Results American Cup 2021
- For the Challenger teams, the results from the ACWS and the Christmas Race regatta will determine the pairings for the PRADA Cup Challenger Selection Series to be held in January/February 2021 that will decide which of them will take on Emirates Team New Zealand in the Match for the 36th America's Cup presented by PRADA starting on March 6th 2021.
- The 36th America’s Cup Match will be held in Auckland, New Zealand, from the 6th to the 15th of March 2021 and will see the Defender Emirates Team New Zealand racing against the winner of the PRADA Cup, the Challenger Selection Series, with the winner being the first team to score seven points. The Match in 2021 will be preceded by a series of preliminary events, collectively known as the America’s Cup World Series, that will take place at selected venues in 2020.
- 2021 Season is in the works! Permits are pending and dates are subject to change. TENTATIVE DETAILS. NORTH AMERICAN ENDURO CUP.
- The yachts competing for the next America's Cup will be bigger, faster, single-hulled giants that fly over the water on foils, like the catamarans seen in recent regattas, Team New Zealand (TNZ.
The Match in 2021 will be preceded by a series of preliminary events, collectively known as the America’s Cup World Series, that will take place at selected venues in 2020. The results of the America's Cup World Series will seed the teams for the PRADA Cup, the Challengers Selection Series.
America’s Cup to be raced in unprecedented proximity to land in Auckland
America’s Cup Overture
The America’s Cup community from around the world gathered in Cowes today for the first opportunity to meet the teams entered in the 36th edition and hear about what lies ahead including two milestone announcements made by Emirates Team New Zealand CEO, Grant Dalton.
Match Dates
On behalf of the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron, Grant Dalton officially named Auckland as the venue for the 36th America’s Cup Match Presented by Prada and that racing will take place between 6th- 21st March 2021. The Defender, Emirates Team New Zealand, will race against the winner of the Prada Cup, the Challenger Selection Series, in a best of 13 (first to seven points), in the America’s Cup Match.
Race Course Area
In accordance with the Protocol for the 36th America’s Cup, the race course area for the Prada Cup and America’s Cup Match was also announced. The Racing Area is defined by a varied area outlined across the wider Hauraki Gulf, running south along the North Shore beaches around North Head encompassing the inner Waitemata harbour right up to Auckland’s iconic harbour bridge and downtown CBD, across Auckland’s Eastern suburbs and all the way out the Tamaki Strait between Waiheke Island and Maraetai. The Waitemata Harbour and the Hauraki Gulf are widely regarded as ‘The jewel in Auckland’s crown’ and will offer a plethora of race course options, with a full range of wind directions and conditions.
Spectating from shore
“There is a reason that Auckland is world renowned as ‘The City of Sails’ and for its sailing conditions,” said Grant Dalton. “We’re very fortunate that the geography of Auckland allows us so many exciting and challenging race course options in close proximity to elevated vantage points for spectators on land.”
“We needed to define a wide racing area to cater for all wind and tide directions and conditions, which we have done across the racing area. But the one overarching objective in identifying the specific Race Courses within the race area was to bring the racing as close as possible to the land based spectators, and we are incredibly lucky to have both North Head and Bastion Point where the public will literally be able to hear the AC75s whistling above the water and see the wind shifts on the water without having to set foot on a boat. In saying this, catering to the huge expected spectator fleet does provide its own challenges, but we have been working closely with the Harbour Master and all related agencies that have fully bought into the objectives and to do everything we can to make this America’s Cup the most inclusive and spectator friendly America’s Cup ever,” stated Dalton.
Race Timing
There has been specific consideration given to the ideal time of day for racing to start. A tentative race time window estimated between 1600-1800 local time in order for a typical March sea breeze to reliably establish itself across the Waitemata Harbour and Hauraki Gulf race courses based on a leg length of between 1.3- 2.2 Nautical Miles (NM).
Along with the proximity to public, consideration has been given to minimising race day cancellations due to too much wind or swell as was seen in the 34th America’s Cup in San Francisco. The course area, directly between Eastern Beach and Waiheke Island provides a sheltered, all wind direction race course and was the training ground of Emirates Team New Zealand for their successful 35th America’s Cup challenge in Bermuda.
The definitive race distance will depend on the wind speed and selected race course each day with an anticipated 35-minute race duration, including pre-start, based on a typical windward leeward configuration with potential for a dramatic final reaching leg to the finish line.
A New Identity
Today’s America’s Cup Overture began with the unveiling of the new visual identity for the 36th America’s Cup created by internationally renowned designer Marc Newson, who was selected by Prada to design the logo and the silhouette of the Cup.
“Our event in Cowes today, marks the first time we’ve had the Challengers and Defender together in preparation for the 36th America’s Cup Presented by Prada. The announcement of the Match dates, unveiling of the new America’s Cup logo and presentation of the new Prada case for the trophy itself are all milestones for us as we work collaboratively with the Defender to deliver all the events leading up to the Match,” said Laurent Esquier, CEO of the Challenger of Record (COR36).
The sterling silver America’s Cup, the oldest trophy in international sport, travelled to Cowes from Auckland specifically for this event and shone on the stage with her new Prada travelling case. Handcrafted by Prada artisans, this trunk will now accompany the Auld Mug on the road to the 36th America’s Cup.
2018 America’s Cup Hall of Fame
This evening, the 2018 America’s Cup Hall of Fame induction ceremony and black tie dinner will take place at the Royal Yacht Squadron, where it all began 167 years ago. Organised by the Herreshoff Marine Museum and presented by Prada, the evening will recognise the achievements and contributions made to the America’s Cup by John K Marshall, Syd Fischer, Ken McAlpine and Doug Peterson.
QUOTES
“Having the race course so close to the coast will give spectators the opportunity to follow the racing even from the shore with the spectacular backdrop of Auckland – The City of Sails! We cannot wait to get started!”
Max Sirena
Team Director & Skipper
America's Cup 2021 Racing Results
'It’s great to back in Cowes, where the America’s Cup started. The more information we know about the race course area, likely wind conditions, sea state, length of the course and the schedule for the build-up regattas over the next couple of years will really help INEOS TEAM UK set our strategy for when we are building and launching our race boats.'
Sir Ben Ainslie
Team Principal & Skipper
“Getting the courses today is a big deal because the teams will be basing their design decisions around this information. Exactly what we are going to be doing, how much time you will have to a boundary (if that is in fact the case), versus how much time you will have on the course - all impact the boat design decisions. Today is a huge day for the 36th America’s Cup.”
Terry Hutchinson
Executive Director & Skipper
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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The 2021 All American Cup Stallion Showcase and Auction will be held in a socially distant, in-person setting on January 23, 2021. The AAC has announced a return to the lifeblood of the industry by holding the event at an American Saddlebred barn. In honor of two great legends lost this year, Jim Aikman and Dr. Scott Bennett, AAC has announced a return to the training facility that formerly housed Alliance Stud, now home to Lead Way Farm. New owners Andre and Caitlin van Schalkwyk have offered to host the 2021 event, and AAC is excited to get back to what everyone loves the most - show horses, entertainment, and one heck-of-an auction.
In order to provide a COVID-safe environment, AAC has implemented the following precautions to ensure the safety of its guests:
- Attendance will be limited.
- All attendees are required to wear masks while not seated at their tables.
- A temperature check will be administered to all guests prior to entry.
- Hors d'oeuvres and dessert will be provided in a COVID-safe manner, but no full dinner will be provided.
- All tables will be spaced for appropriate distancing per CDC and state guidelines.
- Auction procedures will be modified to ensure proper social distancing requirements.
To attend, the following options are available:
- Individual Ticket ($45): To register, submit the form below.
- Table Purchase ($600): A limited number of round tables will be available for purchase. Round tables are located toward the front of the venue and include 10 seats, and 10 tickets for entry into the event. Table purchasers are responsible for ensuring proper social distancing for their guests. Table seating will be left to the sole discretion of the table purchaser. Tables can be reserved for $600 each. Tables will be allocated on a first-come, first-serve basis.
- Event Sponsorship ($1,000): A limited number of event sponsorships will be available for the 2021 All American Cup Stallion Auction and Review. Sponsors will receive the following benefits:
- 1 reserved table with 10 seats. Prime table placement in front middle of the venue.
- Sponsor recognition on website, email, and all digital marketing. All includes recognition on traditional media (if applicable).
- Sponsor recognition on social media marketing before, during, and after the event.
- Sponsor recognition on event coverage (Richfield Video).
- Sponsor recognition on banner and print materials at event.
- Booth space (if wanted)
- Exclusive All American Cup apparel
- To sponsor, submit the following registration form no later than January 1.
- Stallion Sponsorship ($500): For stallion owners/managers, there is no better way to market a stallion(s). A very limited number of stallion sponsorships will be available for stallion owners, at a cost of $500 each. A stallion sponsorship includes the following:
- 1 reserved stall for the stallion at Lead Way Farm.
- 2 event tickets.
- An opportunity to show the stallion to all in-person attendees and live-stream observers.
- Stallion recognition before, during, and after the event on social media, traditional media, and AAC website.
Sponsorship opportunities for the 2021 All American Cup Stallion Showcase and Auction will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis. For questions regarding sponsorship, email: allamericancup.indy@gmail.com.
To register for the 2021 All American Cup Stallion Showcase and Auction, visit: https://www.allamericancup.org/aac-auction-registration-form
Results America's Cup 2021 Calendar
NO REFUNDS will be issued. The AAC has to pre-pay certain event expenses, so in the event of an event delay or cancellation outside of its control (due to COVID or other circumstances), tickets will be honored for the 2022 Stallion Review & Auction.
To review:
- Sponsorship and table registrations are due January 1, 2021.
- Individual attendee registrations are due January 15, 2021.
-- via AAC