Bella Mente Sets Course for Fort Lauderdale to Key West

Bella Mente heads into the SORC Fort Lauderdale to Key West Race, starting January 15, 2026, with strong momentum following a standout December performance. Hap Fauth’s Maxi 74 led the Wirth M. Munroe Palm Beach Offshore Race, taking First to Finish, the Navigators Trophy, and First in Class honors as part of the team’s annual offshore training block.

Next up is the iconic 160-nautical-mile run from Fort Lauderdale to Key West—one of the most anticipated races in the SORC Sailing Islands in the Stream Series. With Gulf Stream strategy, high speeds, and a competitive fleet, the race is a key early-season test.

Follow Bella Mente’s progress throughout the race via the official SORC Race Tracker and on Bella Mente Racing’s Facebook and Instagram channels for live updates, onboard moments, and results as the team charges south to Key West.