Top 19 race photos from the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta 2017

A gentle kite reach into the Passo delle Bisce saw side by side racing for the Wally 80s.

The Sardinian sun lights up Inouï's distinctive green hull as she sales under a tight spinnaker on the Costa Smeralda.

It’s Magic Carpet 3 vs Galateia as the fleet spreads out downwind against the stunning backdrop of the Sardinian coastline.

The Wally 80s beat back to round Capo Ferro light in gentle conditions on day three of the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta 2017.

Nahita pressing hard with maximum concentration from the kit trimmers as the yachts reach the Monaci islets.

It was neck-and-neck all day in the Wally fleet with boats jostling for position until Nahita took the win at the very last moment.

Teams raced hard and fast with every second counting during day two - as this image of Galateia cutting through the waves attests.

The recently delivered 33 metre Vitters Ribelle powers upwind as she prepares for her spinnaker hoist during the yacht's debut race at the Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta.

Racing is close as the fleet prepares to turn south at Monaci islets before a final battle to the finish line.

Galateia's experienced crew show off their skill as the yacht is pictured under spinnaker and staysail making best speed around the course.