America's Cup comeback for Australia?
09/23/2024 07:14 PM
If there's one big name missing among nations contesting the America's Cup, it is Australia, but that could be changing. A wealthy businessman and top sailor, John Winning Jr., is trying to become the catalyst for the return of the nation which has played a big part in the Cup's history.
It was the John Bertrand-skippered Australia II which, in 1983, beat Dennis Conner's Liberty to end the 132-year hold which the New York Yacht Club had on the Cup. It was a giant-killing act which, combined with the next defense being held in Australia, opened the door for New Zealand's entry into Cup history in 1987.
A celebratory Prime Minister Bob Hawke famously declared among the toasts at the Royal Perth Yacht Club: "Any boss who sacks anyone for not turning up today is a bum". – Full report
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Following the publication of the AC37 Protocol and AC75 Class Rule on November 17, 2021, the AC75 Class Rule and AC Technical Regulations were finalized on March 17, 2022. The entry period was from December 1, 2021 until July 31, 2022, but late entries for the 37th America's Cup could be accepted until May 31, 2023. The Defender was to announce the Match Venue on September 17, 2021 but postponed the reveal, finally confirming Barcelona on March 30, 2022. The 37th America's Cup begins October 12, 2024.
Teams revealed to challenge defender Emirates Team New Zealand (NZL):
• INEOS Britannia (GBR)
• Alinghi Red Bull Racing (SUI)
• Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli Team (ITA)
• NYYC American Magic (USA)
• Orient Express Racing Team (FRA)
2023-24 Preliminary Regattas
September 14-17, 2023 (AC40): Vilanova i la Geltrú, Spain
November 30-December 2 (AC40): Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
August 22-25, 2024 (AC75): Barcelona, Spain
2024 Louis Vuitton Cup Challenger Selection Series*
August 29-September 9: Double Round Robin
September 14-19: Semi Finals (Best of 9)
September 26-October 7: Finals (Best of 13)
*Team New Zealand competes in the round robin stage only, but the results of their races were not included in the challenger leaderboard.
2024 America's Cup
October 12-27: 37th Match (Best of 13)
For competition details, click here.
Additionally, 12 teams will compete in the Youth America's Cup and Women's America's Cup.
Noticeboard: https://ac37noticeboard.acofficials.org/
Event details: www.americascup.com/en/home
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