Monday, September 23, 2013

34th America's Cup, San Francisco, California, USA - 21st and 23rd September 2013

An America's Cup right here in the SF Bay Area - this was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity I couldn't pass up! While I'm no expert and wouldn't call myself a die-hard fan, I found myself captivated by the sport's dynamic blend of natural forces, physical grit, and the scientific precision behind the engineering of the AC72 Catamarans.

At an event of this scale and prestige, the presence of luxury brands was impossible to overlook. It seems sailing and high-end living go hand in hand - like milk and cereal, bread and butter, or apple pie with vanilla ice cream. Still, I hope to see more young people - regardless of background - finding their way into this remarkable sport someday.

In any case, the upbeat, electric atmosphere at the America's Cup Park at Piers 27/29 was contagiously uplifting. I paused to reflect on the men who take up the sport - their dedication to their craft was nothing short of inspiring. Despite the physical demands and high-stakes pressure, they poured their effort into creating a spectacular showcase for their team, their sponsors, and spectators around the world. All in all, a true class act.

May the better team claim the "Auld Mug"!

Below: Race 16 on Sep 23, 2013


Below: Team USA, Winner of Race 16 on Sep 23, 2013

Below: Team New Zealand in Race 16 on Sep 23, 2013






Above left: Oracle Team USA; Above right: Emirates Team New Zealand


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