America's Cup Archives

America’s Cup: New class rule expected by March 2014

February 1st, 2014

American Pete Melvin has come a long way since the first boat he built as a 6-year old, which, unfortunately,

January 28th, 2014

When it comes to the America’s Cup, a little history is helpful. The 2007 America’s Cup in Valencia had upside.

January 27th, 2014

The waters of the Hauraki Gulf off Takapuna Beach in New Zealand have seen many yachting contests over the years,

January 27th, 2014

The question is always asked where do the America’s Cup skippers start their racing. Here’s 2-time winner Jimmy Spithill (AUS)

January 26th, 2014

by Craig Leweck, Scuttlebutt When Royal Perth Yacht Club won the 1983 America’s Cup, they hosted the next races off

January 24th, 2014

by Craig Leweck, Scuttlebutt The Silly Season of the America’s Cup cycle is that of dreams and fantasy. The season

January 21st, 2014

Whatever momentum the 34th America’s Cup achieved at its close in September, it is largely lost, remaining only in our

January 19th, 2014

“If Dean Barker is not driving Emirates Team New Zealand’s boat in 2017 – and Dean will be very much

January 17th, 2014

Washington, DC (January 17, 2014) – From the sleek hulls of racing yachts to Michael Phelps’ shaved legs, most objects

January 17th, 2014

Even 2-time America’s Cup winning skipper Jimmy Spithill (AUS) was young once. Here he is alongside sister Katie, with Sabots