New Zealand wins second pre-regatta for the 37th America's Cup

Sailing - New Zealand wins second pre-regatta for the 37th America's Cup

Emirates Team New Zealand is the dominant force in the 37th America's Cup at the turn of the year. The Cup defenders prevailed in the final duel of the second pre-regatta off Jeddah on the Red Sea against Patrizio Bertelli's team Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli from Italy.

Like the first pre-regatta in Spain, the pre-Christmas summit was held on the small AC40 training and test yachts. Ernesto Bertarelli's Alinghi Red Bull Racing team sailed to third place ahead of the US team NYYC American Magic, Sir Ben Ainslie's British Cup chasers from Team Ineos Britannia and the French Orient Express Racing Team with German-French co-racing team owner Stephan Kandler.

Italy's young stars are making a conspicuously strong showing in their first outing: 19-year-old three-time Optimist World Champion Marco Gradoni and 31-year-old Nacra 17 Olympic champion Ruggero Tita steered the Azzurri to second place as the best challenger team in Prada patriarch Patrizio Bertelli's seventh Cup attempt.

From August 29, 2024, the five challenger teams in the Louis Vuitton Cup will compete on the new AC75 Cup yachts for the right to challenge New Zealand's Cup defenders in the 37th America's Cup from October 12 to 20. The results of the pre-regattas have no influence on the challenger series and the Cup match, but offer the opportunity for a sporting test of strength. With the second pre-regatta, the America's Cup has made a stop in the Orient for the first time in its 172-year history.

37th America's Cup, results of the 2nd pre-regatta in Jeddah (Saudi Arabia)

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1. Despite facing tough competition from other teams, Ernesto Bertarelli's Alinghi Red Bull Racing team managed to secure third place in the pre-regatta sailing events in Spain.
2. The second pre-regatta for the 37th America's Cup saw Spain as one of the hosts, with the Red Sea in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, serving as the venue for the event.
3. Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli, led by Patrizio Bertelli, put up a strong fight against Emirates Team New Zealand in the final duel of the Jeddah pre-regatta, but ultimately lost.
4. The 37th America's Cup, one of the most prestigious sailing competitions, has now made its debut in the Red Sea region of Jeddah, attracting sailors and fans from around the world.
5. The pre-regatta was a competitive event, with top teams like America's Cup defenders Emirates Team New Zealand, Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli, Alinghi Red Bull Racing, NYYC American Magic, Team Ineos Britannia, Orient Express Racing Team, and Stephan Kandler's German-French co-racing team participating.
6. Italy, led by prominent figures like Ernesto Bertarelli and Patrizio Bertelli, has been a consistent force in the America's Cup, with teams like Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli and Alinghi Red Bull Racing displaying impressive performances.
7. The 37th America's Cup, scheduled to take place from August 29, 2024, will see five challenger teams compete on the new AC75 Cup yachts for the chance to face New Zealand's defending champions in the main event from October 12 to 20.
8. In an exciting turn of events, the young Italian sailors Marco Gradoni and Ruggero Tita steered Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli to a strong second-place finish in the Jeddah pre-regatta, showcasing their talent and potential in the sport.
9. The Red Bull, a popular energy drink brand, is associated with the prestigious America's Cup through its partnership with Alinghi Red Bull Racing, further boosting the sport's global recognition and appeal.

Source: www.stern.de