As expected, the British team, representing the Royal Yacht Squadron, was accepted as the challenger of record by Team NZ and the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron. Team NZ chief executive Grant Dalton said that Auckland was an option, despite the messy fallout following the city’s hosting in 2021. Team NZ chief executive Grant Dalton says the next America’s Cup should feature more teams and more events. Ahead of Barcelona, the AC40s were sailed in the preliminary regattas and were used by teams in the inaugural Women’s America’s Cup and the returning Youth America’s Cup. Barcelona’s premier event featured Team NZ and five teams, Britannia, Luna Rossa, American Magic, Alinghi and Orient Express, who are all expected to challenge again.

Source: Stuff November 20, 2024 00:19 UTC