The Olympic and Paralympic Games 2028 (LA28) announced that Port of Los Angeles will be one of two venues to host 2028 Olympic sailing events. LA28 cited the favorable racing conditions and optimal spectator viewing opportunities offered by the Port’s location. Belmont Shore in the City of Long Beach was also confirmed to host several sailing events during the 2028 Games.
The Port of Los Angeles will host six boat events: Men’s and Women’s Dinghy, Men’s and Women’s Skiff, Mixed Dinghy and Mixed Multihull. Belmont Shore will host four board events: Men’s and Women’s Windsurfing, and Men’s and Women’s Kite.
The announcement marks an historic moment for the Port of Los Angeles. Almost a century ago, it hosted the 1932 Olympic sailing events.
“After close coordination with the Cities of Los Angeles and Long Beach, along with collaboration from World Sailing, we are excited about the opportunity to utilize two of the best locations along the Pacific coastline for sailing competitions in 2028,” said LA28 Chief Executive Officer Reynold Hoover.
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass said, “Sailing has a long history in our city and San Pedro will shine on the world stage”.
Aditionally, to optimize viewership opportunities for the sport and its dedicated fanbase, as well as media and broadcast coverage, the events will be staged consecutively with the boards first up at Belmont Shore in Long Beach, followed by the boat racing portion of the sailing competition at the Port of Los Angeles. The two venues are approximately 10 miles from each other.
