2026 EMRT Format & Qualification System

The 2026 EMRT season features a rigorous qualification process culminating in a prestigious Grand Final, hosted by the Reale Yacht Club Canottieri Savoia in Naples. A total of 10 elite teams will compete for the title.

1. Qualifying Series (5 Spots)

The season consists of five designated Qualifying Events. The winner of each event earns a direct invitation to the Grand Final.

Confirmation Window

Winners must confirm their participation within 8 days of their qualifying event.

Succession Rule

If a winner be unable to attend or fail to confirm within the deadline, the invitation will be extended to the second-placed team of that specific event. If the second-placed team is unavailable, the offer moves to the third-placed team, and so on, until the slot is filled.

2. Wild Card Entries (4 Spots)

To ensure a high level of competition and diversity in the fleet, four Wild Card spots are available:

EMRT Wild Cards (2)

Two slots are granted at the discretion of the EMRT organizing authority. These are not restricted to teams that participated in the 2026 Qualifying Events.

Host Club Wild Cards (2)

Two slots are granted by the Reale Yacht Club Canottieri Savoia. Like the EMRT Wild Cards, the Host Club is free to invite any team of their choosing.

3. Defending Champion (1 Spot)

The winner of the previous year’s EMRT edition receives an automatic invitation to defend their title.

Confirmation Window

The defending champion must confirm their attendance within 8 days of receiving the official invitation from EMRT.

Succession Rule

If the previous year’s winner declines or fails to confirm, the invitation will be extended to the second-highest scoring team from the previous season’s overall standings, continuing down the leaderboard as necessary.

Qualification Pathway	Spots
Qualifying Series Winners	5
EMRT Executive Wild Cards	2
Host Club (RYCC Savoia) Wild Cards	2
Defending Champion / Previous Season Standings	1
TOTAL PARTICIPATING TEAMS	10