America's Cup Catamaran Capsizes, Crew Injured in San Francisco Bay

9th May 2013

#AmericasCup – The Swedish Artemis Racing AC72 catamaran has capsized during training in San Francisco Bay and has suffered severe damage.

At least one crew member from the chllenger of record is reported to be seriously injured and receiving CPR. Local media reports also say not all crew are yet accounted for.

The boat is reported to be a total loss and support boats including the Coast guard are on scene dealing with the rescue of crew members and wreckage from the upturned craft. Tugs are responding to Artemis AC72 wreck, just north of Treasure Island.

Emergency crews were on site and performing CPR to a crew member who had been trapped under the platform of the yacht for an estimated 10 minutes according to an America's Cup news source.

A live video link of rescue efforts from CBS here

Artemis Racing is a professional sailing team challenging for the 34th America's Cup.

Artemis Racing is competing in the America's Cup World Series, the Extreme Sailing Series and on the RC44 Championship Tour.

The team represents the Royal Swedish Yacht Club (KSSS)

No official statement yet. Updates as we have them.

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