America's Cup Global Information Service

If you are confused about the Cup, what, where and when. 21 January, this is the latest, Justice Cain reviews the legal arguments in re Golden Gate Yacht Club dispute on 23 January. We may get a final verdict allowing the setting of future Cup races, etc. Patience, we all are confused by the legal gymnastics, will let you know immediately.

January 23rd, 2008, Justice Cahn may on Monday give a greenlight to Society Nautique (Alinghi) that will allow a normal America's Cup Race in 2011 with multiple Challengers. The NY Supreme Court "MAY" clear the mess we have had, Stay tuned, will report !

ALINGHI CAPTURES 32nd AMERICA'S CUP!
On July 3rd, 2007, Alinghi captured the 32nd America’s Cup, defeating Emirates Team New Zealand 5-2 in the America’s Cup Match. That victory marked the end of an exciting four year event.

Alinghi Armed and Ready to Take The Cup...
Alinghi armed and ready to take "The Cup", wind allowing the critical race. New Zealand must win three straight to seize The Cup, very tough. The hull speeds have been close, crew work almost equal, Alinghi a touch ahead. The start, everything in this series of races. We will see. Don't miss the next race! It is all on the line.

June 16th Update! - Thoughts on the Final...
The Moment of Truth - The final race for The Cup; Alinghi of Switzerland vs. Emirates, New Zealand! Looking back, the starts were again critical in the Louis Vuitton Challenge Races . BMW-Oracle was as shocked as everyone watching at consecutive start miss-cues. In most sports the first few minutes do not imply losing. The Cup is different. To hope to recover from being behind at the start or the first mark will guarantee losing, barring mechanical or other mishaps. Click here for more...

May 19th Update - BMW / Oracle down 5-1 and Out...

Lost in the starts, no recovery except once, Ellison says he will continue to compete next time. Click here for more...

May 2007 Update!
America's Cup 101 - History- One of the worlds oldest sports competition, US has dominated until last 20 years, Australia, New Zealand and Switzerland have also won. Competition - Truly between sponsoring yacht clubs in each nation but also country competition, e.g., New Zealand represents Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron Yacht Club, Auckland, NZ. So far, all for prestige and glory conquering “blue water” sailing. Click here to continue...

April 2007 Update!
Valencia, Spain, reborn and ready. The transformation of the City of Valencia in record time for "The Cup” has been extraordinary. The Spanish Government, the City of Valencia, America’s Cup Management, the competing syndicates and the local and business people have joined to make it all come together. Click here for more!

In sailing there can be no more difficult race than this. Past history; this race; has experienced monster waves and storms during the three plus days at Christmas time. Courtesy of USA Today, reports of Wild Oats on course and in the lead. Skandia lost a rudder. Koomooloo abandoned ship with eight crew as the boat was sinking. Maximus was de-masted; ABN Amro also retired. Check my archives for previous Sydney-Hobart tales!!!! Official Website here...

December 2006 Update!
The 32^nd America’s Cup is around the corner commencing April 16^th, 2007. The President of Idea Works, Inc. in Dallas, my friend, Charles Ward said ”I have not seen a more prestigious international event than the America’s Cup”. It is the pinnacle of sailing fame for men and countries and one of the oldest sports events on record. Click here for more!

Spring 2006 Update!
In this update we bring you the Preview Race Schedule, the current Challengers of Record, Information Sources, ACC version 5, Crew and Technology issues and more! Click here for more information...

Valencia Guide and Gastronomy Tour
Courtesy of Saveur, here is a quick guide to great places to stay, eat and drink in beautiful Valencia!

The final races for 2005 as competitive exhibition "Acts" have been completed with points awarded to count towards 2007. Act 9 was held in Trepani on the coast of Sicily, Italy. Click here for more information...

Kudos - Lance Armstrong, OLN, Transpac
Special July Kudos to the Outdoor Life Network for their excellent coverage of the Tour de France - Professional and complete in every way matched by Lance Armstrong's great SEVENTH WIN! For your information, OLN has announced that they will provide full coverage of the America's Cup in Valencia!

Also kudos to Hasso Plattner, in "Morning Glory" winning the Transpacific Yacht Race to Honolulu in record style and time - 6 days, 16 hours, 4 minutes and 11 seconds - 2225 nautical miles. Plattner co-founded SAP in Germany - personal wealth 5.4 Billion!

2005 Summer America's Cup Update!
While many Challengers have been jockeying for money, base facilities in Valencia, government and national support and dedicated crew, news of the Cup has been fragmented but towards the mark of exhibition races and the 2007 start. Also, don't miss our guide to the best of Valencia. Here you will find some great places to stay, eat and drink! For all the latest news, click here!

March - April 2005 Update!
First things first, eight or more Challengers seem to be preparing to race in the six “lead up” Louis Vuitton 39 races scheduled for 2005. For this and more, including an updated Challenger's list, please click here!

Early Winter 2005 Update!
Two thousand year old wisdom, critical challengers entry dates, Volvo 2005 Around the World course info, Outstanding Sailing Event, Tech Talk and surprise news about New Zealand. Click here for our Early Winter 2005 Update!

Summer 2004 Update!
With the America's Cup now 3 years away, here is the latest news, gossip and rumor control from Spain. Also, be sure to check out the listed dates and venues where you can watch America's Cup race demonstrations during the summer and fall, 2004.

Winter 2004 Update!
Lot's of things are happening in preparation for the 2007 America's Cup in Valencia, Spain. Click here to get the latest including the America's Cup Class Rule (with some exciting changes for 2007), more on Valencia, and the latest on Dawn Riley, one of the world's top female sailors.

Valencia Spain to Host 2007 America's Cup!
Valencia, Spain will host the 2007 America's Cup, organizers said in Geneva, making the Spanish port the first European venue since 1851 for sailing's oldest tournament. Valencia, on Spain's eastern coast, was chosen for its tourism infrastructure and because steady summer breezes guarantee start times for the 32nd edition of the race. For more information, please click here!

Bookshelf Update!
I saw Master and Commander, well done Hollywood epic. Lots of action, minimum plot but showcase of wind and water. I give it three stars. It has sparked great seafaring literary interest. So, start a fire, have a glass of wine and immerse yourself in blue water history and action. Check The Cup's Bookshelf for a selection of updated classic works of the sea.

October 2003 Update
WIN! WIN! WIN! The recent races, September 15^th to 20^th in San Francisco, between Alinghi of Switzerland,(holder of the Cup) and Oracle Racing resulted in a narrow victory for Oracle. For this and more, click here.

Stay tuned for America's Cup news, as it happens!

Paul T. Rivard,
United States Yachting Journalist