Hugh Jackman Watches SailGP Training in Pensacola
The Australian Bonds Flying Roos team began training at the American Magic High Performance Center at the Port of Pensacola this month.
Updated on Nov. 6, 2026 in Australia and New Zealand
Actor Hugh Jackman visited Pensacola Bay to watch the Australian SailGP team, the Bonds Flying Roos, on the first day of the team's training camp. Jackman and Ryan Reynolds co-own the team, which they acquired last year alongside driver and CEO Tom Slingsby.
Why it matters
The visit marks the start of SailGP's training in Pensacola, placing the high-speed foiling catamaran league's preparation at the city's American Magic facilities. Disney has greenlit a docuseries following the team's season, bringing the Pensacola training camp into the public spotlight.
SailGP began racing in 2019 and uses high-speed foiling catamaran sailboats. The team's training camp in Pensacola began earlier this month with the launch of the league's training boat, 'Strive,' with the length of the camp not yet specified.
The players
Hugh Jackman
Hugh Jackman is an Australian actor best known for playing Wolverine in the X-Men film series and co-owns the Bonds Flying Roos SailGP team.
Ryan Reynolds
Ryan Reynolds is a Canadian actor and businessman known for his work in film and for owning the Wrexham AFC football club, and he co-owns the Bonds Flying Roos SailGP team.
Tom Slingsby
Tom Slingsby is an Australian Olympic sailor who serves as driver and CEO of the Bonds Flying Roos SailGP team.
SailGP
SailGP is a professional sailing league that races high-speed foiling catamaran sailboats and began racing in 2019.
The details
Each SailGP team is spending time in Pensacola to get sailing time on the training boat and train at American Magic facilities. The Bonds Flying Roos team posted on Facebook that Jackman's visit took place on the first day of training camp.
Timeline
Earlier in November 2026: SailGP begins training in Pensacola with the launch of the 'Strive' training boat.
November 6, 2026: Jackman visits Pensacola Bay to watch the team sail.
Earlier in 2026: Disney greenlights a docuseries following the team's season.
Season Trajectory
Celebrity co-ownership of sports teams has expanded beyond football, with Ryan Reynolds extending his Wrexham AFC model into professional sailing. The Disney docuseries will document how an internationally funded team builds toward its racing season.
Pensacola visitors interested in watching SailGP training may find the team's camp at the American Magic High Performance Center at the Port of Pensacola a draw. Travelers should check local schedules before planning a trip around the team's training days.
The takeaway
Celebrity co-ownership is bringing professional sailing and its training camps into the public eye, and Pensacola is becoming a visible hub for the sport's preparation. Readers following the sport can track the Disney docuseries for behind-the-scenes coverage of the season.
What happens next
Disney's docuseries following the Australian SailGP team's season is expected to premiere on Disney+ in an upcoming season, with no specific date announced in the source.
Further reading
For more on Australian sports and teams, explore Australia and New Zealand travel coverage.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Pensacola News Journal.
