Stage 11 takes Race Crew from Panama to Washington, DC, USA. After transiting the Panama Canal and re-entering the Atlantic Ocean, the fleet heads north through the Caribbean and along the east coast of North America towards the United States capital.

This stage brings a mix of conditions, from warm tropical sailing and light winds to more complex coastal weather systems further north. Crews must stay focused and adaptable, making tactical decisions as they navigate busy shipping areas and changing wind patterns on the approach to the Chesapeake Bay.

The final stretch sees the fleet race up the Chesapeake Bay and Potomac River before arriving in Washington, DC, marking the completion of the USA Coast-to-Coast Leg and a significant milestone in the circumnavigation.