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Sailing – Court hears America’s Cup arguments

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An American sailing club argued Tuesday before New York’s top court that it is the legitimate Challenger of Record for the America’s Cup, not the Spanish association that was selected by the Swiss club holding the trophy.

The case before the Court of Appeals pits San Francisco’s Golden Gate Yacht Club, which backs BMW Oracle Racing, and Societe Nautique de Geneve, the Swiss club that backs two-time defending champion Alinghi.

Each accuses the other of trying to get an edge through maneuvering on dry land. The Swiss are accused of choosing an easy challenger who …  More info


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