The Mallorca weatherman plotting Britain’s path to glory
The Mediterranean at this time of year is unpredictable and the prospects for the opening weekend are “not very promising” with predictions of light and unsteady winds -- hardly conducive to what is described as Formula 1 on water.
America's Cup - Ineos Britannia
Sailing - America's Cup - Louis Vuitton Cup - Final - Britain v Italy - Barcelona, Spain - October 4, 2024 Ineos Britannia at the finish to win round 11 and the final against Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli Team REUTERS/Albert Gea/File Photo
33rd America's Cup in Valencia
The BMW-Oracle at the start of the first race of the 33rd America's Cup, which has been held in the waters of Valencia.
America’s Cup: Origins & History – Part Two, 1992 – present day
The current defender is Emirates Team New Zealand – who got to choose the venue and organise the cup this year.
America’s Cup: Origins & History – Part One, 1851 - 1992
The America’s Cup, recognised as the peak of yacht racing, is more than a sailing competition; it reflects human ingenuity, determination, and the pursuit of excellence on the seas.
Sir Ben Ainslie in Palma.
Sir Ben Ainslie in Palma.
After all the training in Mallorca, Britain picks women’s and youth America’s Cup squad
Ainslie's own team will be attempting to go head-to-head with holders New Zealand to win the world’s oldest sporting trophy.
Mr Mallorca buys 25 percent stake in Manchester United
Forbes pegs his net worth at about $19 billion.
British billionaire moors up off Mallorca
In May 2021, Forbes estimated Reece’s net worth to be $5.7 billion.
Amazing British yachting show of strength in Mallorca
INEOS Britannia is "very much looking the real deal".
Today's meeting in Palma.
Today's meeting in Palma.
British America’s Cup team INEOS Britannia to be based in Mallorca for three years
Mallorca has become the permanent home of INEOS Britannia to prepare for the America’s Cup sailing competition.
“There’s no reason why Palma can’t host the America’s Cup”
INEOS is planning on establishing a permanent base for its sailing project in Mallorca.
Britain’s America’s Cup team starts testing in Palma
Its radical appearance with a steel grey hull and a low freeboard accentuated by the bow attracted attention in the bay.
INEOS Britannia T6 in the Bay of Palma.
INEOS Britannia T6 in the Bay of Palma.
Yachts
The 'Endeavour', a mythical sailboat from the 1930s, in Palma
The Endeavour can accommodate eight guests and four crew members
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Comment
Viva Valencia! A great place
Palma could learn a lot from Valencia, they have managed to combine the old and the new with some great attractions and venues.
Jason Moore15/03/2024 09:52