Below Deck Med star Captain Sandy Yawn has taken a swipe at Below Deck Sailing Yacht ahead of the new season.
Captain Sandy and her Mustique crew said goodbye to Below Deck Med Season 9 last week.
It was a big season for the captain, who proposed and married in the same season.
As Monsters and Critics previously reported, Captain Sandy weighed in on all the Season 9 crew drama.
However, that wasn’t all she had to say about the hit Below Deck franchise.
The captain has some issues with the Captain Glenn Shephard-helmed series.
Captain Sandy Yawn shades Below Deck Sailing Yacht
Speaking with TV Insider, Captain Sandy dished the good, the bad, and the ugly of Below Deck Med Season 9 when she was asked a question about her future on the show. When asked where she would like the show to shoot next, the captain dissed Below Deck Sailing Yacht.
In a jaw-dropping moment sure to send shockwaves through Below Deck fans, Captain Sandy Yawn has stirred up major drama, accusing Below Deck Sailing Yacht of “stealing our spots.” The unexpected jab, which came out during a recent interview, has left viewers buzzing with curiosity and questions about the growing tension between the two hit spinoffs. Could there be a feud brewing behind the scenes? And what exactly did Captain Sandy mean by this bold claim?
Known for her cool-headed leadership and firm hand at the helm of luxury superyachts, Captain Sandy has been a central figure in the Below Deck franchise for years. But no one expected her to throw shade at the sister series, Below Deck Sailing Yacht, led by Captain Glenn Shephard. When asked about her thoughts on the growing popularity of the sailing yacht spinoff, Sandy didn’t hold back, surprising fans with a rare moment of raw frustration. “We’ve been doing this for years,” she said, her voice tinged with annoyance. “They’ve been stealing our spots.”
What does she mean by “stealing spots”? According to Captain Sandy, some of the most sought-after yacht charter destinations—those breathtaking locations that give Below Deck its signature glamor and allure—have been snagged by the sailing yacht crew. While Below Deck has long been the standard-bearer for stunning Mediterranean views and exotic escapes, Below Deck Sailing Yacht seems to be encroaching on their territory, filming in similar dream locales.
For many fans, the two shows exist harmoniously within the Below Deck universe, each offering its own unique flavor. But Captain Sandy’s candid comments suggest that there may be more competition between the two crews than anyone realized. Could this competition be affecting the captains and crews behind the scenes?
Sandy’s comments have sent fans into a frenzy of speculation. Is there a brewing rivalry between the powerhouse captains? Could this be the start of a franchise showdown where both Below Deck series battle it out not only for prime charter spots but for ratings dominance as well? Social media exploded with viewers taking sides, some defending Below Deck, while others rallied behind Sailing Yacht. One fan tweeted, “This is the drama I didn’t see coming! Captain Sandy vs. Captain Glenn? I’m here for it!”
But there may be more to Captain Sandy’s frustrations than just location battles. As Below Deck Sailing Yacht continues to grow in popularity, it’s possible that Below Deck’s longstanding dominance in the franchise feels threatened. The sailing yacht’s more relaxed, laid-back vibe—paired with the unique challenges of operating a sailing vessel—has offered a fresh take on the yachting world, appealing to fans in new ways. For Captain Sandy, this rise in popularity might feel like an encroachment on the legacy she’s helped build over the years.
Of course, the big question now is how Captain Glenn Shephard and his Below Deck Sailing Yacht crew will respond. Will Glenn brush it off, or will he throw his own shade back in return? With both shows heading into new seasons, viewers are eagerly anticipating how this tension will unfold, not just on-screen but off-screen as well. Could we see the two captains finally face off, maybe even in a crossover episode where they sail the same waters and settle this “spot-stealing” once and for all?
As the Below Deck franchise continues to expand, Captain Sandy’s remarks add a tantalizing layer of drama to what’s already one of reality TV’s most gripping series. Whether it’s just a passing comment or the start of a full-blown rivalry, one thing is certain: this stormy feud will only add to the drama that Below Deck fans crave.
Stay tuned, because with Captain Sandy at the helm, the seas are about to get even rougher.
