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AC38: Athena Racing and American Magic issue follow up statements
Both the British Challenger of Record Athena Racing and American Magic have issued their own statements following the one issued earlier today by Alinghi Red Bull Racing.
Alinghi Red Bull Racing Weighs In To Support British And American Challenger Concerns
Despite withdrawing last month as a potential challenger for the 38th America's Cup, Switzerland's Alinghi Red Bull Racing has today released a statement supporting the stance taken by the British and American teams in calling for more transparency from the Defender – Emirates Team New Zealand.
The State of High-Performance Sailing
High-performance sailing is as enthralling as it is fragmented. Our sport is charging ahead on multiple fronts. From SailGP’s global travelling circus, the America’s Cup’s revolutionary foiling monohulls, to the owner-funded 52 Super Series and 44Cup circuits, there's no shortage of events to watch.
Movie Star Anne Hathaway Takes A Share in Red Bull Italy SailGP Team
SailGP goes all Hollywood as Anne Hathaway, Assia Grazioli-Venier, and Jimmy Spithill take over the Red Bull Italy SailGP Team—ushering in SailGP’s first female-led team ownership and a bold new chapter for Italian sailing.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni Welcomes America's Cup in Rome
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has welcomed the America’s Cup trophy to Italy in a glitzy ceremony in Rome. With Naples set to host in 2027, Meloni hailed the event as a symbol of innovation, pride, and opportunity for southern Italy.
Unpacking the Draft Protocol for the 38th America's Cup
The draft AC38 Protocol outlines major changes for the next America’s Cup, including a new crew format, nationality rules, cost controls, and the creation of a team-led partnership to manage future Cups.
Challengers Call For Transparency As AC38 Protocol Lags Behind Venue Announcement
Challenger teams Athena Racing and American Magic have voiced concerns over the announcement of Naples as host of AC38, calling for protocol clarity before making major commitments. With tensions rising, the Cup community awaits the next move in this unfolding dispute.
Ben Ainslie's Athena Racing 'Concerned' Over Lack Of Transparency Around AC38 Venue Announcement
The Challenger of Record representing Royal Yacht Squadron Ltd. believes that announcing Naples, Italy as the venue for AC38 before the release of an agreed protocol document is premature and is asking for more transparency and cooperation between the Defender and the Challengers.
America's Cup Notebook
Challenger reactions to Naples being named host city for the 38th America's Cup have been muted, but behind the scenes the politics are heating up—with rumours swirling, national rules in question, and commercial deals in play as teams weigh their next moves.
Naples, Italy To Host 38th Louis Vuitton America's Cup
It’s official: the 38th Louis Vuitton America’s Cup will be contested in the Italian city of Naples over the Spring and early summer of 2027
Nathan Outteridge Named Skipper As Emirates Team New Zealand Reveal Core AC38 Line-Up
Emirates Team New Zealand has named Nathan Outteridge as skipper and confirmed key crew for AC38, including surprise recruit Chris Draper. The move hints at relaxed nationality rules as anticipation builds for the protocol release and venue announcement.
