Britain's Ben Ainslie has described Team New Zealand as the"All Blacks of the sailing world" in a nod to their dominant rugby team, as he highlighted the challenge of dethroning the America's Cup holders next year.
Ainslie, the most successful sailor in Olympic history, is hoping to lead the British challenge for the most prestigious prize in yachting with INEOS Team UK in Auckland starting March 6, 2021.But the 43-year-old expects a tough challenge from the likes of the Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli Team, American Magic and Stars & Stripes Team USA in the challenger series - which begins on Jan. 15 and will determine who meets TNZ for the Auld Mug.
"Then, if we get through that challenge, we're effectively up against the All Blacks of the sailing world, on their home waters. So, it doesn't get any tougher than that but that's what makes it special, that challenge.AdvertisementParticipating teams are allowed to build only two AC-75 monohull foiling yachts for the regattas next year - including the 36th edition of the America's Cup.
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