The 49er World Championships are international sailing regattas in the 49er and 49er FX classes organized by the International Sailing Federation. It was first held in 1997. In 2013, the 49er FX class was added to the programme. The 49er has been an Olympic class since 2000. The 49er FX has been an Olympic class since 2016. Editions All-time medal table 49er 49er FX Medalists 49er Open 49er Men's 49er FX Women's 49er Youth 49er FX Youth Multiple medallists 49er 49er FX See also ISAF Sailing World Championships International Sailing Federation References External links International 49er Class Association Sailing competitions Recurring sporting events established in 1997