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Challenger Selection Series
29 August - 7 October 2024
The Louis Vuitton Cup (Challenger Selection Series) determines which team will challenge Emirates Team New Zealand, the Defender, in the Louis Vuitton 37th America’s Cup Match.
Semi Final Day 4: September 18
Choppy Seas On Wednesday, Lower Winds Forecast
After yesterday's still weather during the mid-afternoon, and the hours of delays this caused, finally reaching a crescendo in the evening with very high winds and disturbed sea state during the Youth...
Choppy Seas On Wednesday, Lower Winds Forecast
After yesterday's still weather during the mid-afternoon, and the hours of delays this caused, finally reaching a crescendo in the evening with very high winds and disturbed sea state during the Youth...
Semi Final Day 3: September 16
Race 2: American Magic Soars as Luna Rossa Simply DNF in This Thrilling Showdown
In a dramatic turn of events at the Louis Vuitton Challenger Series, NYYC American Magic took full advantage of Luna Rossa’s struggles to win a pivotal race, keeping their hopes alive in the tour...
Race 2: American Magic Soars as Luna Rossa Simply DNF in This Thrilling Showdown
In a dramatic turn of events at the Louis Vuitton Challenger Series, NYYC American Magic took full advantage of Luna Rossa’s struggles to win a pivotal race, keeping their hopes alive in the tour...
Race 1: Alinghi’s Stunning Comeback Sends INEOS Crashing in Semi-Final Drama
The day began with a delay, as light winds pushed the start of the race back by more than 20 minutes. When the race finally began, it was Alinghi ...
Race Schedule For Monday
Today, Day 3 of the Semi-Finals - contains races 5 and 6 of the Challenger semi-final series. It is a major day in the overall LVC because, as we are ...
Monday Weather In Barcelona
A very pleasant day in Barcelona on Monday for what may well be the final day of the Semi-Final series.
The sun will be out, mid-20's°, with just e...
Semi Final Day 2: September 15
Race 4: INEOS Britannia Dominate Alinghi in Semi-Final Showdown
INEOS Britannia solidified their position as the dominant force in the Louis Vuitton Challenger Series semi-finals, securing a commanding victory over Alinghi Red Bull Racing in their fourth head-to-h...
Race 4: INEOS Britannia Dominate Alinghi in Semi-Final Showdown
INEOS Britannia solidified their position as the dominant force in the Louis Vuitton Challenger Series semi-finals, securing a commanding victory over Alinghi Red Bull Racing in their fourth head-to-h...
Race 3: Luna Rossa Clinches Victory in Thrilling Showdown Against American Magic
In what can only be described as a race of razor-thin margins, Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli narrowly defeated American Magic in their latest encounter, cr...
Race 2: INEOS Britannia Dominate Alinghi Red Bull Racing in One-Sided Semi-Final Clash
INEOS Britannia continued their unbeaten run in the semi-finals of the Louis Vuitton Challenger Series with a commanding victory over Alinghi Red Bull...
Race 1: Luna Rossa Overpowers American Magic in Semi-Final Race 3
Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli delivered a commanding performance against American Magic in the third race of the semi-finals, taking another step closer to...
Sundays Racing Schedule
On Sunday in Barcelona, racing starts (our early Monday morning here in New Zealand) for the second day of the Semi-Final.
In Group 1 (which I have n...
Sunday’s Weather In Barcelona
Sunday is looking very nice in Barcelona, the weather will be 25° so very pleasant to be out on the beach watching the race, a bit warm if you are a C...
Semi Final Day 1: September 14
Semi-Final Leaderboard After Day 1
Two wins to INEOS Britannia. Two wins to Luna Rossa.
Sunday, 4 more races. By Monday's racing, we may be crowning a winner of one or both Semi-Final rounds!
Semi-Final Leaderboard After Day 1
Two wins to INEOS Britannia. Two wins to Luna Rossa.
Sunday, 4 more races. By Monday's racing, we may be crowning a winner of one or both Semi-Final rounds!
Semi Final: Day 1: Race 2: INEOS Britannia Dominates Alinghi Red Bull Racing in Semi-Final Showdown
The race, proved to be a masterclass by INEOS Britannia, who gradually pulled ahead to secure a convincing win - crossing the line over 2 minutes...
Semi Final: Day 1: Race 1: Luna Rossa Triumphs Over American Magic in a Thrilling First Semi-Final R...
And so it begins: the first Semi Final race of the 2024 Louis Vuitton Cup. First up today is Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli who have been grouped to face th...
Race Lineup For Saturday 14 September
After a very informative press conference yesterday afternoon setting the agenda for the Semi Final phase, racing of the Semi Final round of the LV C...
Good Weather For Racing And Viewing On Semi’s Day 1
The weather today in Barcelona looks absolutely amazing for the first day of the semi-final competition.
The sun will be out, and the temperature...
INEOS Britannia To Race Alinghi In Louis Vuitton Semi Final Phase
In a strategic and expected move, INEOS Britannia of Great Britain, who finished top of the table in the Louis Vuitton Challenger Series Round Robin,...
Race Day September 9th (formally day 8)
Race 4: The Run-Off For 1st: INEOS Takes Luna Rossa
In a high-stakes America’s Cup semi-final, INEOS Britannia (UK) faced off against Luna Rossa (Italy), with the winner earning the right to select their opponent for the next stage of racing. With ...
Race 4: The Run-Off For 1st: INEOS Takes Luna Rossa
In a high-stakes America’s Cup semi-final, INEOS Britannia (UK) faced off against Luna Rossa (Italy), with the winner earning the right to select their opponent for the next stage of racing. With ...
Race 3: Emirates Team New Zealand Dominates American Magic in Final Race For Kiwi’s
In regatta crescendo, Emirates Team New Zealand (NZ) faced off against NYYC American Magic (USA) in what was the final race for the Kiwis until t...
Race 2 : Luna Rossa Disqualified Due To Foils Not Folding Up. Alinghi Take The Win
There is never a dull moment in the America's Cup racing. Two minutes before Race 2 was set to begin, Luna Rossa failed to enter the racing zone and w...
Race 1: INEOS Defeats Orient Express in Critical America’s Cup Showdown
As the final tribute to Orient Express Racing Team, we have included a significant picture montage in this report
The day began with an unwelcome ...
Monday’ Schedule
Today is being raced as the bad weather on Sunday caused the day to be abandoned. Race order remains as per the schedule from Sunday.
Weather for Monday 9th September in Barcelona
Unlike Sunday, Monday's weather in Barcelona is looking amazing!
A warm 25°, stable sea state with only a 0.6m swell (5 second intervals) and a North...
Race Day September 8th
Race 4: The Run-Off For 1st: INEOS Takes Luna Rossa
In a high-stakes America’s Cup semi-final, INEOS Britannia (UK) faced off against Luna Rossa (Italy), with the winner earning the right to select their opponent for the next stage of racing. With ...
Race 4: The Run-Off For 1st: INEOS Takes Luna Rossa
In a high-stakes America’s Cup semi-final, INEOS Britannia (UK) faced off against Luna Rossa (Italy), with the winner earning the right to select their opponent for the next stage of racing. With ...
Racing Delayed For 1 HOUR Due To Weather
In #AC37 action, well, so far there is none. Racing is delayed now for 75 minutes due to weather.
The rain is falling but that is not a deal-break...
Race Schedule For Sunday 8 September
Final day of the Round Robin series - and 6 teams compete.
Orient Express will face-off with INEOS, while it would appear that INEOS should take th...
Sunday Weather In Barcelona
We weather report today is a bit worrying - around 2pm we are due for rain, maybe lightning. The day of racing is at risk but it looks like chances ar...
Race Day September 7th
Race 5: The Brits Triumph as Luna Rossa Lags: A Race to Remember
The race began with a slow start, as both boats gradually gained speed to pass the start line simultaneously. The UK team took an early lead on the first leg by 50 metres. The Italian team closed the...
Race 5: The Brits Triumph as Luna Rossa Lags: A Race to Remember
The race began with a slow start, as both boats gradually gained speed to pass the start line simultaneously. The UK team took an early lead on the first leg by 50 metres. The Italian team closed the...
Race 4: Emirates Team New Zealand Dominate Alinghi Red Bull Racing
In one of New Zealand's final races before the final 4 is decided and Emirates Team New Zealand is excluded from racing until the America's Cup prope...
Race 3: NYYC American Magic Beat Orient Express Team Racing
America’s Cup delivered yet another thrilling race, this time featuring France's Orient Express going head-to-head with NYYC American Magic (USA). Fo...
Race 2: INEOS Britannia vs. Alinghi Red Bull Racing
Alinghi Red Bull Racing (Swiss) vs. INEOS Britannia (UK): A Decisive Victory for the British
America’s Cup continues to deliver thrilling races, a...
Race 1: Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli Take American Magic
NYYC American Magic (USA) vs Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli (Italy): A Thrilling Showdown on the Water
The high-speed duel between NYYC American Magic (...
Saturday’s Racing Schedule
It will be another interesting night tonight in the America’s Cup racing. `The first race of the evening (New Zealand time, 2pm in the afternoon in B...
Barcelona is in for a lot more wind, and its going to be hot! Saturday is going to be fast racing!
On Saturday, Barcelona is going to put on a great day of AC37 action.
The wind gusts can get up around 20 knots for most of the racing session, this ...
Race Day September 5th
Race 5 : A Significant Race Defeat Suggests We Will Soon Be Saying Goodbye to Orient Express Team Racing
On Thursday, 5 September, Emirates Team New Zealand faced off against Orient Express from France in what proved to be a decisive race. With Emirates Team New Zealand already positioned near the top of...
Race 5 : A Significant Race Defeat Suggests We Will Soon Be Saying Goodbye to Orient Express Team Racing
On Thursday, 5 September, Emirates Team New Zealand faced off against Orient Express from France in what proved to be a decisive race. With Emirates Team New Zealand already positioned near the top of...
Race 4: Alinghi Red Bull Racing Changes The Regatta! Win over American Magic Is Massive
In a dramatic and hard-fought race, Alinghi Red Bull Racing (Swiss) emerged victorious over NYYC American Magic (USA), showcasing their tactical bril...
Race 3: A Kiwi Masterclass In America’s Cup Racing. INEOS thrashed
In a highly anticipated match-up between Emirates Team New Zealand (NZ) and INEOS Britannia (UK), the Kiwi team delivered a masterclass performance, ...
Race 2: Orient Express Racing vs. Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli
In a highly anticipated race, the Italian team delivered a commanding performance against their French rivals, who struggled from the start. The resu...
Race 1: NYYC American Magic Win After UK’s INEOS Britannia Fall Off Their Foils in the Heat of...
In what was nothing short of an 'edge-of-your-seat' spectacle, the race between NYYC American Magic (USA) and INEOS Britannia (UK) showcased the high...
Weather for the Replanned Day 6 (now Thursday in Barcelona)
A mixed bag on Thursday in Barcelona.
Firstly, there are no Lightning warnings! There should not be any rain!
There will be some cloud cover, wh...
Replanned Schedule for Day 6 (Now Thursday Night NZ Time)
After racing on Wednesday in Barcelona was abandoned, the new and slightly less aggressive schedule has been produced for Thursday racing.
The great ...
Incoming Storm Front Cancels Day 6 Of The Louis Vuitton Cup
The beginning of September is very much a transition period in the weather, so Mediterranean storms are commonplace, and with winds reportedly gusting...
The Weather On Wednesday Will Be Similar To Tuesday!
The weather was a write-off yesterday in Barcelona. The forecasted rain pelted down for the entire race period. And then the lightning arrived⏤as fore...
Race Day September 3
Bad Weather Results In Racing Being Abandoned For The Day
Earlier in the day, meteorologists had predicted inclement weather, including rain and lightning. Unfortunately, their forecasts proved accurate. A massive bolt of lightning struck just 50 metres awa...
Bad Weather Results In Racing Being Abandoned For The Day
Earlier in the day, meteorologists had predicted inclement weather, including rain and lightning. Unfortunately, their forecasts proved accurate. A massive bolt of lightning struck just 50 metres awa...
Race 2: ETNZ vs Luna Rossa – Speed, Lightening and a Loss To ETNZ
Even before the race between Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli and Emirates Team New Zealand officially began, the competition between the two teams was alrea...
Race 1: Switzerland Alinghi Red Bull Racing vs. France Orient Express Racing Team
In the high-stakes arena of the America's Cup, today's race was not just another contest of speed and skill; it was a critical juncture in the competi...
Today’s Schedule For On-The-Water Action
Today on the water we will see a number of very interesting races.
We start the day with a significant match up during the Louis Vuitton Challenger...
Today’s Weather In Barcelona
It doesn’t look like a nice day today at all in Barcelona.
While the temperatures will be in the mid 20s, there will be rain and lightning, neither...
Opinion: After The First 4 Days Of Round Robin, Looking At The Coverage
As a nation, we might feel a tinge of disappointment that the America’s Cup isn’t being raced in our waters, but the Spanish have truly put on an imp...
Race Day September 1
Day 4 In Review: The Top Of The Table Is Clear
In the overall standings, which include the Defender, three teams concluded the opening Round Robin stage with four points each: Emirates Team New Zealand, Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli, and INEOS Britanni...
Day 4 In Review: The Top Of The Table Is Clear
In the overall standings, which include the Defender, three teams concluded the opening Round Robin stage with four points each: Emirates Team New Zealand, Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli, and INEOS Britanni...
Race 4: Kiwi’s win over American Magic – just. A Well-Matched Competition With Regular C...
New Zealand Triumphs in Thrilling America's Cup Semi-Final Clash
In what was arguably the most anticipated race of the day, the New Zealand and US...
Race 3: Luna Rossa Continues Their Winning Way Against Alinghi
From the outset, both teams displayed remarkable speed, with boats averaging 43 knots. The Swiss team took an early lead, but this advantage was shor...
Race 2: INEOS Britannia Wins Over A Very Competitive Orient Express Racing Team
Thrilling Contest at the America's Cup: UK Triumphs Over France
In a high-octane display of sailing skill, the UK team has clinched a thrilling vi...
Race 1: Alinghi Red Bull Racing was Disqualified for being outside the racing zone 2 minutes before ...
Alinghi and Emirates Team New Zealand Exhibit Sportsmanship in Unconventional Regatta Race
In an unexpected twist at today’s regatta, Alinghi and ...
Day 4 Schedule
Today we will see five races, a few good match-ups and with the weather forecast looking to deliver more wind, we will get some speed and a little clo...
Better Winds In Barcelona For Day 4
After several challenging days on the water, Day 4 in Barcelona will bring much-needed relief for sailors and spectators alike. The forecast for Sunda...
Race Day August 31
Tough Day on the Waters at the Louis Vuitton Cup in Barcelona
The day’s races were a mixed bag for the competitors, with each team grappling with the tricky conditions in their own way. While Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli shone, there were also commendable performanc...
Tough Day on the Waters at the Louis Vuitton Cup in Barcelona
The day’s races were a mixed bag for the competitors, with each team grappling with the tricky conditions in their own way. While Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli shone, there were also commendable performanc...
Race 6 : Emirates Team New Zealand Withdraws From Challenge With Alinghi
Well before Race 6 begins, Emirates Team New Zealand announces their withdrawal. The New Zealand team cited low wind which has caused delays to today'...
Race 5 : Luna Rossa (Italy) Wins Against INEOS (UK), Securing Third Win of the Day
Both teams looked strong at the start, but neither crossed the line cleanly, forcing a re-loop. The UK team initially took the lead, but it was a clo...
Race 4 : American Magic Crushes Orient Express
Both teams struggled at the start, initially failing to get across the start line cleanly and having to loop around.
On their second crossing, th...
Race 3 : Alinghi falls of their foils before the race starts, leading to a significant loss
The Swiss fell off their foils 45 seconds before the race started, giving the UK a huge advantage. Two minutes in, the Swiss were still off their foi...
Race 2 : Emirates Team New Zealand Secures Victory as Orient Express Withdraws
In a dramatic twist during the latest race of the America's Cup, Emirates Team New Zealand (ETNZ) secured victory after the French team, Orient E...
Race 1 : Luna Rossa Triumphs Over American Magic: Key Moments from the High-Stakes Race
Luna Rossa (Italy) faced off against NYYC American Magic (US) in this much-anticipated race. The US team immediately requested a 5-minute delay (rumo...
Day 3 Racing Schedule – MASSIVE Day Of Racing
After two lost races yesterday due to the lower wind-limit of 6.5 knots not being achieved, Race Director Iain Murray has mandated for races seven and...
Emirates Team NZ’s Very Talented Shore Crew Targets Sailing Tonight
It's only two days since Emirates Team New Zealand's AC75 Taihoro was catastrophically damaged in an event involving a crane and a 6-metre fall to...
Light Winds Predicted for Tomorrow’s America’s Cup Racing
After Friday's disappointing cancelation of races 2-4 due to low winds, day 3 of the Louis Vuitton Cup Round Robins is set to be a test of s...
Race Day August 30
Daily Digest: Second Day of LV Challenger Action Called Off Due To Lack Of Wind
Mother Nature had more than a say in the first completed race of the day with Alinghi Red Bull Racing falling off their foils almost immediately in the pre-start box after a slow first gybe into signi...
Daily Digest: Second Day of LV Challenger Action Called Off Due To Lack Of Wind
Mother Nature had more than a say in the first completed race of the day with Alinghi Red Bull Racing falling off their foils almost immediately in the pre-start box after a slow first gybe into signi...
Race 2 And The Rest Of The Day IS ABANDONED – Insufficient Wind
The Race Committee has just called off all further racing for the day.
INEOS Britannia sat on the start line, waiting to cross the line to be awarded...
American Magic Triumphs in Challenging Light-Wind Showdown
The second day of the Challenger Series saw another day of light winds and delays, with the breeze fluctuating between 4-9 knots, an improvement from...
Weather today
Today we have just a fraction more wind than yesterday which will see a much better day of sailing.
Weather for the America's Cup racing ...
Latest Statement From Grant Dalton on Taihoro vs. Crane
After a night of analysis, Grant Dalton has issued a statement this evening (morning in Europe) with a little more information on the state of Taihoro...
Oh NO! Taihoro (ETNZ AC75) Was Damaged In A Crain Mishap
The team have secured the boat with a portable crane and it is now safely being put back in the shed where the full extent of the damage will be asse...
Day 2 Schedule
Update: The ETNZ AC75 (named Taihoro) has been damaged overnight in a mishap with a Crain.
Emirates Team New Zealand will not race on Friday. We are ...
Race Day August 29
Woohoo. And after a delayed start, racing is underway.
Oh NO! Taihoro (ETNZ AC75) Was Damaged In A Crain Mishap
The team have secured the boat with a portable crane and it is now safely being put back in the shed where the full extent of the damage will be assessed by the team overnight.
From initial assess...
Oh NO! Taihoro (ETNZ AC75) Was Damaged In A Crain Mishap
The team have secured the boat with a portable crane and it is now safely being put back in the shed where the full extent of the damage will be assessed by the team overnight.
From initial assess...
Race 4: Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli (IT) Win In Over One Minute
Both teams looked strong at the start, with Italy and France beginning the race on equal footing. As they progressed down the first leg, the teams we...
Race 3: A Disastrous Start for NYYC American Magic (US)
The UK passed through the first gate at the four-minute mark, with the US still trailing 650 metres behind. The US eventually made it through the top...
Race 2: Win by Emirates Team New Zealand in a Pointless Race
A great first race for Emirates Team New Zealand and Luna Rossa. The Italian team led into the race but at about half way the Kiwis took control and p...
Race 1: A Convincing Win by the Orient Express Racing Team (FR)
In the first race of the America's Cup Challenger series, France faced off against Switzerland in what became a thrilling encounter, despite initiall...
DAY 1 Schedule
On the first day (well, very early for us on Friday morning) - all teams will race once, and Italy and France have the opportunity for a second outing...
Weather for Day 1 – Louis Vuitton Cup
What will the weather be for Day 1 of the Louis Vuitton Cup Round Robins? Thursday in Barcelona (our Friday morning) is looking OK.
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