New Zealand Extends America's Cup Domination, But Great Britain Remains in Contention
2 months ago

New Zealand Extends America's Cup Domination, But Great Britain Remains in Contention

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New Zealand secures its third consecutive America's Cup title, defeating Britain in a thrilling final match in Barcelona. The Kiwis dominated the competition, showcasing their exceptional design and engineering prowess with their foiling AC75 monohulls. Despite a late surge from Britain, New Zealand emerged victorious, solidifying their dominance in the high-speed yachting world.

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New Zealand Soars to New Heights in Sporting Success
2 months ago

New Zealand Soars to New Heights in Sporting Success

Associated Press  

New Zealand shines on the international sporting stage, showcasing its sporting prowess with impressive victories in sailing, cricket, cricket, women's cricket, canoe polo, and football. The country's athletes have secured a string of impressive wins, solidifying their reputation as a sporting powerhouse.

Sir Ben Ainslie wants Britain to maintain momentum in America’s Cup
2 months, 1 week ago

Sir Ben Ainslie wants Britain to maintain momentum in America’s Cup

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What time is the America’s Cup? Schedule and race days as Great Britain battle New Zealand
2 months, 1 week ago

What time is the America’s Cup? Schedule and race days as Great Britain battle New Zealand

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Britannia's Comeback Sends Shockwaves Through America's Cup Final
2 months, 1 week ago

Britannia's Comeback Sends Shockwaves Through America's Cup Final

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Britannia secures a comeback victory in the America's Cup final against New Zealand, cutting the deficit to 4-2. The British capitalize on uncharacteristic mistakes by the Kiwis, who suffered two slips that put them behind. Ben Ainslie expresses optimism that they can overturn the deficit and secure their first title in 60 years.

Kiwi Victory Sends Britain Packing Heat in America's Cup Finals
2 months, 1 week ago

Kiwi Victory Sends Britain Packing Heat in America's Cup Finals

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New Zealand emerges victorious in the first-to-seven America's Cup final, securing a 3-0 lead over Britain. Despite a near collision in the pre-start jockeying, the Kiwis secure a penalty and cruise through the six laps to secure the win. The match showcases the Kiwis' championship form and their determination to secure the coveted Auld Mug title.

America’s Cup race between Britannia and Luna Rossa timed out after winds die
2 months, 3 weeks ago

America’s Cup race between Britannia and Luna Rossa timed out after winds die

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BARCELONA, Spain — America’s Cup officials stopped the third race between INEOS Britannia and Italy’s Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli after winds died and neither team could finish within the time limit on Saturday. Italian fans celebrated on the shore when it was announced the race was being stopped because there was no winner inside the 45-minute time limit that starts …

England’s World Cup wait is nothing next to British sailing’s quest for the America’s Cup
3 months, 1 week ago

England’s World Cup wait is nothing next to British sailing’s quest for the America’s Cup

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BARCELONA, Spain — English soccer fans have been waiting almost a lifetime to win another World Cup. “So that’s a big motivator for us to try, as we say, and get the America’s Cup back home.” Ainslie’s description of the weight of history on his team’s shoulders echoes that of England’s soccer team, whose anthem, “Football’s coming home,” sums up …

Lightning ends Italy-New Zealand race after Swiss revive America’s Cup campaign with win over French
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Lightning ends Italy-New Zealand race after Swiss revive America’s Cup campaign with win over French

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BARCELONA, Spain — Some fireworks between America’s Cup heavyweights from Italy and New Zealand were interrupted by the real thing Tuesday when a brilliant bolt of lightning struck the course a few hundred meters in front of the carbon-fiber boats during preliminary racing. Italy’s Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli Team was sailing through a storm well ahead of two-time defending America’s …

New Zealand’s boat damaged after crane mishap on opening day of America’s Cup title defense
3 months, 3 weeks ago

New Zealand’s boat damaged after crane mishap on opening day of America’s Cup title defense

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BARCELONA, Spain — Emirates Team New Zealand got off to a bungled start of its America’s Cup trophy defense Thursday when its yacht was damaged after a mishap with the crane removing it from the water after the sailing event’s opening races. The incident overshadowed New Zealand’s win, which didn’t count for points anyway, over Italy’s Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli …

America’s Cup sets sail in Barcelona with New Zealand defending the Auld Mug
3 months, 3 weeks ago

America’s Cup sets sail in Barcelona with New Zealand defending the Auld Mug

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BARCELONA, Spain — The world’s oldest international sports trophy, best yachtsmen and cutting-edge design and technology will come together in Barcelona when the 37th edition of the America’s Cup starts on Thursday. Five boats – from Italy, the United States, Britain, Switzerland and France – will spend the coming weeks racing in the Mediterranean waves to decide which will earn …

Inside the America’s Cup: The history, heroism and high stakes
4 months ago

Inside the America’s Cup: The history, heroism and high stakes

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American Magic seeks to regain its sea legs in America’s Cup preliminary regatta
1 year, 3 months ago

American Magic seeks to regain its sea legs in America’s Cup preliminary regatta

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The shock of being the first team eliminated from the last America’s Cup has been motivating for the New York Yacht Club’s American Magic. American Magic was the second challenger to begin training in Barcelona for the 37th America’s Cup; bought two AC40s, the half-size version of the foiling monohulls that will compete next fall for sailing’s biggest prize; and …

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