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Striving to the Finish: NYYC American Magic’s Journey Concludes at 3-5 by New York Yacht Club American Magic, September 19, 14:18 PDT September 19, 2024 Luna Rossa and American Magic convey mutual respect – Semi-Finals – Louis Vuitton Cup – Day 14 – September 19, 2024 – Barcelona © Ian Roman / America’s Cup NYYC American Magic’s campaign for the America’s Cup concluded, highlighting their unwavering determination and spirit. After years of intensive preparation and countless hours spent at sea, the team faced numerous challenges with passion and commitment. Their desire to win was clear from the first race through…
Every era is defined by its symbols, much like each iconic fashion house has its unique flair. Louis Vuitton’s latest fine jewellery collection, Le Damier de Louis Vuitton, heralds a new chapter for the brand, as suggested by the name’s homage to its renowned Damier pattern. Originally created by the father-son team Louis and Georges Vuitton in 1888, the Damier motif has always symbolized creativity and authenticity. Even after 136 years since its inception, the essence of the Damier remains unchanged, proving its enduring legacy. The collection, consisting of 12 pieces in yellow or white gold, was conceived by Francesca…
Sandberg Estates J/70 World Championship at Real Club Náutico de Palma – Day 3 by Sandberg Estates J/70 Worlds 19 Sep 12:25 PDT 13-22 September 2024 Douglas Newhouse and Jeremy Wilmot’s team is currently leading the leaderboard after the discard has been calculated, just one point ahead of Brazil’s ‘Mindset’ in second place, and five points ahead of third place, also from the USA, ‘Rowdy’. It was a lengthy day in the bay of Palma for nearly one hundred boats competing in the Sandberg Estates J/70 Worlds. Although the wind posed challenges during this third round organized by the Real…
CANARY ISLANDS, Spain (WKRC) – A 30-year-old woman lost her leg due to a shark attack and subsequently passed away.The tourist was sailing near Spain’s Canary Islands on Monday when she was bitten by a shark and died from a heart attack while being transported by helicopter to a hospital, according to CBS News.She was attacked while swimming next to a catamaran, as reported by CBS News. The Moroccan coastguard dispatched a military plane and helicopter after someone on the boat called for assistance.The International Shark Attack File reported 69 confirmed unprovoked attacks worldwide and 14 fatal shark attacks in…
22nd Rolex Swan Cup Day 3: North-east winds between 7-10 knots by Yacht Club Costa Smeralda 19 Sep 12:19 PDT 15-21 September 2024 Rolex Swan Cup Day 3 © Rolex / Kurt Arrigo The third day of competition in the 22nd Rolex Swan Cup featured a north-easterly breeze of 7-10 knots, enabling races to commence on time at 12 noon CEST, with all scheduled events completed. The Swan One Design classes raced on a dedicated windward-leeward course, marking the first appearance of the new ClubSwan 28 class boats. Other divisions, racing under compensated time, navigated coastal courses measuring 21 miles…
Each autumn, dense schools of mullet swim south along the east coast of Florida. Every predator present, including snook, tarpon, sharks, and bluefish, takes advantage of this plentiful feast. jasonarnoldphoto.com Individuals who claim that South Florida lacks seasonal changes have clearly never experienced the yearly fall mullet run. For anglers from Stuart to Key Largo, nothing indicates fall has come like seeing these baitfish migrate. Silver and black mullet travel in massive schools down the Atlantic coast while evading a range of predators, including snook, tarpon, jacks, sharks, Spanish mackerel, and bluefish. October is the ideal month for fishing during…
Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli overcomes challenges to reach the Louis Vuitton Cup Final by 37th America’s Cup media 19 Sep 09:35 PDT 18 September 2024 Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli, representing Circolo della Vela Sicilia yacht club, secured their spot in the Louis Vuitton Cup Final after a tense race against NYYC American Magic, which raised more questions than answers before the race began. The Italian shore team worked tirelessly overnight to fix a damaged mainsail traveler track system that had failed during the semi-final race, allowing the American team to win that match, closing the series to 4-3. This morning,…
Cup Spy: Luna Rossa advances to Louis Vuitton Cup Challenger Final by Richard Gladwell, Sail-World NZ, September 19, 09:25 PDT Luna Rossa and American Magic congratulate each other – Semi-Finals – Louis Vuitton Cup – Day 14 – September 19, 2024 – Barcelona © Ian Roman / America’s Cup After the excitement of yesterday’s races, where New York YC’s team American Magic fought back from a 4-1 deficit to 4-3, their outcome was sealed in just 23 minutes of sailing in winds of 9-11 knots with 20° shifts. The match between the second and third qualifiers from the Round Robin…
Luna Rossa triumphs over American Magic to advance to the LV Final against INEOS Britannia by Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli 19 Sep 08:22 PDT 18 September 2024 Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli advances to the Louis Vuitton Cup Final – 19th September 2024 © Ricardo Pinto / America’s Cup For the fifth time, following the editions of 2000, 2007, 2013, and 2021, Luna Rossa will take part in the final of the Challenger Selection Series. Today, the Italian crew overcame the American team with a score of 5-3 and will face off against INEOS Britannia in the final knockout phase of…
Construction is progressing well on the third unit of Ada Yacht Works’ 50-meter 50Z series, referred to as NB103. The hull has been technically launched after being constructed at Norse Shipyard in Kocaeli, Turkey. It will now be transported to Ada Yacht Works’ facilities in Bodrum for further outfitting. Delivery is anticipated in 2026. Construction commenced in February 2024. The yacht is constructed from steel and aluminum, with exterior styling done by Uldas Yacht Design and naval architecture by Ginton Naval Architects. Key specifications include a beam of nine meters and a draft of 2.6 meters. The interior details remain…