Abstract: Sailing craft having a mast supporting a large sail; the mast is curved towards the prow of the craft, the large sail being attached to the mast on the same side as the convexity of the curve; the rigging comprises a jib, the hoist of which is connected at its ends to the base and the top of the mast respectively, while the free top of the jib opposite the hoist is equipped with a sheet making it possible to adjust the unfurling of the jib.