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Returning for its 31st edition, the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup will see stiff competition among some of the world's foremost sailing crew and yachts. Who will emerge victorious in the alluring waters of Costa Smeralda?
For sailing enthusiasts, the appeal of the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup is undeniably captivating. After all, it boasts a level of competition that is the crème de la crème of competitive yacht racing.
Set against the alluring waters of Costa Smeralda, Italy, the 31st edition of the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup will see a congregation of some of the most majestic monohull yachts including the likes of American Maxi 72 owner and skipper Hap Fauth’s Bella Mente—a multiple winner of this regatta—to American Maxi owner George David’s Rambler, which has won line honours at regettas such as Rolex Fastnet Race, Rolex Middle Sea Race and Rolex Giraglia.
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And that's not forgetting the men and women, brains and brawn behind each yacht, comprising of the world’s foremost sailors—a veritable who’s who of the yachting world. Rolex Testimonees Ben Ainslie from the UK and Paul Cayard from the US are legends who have previously raced in the competition.
“From a sporting perspective, precision is core to overall performance in sailing and this is no more so than at the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup where there is a natural link with Rolex through the desire to push technology, innovation and sailing skill,” said Ainslie, who is also a four-time Olympic gold medallist.
Agreeing, Cayard, who participated in the competition for more than 30 years said: “The Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup is an example of how a sponsor and a yacht club can come together, create a long-term relationship and live through all of the evolutions required to remain at the top.”