Bermuda's 2024 sporting calendar unveiled

A paradise rendezvous for runners seeking an extraordinary racing experience, the Chubb Bermuda Triangle Challenge includes the picturesque Butterfield Mile, the exhilarating BF&M 10k Run/Walk and the challenging PwC Half or Full Marathon.

Bermuda's allure extends beyond its coastal beauty to the enchanting underwater world. Enthusiasts and explorers are drawn to the island's depths, lured by over 300 shipwrecks submerged in its crystalline waters.

In the east, at the St. Georges Marina and Superyacht Dock, Bermuda Yacht Services offers divers the opportunity to explore the mesmerising Cathedral reef, a hidden gem teeming with caves, canyons, and crevices. Here, the marine world reveals its secrets in vibrant hues and captivating formations. Not far from this underwater wonderland lie two magnificent shipwrecks, the 109-metre Rita Zovetta and the 117-metre Pelinaion, both resting in depths of six to 21 metres.

In contrast, the west unveils its own mysteries at the Hamilton Princess and Beach Club Marina. Divers can explore the legendary Mary Celestia, whose secret cargo of perfume and wine remained hidden for nearly 150 years until its discovery in 2011. Nearby, the Constellation, made famous by Jaws author Peter Benchley's novel 'The Deep,' offers divers a chance to step into the pages of nautical history, surrounded by the beauty and enigma of Bermuda's undersea realm.

May unfurls with sailing excitement as Bermuda plays host to the prestigious Antigua Bermuda Race and the exhilarating SailGP. The Antigua to Bermuda Race, held in conjunction with Antigua Sailing Week, is a testament to Bermuda's resilience and its commitment to reclaiming its spot on the international sailing stage.

Meanwhile, SailGP delivers electrifying high-speed racing, showcasing cutting-edge technology and elite athletes in a captivating battle of precision and skill against the backdrop of Bermuda's paradise.

There is much to offer spectating superyachts, with owners being granted premium positioning through VIP packages in previous years, placing them right at the heart of the action and ensuring they have the best seat in the house to witness the high-speed drama unfold. VIP packages for 2024 are yet to be announced.

Set against the stunning beauty of Bermuda, this elite international track and field event promises a thrilling competition featuring Olympians and world-class athletes. With its perfect blend of natural beauty and state-of-the-art facilities, Bermuda emerges as an ideal training and competing ground. 

June is full of maritime glory as the Newport Bermuda Race unfurls its 635-mile biennial saga. Starting on 21 June 2024 and organised by the Bermuda Race Foundation, this historic race, founded in 1906, epitomises true seamanship. Sailing enthusiasts from across the globe converge to take on the challenge of the open ocean, navigating towards the iconic St. David's Lighthouse. The race's nickname, "the Thrash to the Onion Patch", attests to the exhilarating winds and waves that characterise this prestigious event. 

If the chance of catching a 1,000-pound blue marlin interests you then the Bermuda Big Game Classic, part of the Bermuda Triple Crown Billfish Tournament, is one of the world’s most prestigious billfish tournaments that can deliver just that.

In July, anglers and sport-fishing vessels converge for a thrilling pursuit of record-breaking blue and white marlin. The championship, which awards the boat with the highest point total, promises a spectacle of skill and determination against the backdrop of Bermuda's breath-taking waters. Often hailed as a fisherman's paradise, Bermuda boasts a marine kingdom that lures anglers from all corners of the globe.