing together passion for the sea and strong team spirit, all competing crews delivered remarkable performances, providing spectators with exciting and memorable moments.

The J/70 Turkey Tour will continue to offer thrilling racing action in the upcoming legs.

Feyruz Aşkar

Feyruz Aşkar is a digital product strategist and software architect specializing in high-performance platforms for the yachting, maritime, and luxury manufacturing industries. As a key team member at Bilişim Atölyesi, he has led and contributed to the development of custom CRM systems, yacht configurator platforms, and engineering tools used by global brands. With a strong focus on UX-driven architecture, real-time systems, and domain-specific solutions, Feyruz combines technical expertise with a deep understanding of operational needs in highly specialized industries. His work enables brands to streamline complex processes—from yacht configuration and sales tracking to noise and vibration analysis in vessel engineering.