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![]() ![]() ![]() The defenders hope their blend of veterans and talented youngsters have a tough challenge ahead. ![]() ![]() With former Team NZ winning skipper Russell Coutts leading the way, the Alinghi Challenge will be strong contenders. ![]() ![]() California-based team Oracle have high ambitions for its first America's Cup campaign. ![]()
OneWorld
The Seattle-based outfit has had a rough ride in the build-up, but still boasts one of the most impressive squads ever assembled ![]()
Prada Challenge
The pressure is on the Italian team to earn revenge for the defeat to defenders New Zealand in 2000. ![]()
Team Dennis Conner
Almost an institution in the America's Cup, Dennis Conner hopes to end a barren spell and win for a fifth time. ![]()
Victory Challenge
Sweden prepares to honour the memory of deceased backer Jan Stenbeck with their first America's Cup bid since 1992. ![]()
GBR Challenge
Great Britain returns to sailing's premier event after a 15-year absence with a high-profile team and crew. ![]()
Le Defi Areva
There is no shortage of talent in the French entrant's sailing team to the Louis Vuitton Cup. ![]()
Mascalzone Latino
The 100% Italian team may have had too little time to prepare for this year's campaign. |
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![]() ![]() ![]() Challengers take to the seas in preparation ![]() ![]() Great Britain return to sailing's premier event ![]() All the winners America's Cup results from down the years |
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