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America's Cup 37

The 37th America's Cup was held in Barcelona, Spain from October 12–21, 2024. The America's Cup is one of the world's most prestigious sailing competitions. Emirates Team New Zealand won the event, their third consecutive victory (and a world record).

LOUIS VUITTON AMERICA'S CUP

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From Victory to Vision: What’s Next for the America’s Cup and Emirates Team New Zealand

Emirates Team New Zealand has completed one of the most successful America’s Cup campaigns in histor...
AC37

Racing at the Speed of Light: How Digitisation is Driving America’s Cup Performance

But it’s not just the design of these boats that’s advanced. The real innovation lies in the data. A...

New Zealand Marine Industry Celebrates America’s Cup Success

Today the New Zealand marine industry is celebrating Emirates Team New Zealand’s stunning victory in...

INEOS Britannia – A Brilliant Campaign For The Louis Vuitton 37th America’s Cup

Photo Credit: AC37 med...
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America’s Cup Winning Cheer at the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron

In an amazing evening at the Royal New Zealand Yacht Club on the waterfront at Westhaven Marina, ove...

Emirates Team New Zealand Lifts the America’s Cup in Prize Giving at Barcelona

A Glorious Victory for New Zealand on the Global Stage At NZT 6am today (20 Oct 2024) in Barcelona,...

J CLASS

AC37

Weather Today In Barcelona

It is a nice day today in Barcelona, the Sun is out and during the afternoon we will hit 20°. Now...
AC37

Three Way Tie After Day 2

There were two races today, we ran the Day 1 race which was abandoned yesterday, and also ...

Back to the Future: J Class Joins AC75 & AC40 Fleets in Barcelona

A New Age The AC75s of the America’s Cup deliver no shortage of jaw-dropping action. And the AC40s...

Day One: Its Barcelona! No Wind, Day Abandonded

At a maximum, there were short periods of five to six knots of breeze for the duration of the alloca...

Introduction To The Boats Of The Regatta

Velsheda Velsheda is an original J Class yacht launched in 1933 in Gosport, built by Camper...

On the Warpath

Renowned New Zealand yacht designer Murray Ross’ 16.6m performance catamaran was the perfect example of this.

PUIG WOMEN'S AMERICA'S CUP RACING

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OP-ED: Disorganised Women’s America’s Cup Leaves Fans Disappointed

Opinion I love sailing. I’ve loved sailing for many years. Whether it's watching or taking part, th...
AC37

Italy Takes Victory in the First Puig Women’s America’s Cup Final

In a historic moment for women’s sailing, Italy clinched the title of the first-ever Puig Women’s Am...

The Top Three Group A Teams are Decided in the Early Final Group A Race

Just after 3am NZT, when it seemed like another day of racing might be abandoned, the America's Cup organisers made a sudden decision to cut the second block of racing for the Puig Women's America's Cup down to two races.

Day Abandonded Due To Lack Of Wind

After one race, itself significantly delayed by the lack of wind, at 3:10am (4:10 Barcelona time) th...

Race 5: Turbulent Waters Test Teams in the Puig Women’s America’s Cup

The Puig Women's America's Cup continues to deliver high-octane action, and today's Group A, Race 5 ...

Weather Today In Barcelona

It is a nice day today in Barcelona, the Sun is out and during the afternoon we will hit 20°. Now...

LOUIS VUITTON CUP - CHALLENGER SERIES

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Looking Back At America’s Cup: Challenger decided

The challenger series for the Louis Vuitton 37th America’s Cup began at the end of August. After thr...
AC37

A little Something For Today: The Most Intense America’s Cup Moments!

There's no America's Cup today, so we are bringing you something a little bit special: watch this vi...

AC37 Regatta: A Taste Of Things To Come

The Louis Vuitton 37th America’s Cup officially started in sunny Barcelona with the third and final ...

Ineos Britannia Defeats Luna Rossa Prada Pirellei 7-4 To Win Louis Vuitton Cup

It is over 60 years since Great Britain had a yacht compete for the America’s Cup trophy in the fina...

“Mr America’s Cup”, Veteran Sailor Jimmy Spithill, Announces Retirement Following ...

Australian sailing legend Jimmy Spithill has announced his retirement from competitive sailing after Luna Rossa’s defeat in the Louis Vuitton Cup during the 2024 America's Cup campaign.

INEOS Britannia Seal Their Spot in the America’s Cup Final

Louis Vuitton Cup Final – Day 7, Race 1 It was all on the line in today’s race. With INEOS Britanni...

UNICREDIT YOUTH AMERICAS CUP

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The 40 second cheat sheet highlight video

Give me 40 seconds and we will sum up the race for you!
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Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli WINS the Youth Americas Cup

For many, the highlight of the race was the poised leadership of Luna Rossa’s young skipper, Marko G...

Weather For Thursday 26th In Barcelona

We are looking forward to an exciting day (Barcelona) of foiling tonight (our NZ time), with the f...

Youth America’s Cup : Semi Final Race 4 – Italy and USA Foil into the Finals (but the Au...

In a thrilling final day of semi-final racing at the UniCredit Youth America's Cup, Team Italy and T...

Youth America’s Cup : Semi Final Race 3 – Italy Finally Secures Win in Thrilling Semi-Fi...

The penultimate race of the UniCredit Youth America’s Cup semi-finals delivered exhilarating action,...

America’s Cup : Semi Final Race 2 – US Edges Italy in Thrilling Semi-Final Race at Youth...

This was a very exciting race to watch, Italy and the USA were tightly matched and the whole race wa...

PRELIMINARY SERIES

AC37

LOUIS VUITTON PRELIMINARY REGATTA: Emirates Team New Zealand Takes The Win

New Zealand Secures Victory in Penalty-Ridden Preliminary Regatta In a dramatic and penalty-lade...
AC37

Day 4, Race 1, Emirates Team New Zealand (NZ) vs. American Magic (US)

American Magic were worthy winners of a fantastic race! Team NZ were beaten in a great race!

Day 4, Race 2: Alinghi Red Bull Racing (CH) vs. Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli Team (IT)

Race 3 of the final day of the AC37 Preliminary Regatta, Alinghi from Switzerland are up against Luna Rossa from Italy

Day 4, Race 3: Thrilling Showdown on the Water UK Triumphs Over France in Nail-Biting Race.

Race 3 of the final day of the AC37 Preliminary Regatta, Orient Express Team Racing (FR) vs. INEOS Britannia (UK)

Weather Outlook for Sunday in Barcelona

This Sunday, Barcelona is set to experience a mix of summer warmth and sporadic cloud cover. The da...

Day 3, Race 4: Emirates Team New Zealand Dominates Alinghi Red Bull Racing

Emirates Team New Zealand secures another victory, leaving the Swiss trailing by over a minute in a decisive race.

INSIDE THE AMERICA'S CUP

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Back to the Future: J Class Joins AC75 & AC40 Fleets in Barcelona

A New Age The AC75s of the America’s Cup deliver no shortage of jaw-dropping action. And the AC40s...
AC37

“Mr America’s Cup”, Veteran Sailor Jimmy Spithill, Announces Retirement Following ...

Australian sailing legend Jimmy Spithill has announced his retirement from competitive sailing after Luna Rossa’s defeat in the Louis Vuitton Cup during the 2024 America's Cup campaign.

Inside the America’s Cup: A Closer Look at AC75 Masts & Rigging

Southern Spars has played a leading role since entering the America’s Cup fold in 1995, with the sup...

The Evolution of AC75: From Concept to Cutting-Edge Racing Yacht

The world of competitive sailing has been profoundly transformed by the introduction of the AC75 class of racing yachts. These remarkable vessels, characterised by their advanced technology and innovative design, represent the pinnacle of modern sailing. Their evolution from a conceptual idea to a cutting-edge racing yacht illustrates a fascinating journey of technological progress, bold design choices, and relentless pursuit of performance.

Navigating Your Future: Studying Naval Architecture in New Zealand

As New Zealand continues to make waves in the America’s Cup with its cutting-edge AC75 designs, aspiring naval architects can find inspiration and educational opportunities right here in Aotearoa. The recent triumphs of Emirates Team New Zealand in AC37 underscore the remarkable achievements of our local designers and engineers, showcasing the significant role of naval architecture in the world of competitive sailing.

Capgemini & AC37 Media Deliver New Dimension To The Viewing Experience

Breakthrough technology will visualize the wind live on screen, allowing fans and commentators to better understand optimum routes and team tactics, and making coverage of the sport more accessible than ever before.

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