In a press release issued today the team laid out its plans to mount a challenge ahead of the AC38 late entry deadline of January 31, 2026 with a fundraising budget set at $50 million.
American match racer Chris Poole announces 38th America’s Cup campaign
Riptide Racing headed by US match racer Chris Poole in partnership with the Seawanhaka Corinthian Yacht Club has announced its intention to challenge for the 38th America’s Cup.
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Argo Challenge announces major new recruits
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AC38: Still more questions than answers
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Podcast: SailGP Perth analysis
In this episode of the Yacht Racing Life podcast, British sailing journalists Justin Chisholm and Magnus Wheatley dive into the thrilling opening event of SailGP Season 6 which took place in Perth, Australia over the weekend.
British defending champions dominate second day to win Season 6 opener
Defending champions Emirates Great Britain have sent a defiant message to their SailGP rivals with a commanding victory in the opening event of Season 6 after a supremely dominant second day of racing in blustery conditions on the choppy waters off Perth, Australia.
Swedish newcomers impress on turbulent opening day of SailGP Season 6 in Perth
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MOD70 Argo sets new multihull race record after close battle with Zoulou
Jason Carroll’s MOD70 Argo (USA) has claimed Multihull Line Honours in the 2026 RORC Transatlantic Race, crossing the finish line off English Harbour, Antigua, on Friday 16 January at 12:31:15 UTC.