U.S. challenger American Magic returned its racing yacht Patriot to the water Wednesday just 10 days after a dramatic capsize threatened to ends its involvement in the America’s Cup in New Zealand. The winner of the series will progress to the Prada Cup final where it will meet Britian’s INEOS Team UK. The achievement of American Magic in repairing Patriot on such a tight deadline has amazed rival teams and sailing experts. American Magic mainsail trimmer Paul Goodison told New Zealand media organization NZME the U.S. team hopes to "carry on where we left off" as Patriot is re-launched. "We’re reassured by (designer) Silvio (Arrivabene) and the guys that the boat will be in a similar state," Goodison said.

Source: Fox News January 27, 2021 01:18 UTC