BPI Signature Yacht Race Series S4 sets sail; celebrates S3 champ

Insider Spotlight

• Season 4 launches under the theme “Legacy of the Seas,” highlighting competitive sailing and marine conservation
• Raw Honey, skippered by James Villareal, clinches the overall Season 3 championship following strong performances across multiple regattas
• BPI Private Wealth strengthens its partnership with WWF-Philippines to promote marine conservation alongside Philippine sailing
  
  
  
  

BPI Private Wealth has launched Season 4 of its Signature Yacht Race Series (SYRS), bringing competitive sailing to premier Philippine destinations while celebrating Raw Honey as the overall champion of Season 3.

The new season, themed “Legacy of the Seas,” will feature races across Corregidor, Subic, Boracay, and Busuanga, reinforcing efforts to position the Philippines as a world-class sailing destination.

Why it matters

The series combines competitive sailing with environmental stewardship, supporting the development of Philippine sailing while promoting the protection of marine ecosystems.

BPI Wealth president and CEO Maria Theresa Marcial emphasized the importance of building a sailing community committed to preserving the country's waters.

“For us, sailing has always been about more than the race itself. It brings people together through a shared passion, challenges us to push our limits, and reminds us of our responsibility to protect the waters that make these experiences possible,” Marcial said.

Championship spotlight

Raw Honey, skippered by James Villareal, secured the overall Season 3 championship after recording multiple victories, including first place in the IRC Class at the BPI Subic Regatta.

Other notable performers included Papaya, skippered by Renie Ticzon, which won the Cruising Class at the BPI Busuanga Cup and BPI Subic Regatta.

Estelita Del Mar, skippered by Andy Aguila, also dominated the Ocean Multihull class, winning the BPI Corregidor Cup and BPI Subic Regatta.

Beyond the finish line

British offshore sailor and Vendée Globe finisher Pip Hare joined the Season 4 launch, sharing insights on resilience, adaptability, and decision-making from her solo circumnavigation experience.

Meanwhile, BPI Private Wealth continues collaborating with WWF-Philippines to advance marine conservation awareness and encourage collective environmental action.

What's next

Season 4 will build on the competition's momentum by connecting sailing enthusiasts, strengthening the country's maritime sporting community, and supporting sustainable ocean stewardship.

The initiative aligns with BPI's “Do More Philippines” aspiration, emphasizing the preservation of natural resources for future generations. —Ramon C. Nocon | Ed: Corrie S. Narisma