America's Cup
Luna Rossa has completed the first sailing session of its new AC75 campaign boat in Cagliari, marking a significant milestone in its challenge for the Louis Vuitton 38th America's Cup. After several delays during the afternoon, the Italian team launched the…
Ben Ainslie Told Jim Ratcliffe ‘Will Burn Your House Down’, Documents Released in Multi-Million Yacht Legal Row Reveal
7th June 2026 America's Cup
Sir Ben Ainslie was told that INEOS chair Sir Jim Ratcliffe would “burn your house down” in a row over funding for America’s Cup campaigns, UK High Court documents reveal. As previously reported on Afloat.ie, Sir Jim has launched legal…
Luna Rossa claimed victory at the Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup Preliminary Regatta Sardinia after defeating Emirates Team New Zealand in a dramatic match race final in Cagliari as reported by afloat, link here for the article. Racing on the…
Luna Rossa won the Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup Preliminary Regatta Sardinia after defeating Emirates Team New Zealand in the final match race on home waters in Cagliari. The Italian team secured victory in front of a large local crowd…
The first Preliminary Regatta of the Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup officially opened in Cagliari on Thursday, marking the start of racing on the road to Naples 2027. Eight AC40s representing five teams have gathered in Sardinia’s Gulf of Angels…
Luna Rossa has unveiled a modified AC75 yacht in Cagliari as the Italian America’s Cup challenger stepped up preparations for the next edition of the Cup. The highly secretive test took place shortly after 4 pm local time at the…
The spectacular life and high-achieving times of Ted Turner (1938-2026) have become deeply interwoven with the folklore of international sailing and the tales of the global media and communications industry. So much so, in fact, that after his death at…
Australia will return to the America’s Cup for the first time in more than two decades after the Royal Prince Edward Yacht Club confirmed its challenge for the Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup in Naples. The challenge, accepted by the…
Ted Turner, legendary American communications and business pioneer, and arguably the most accomplished international yachtsman of the 20th Century, has died at the age of 87. His extraordinary life covered a very wide range of active interests. But for the…
World Sailing has confirmed Cherbourg Yacht Club in France as host of the 2027 Nations Cup. The match racing event will return after a seven-year absence, with racing scheduled from 6–11 September 2027. Cherbourg has a strong track record in…
American Racing Challenger Team USA has appointed double Olympic gold medallist Giles Scott as Sailing Director ahead of the 38th America’s Cup. The 39-year-old Brit will report directly to CEO Ken Read as the team builds momentum for the Louis…
Scotty Dickson leads the Ficker Cup after a dominant opening day at Long Beach Yacht Club. The American skipper posted a 6–1 record after seven flights, topping the unofficial leaderboard in the Grade 2 World Match Racing Tour event. A…
Emirates Team New Zealand has added Serena Woodall and Helena Sanderson to its sailing squad ahead of the Louis Vuitton 38th America's Cup. Both sailors join full-time after a trial period and will support the team’s Women’s America’s Cup campaign.…
The United States will return to the America’s Cup for the 2027 edition in Naples. American Racing Challenger Team USA has been confirmed as an official challenger for the Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup. The team represents Challenging Yacht Club…
The America’s Cup Partnership has appointed Marzio Perrelli as its first Chief Executive Officer. The move forms part of a new governance structure aimed at long-term stability and growth for the event. Grant Dalton will remain Chairman of the partnership.…
World Sailing has confirmed dates for the 2027 World Sailing Championships, setting up a landmark year for the sport. The global event will span two venues and feature all 10 Olympic disciplines alongside Para Inclusive sailing. Fortaleza, Brazil, will host…
