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If you raced under the IOR handicap system, did foredeck with wire guys for symmetrical spinnakers, or remember when ‘N Sync and Madonna topped the charts, then you may recall the demise of the Admiral’s Cup in 2001.
Established in 1957, The Admiral’s Cup was the unofficial world cup for offshore racing, with national teams coming to England with the latest designs for international bragging rights.
Great Britain won the trophy on nine occasions on their home waters, but Germany won four times, USA and Australia three times each, with Australia being the holders of this prized trophy. Victories were also achieved by France, Italy, the Netherlands, and New Zealand.
But with rising stakes, the event burned itself out but a revival is planned for the Admiral’s Cup to be back for 2025 and held biennially thereafter by the Royal Ocean Racing Club.
The 2025 Admiral’s Cup will be organized by the Royal Ocean Racing Club from Cowes, Isle of Wight, UK. Racing will consist of a combination of inshore and offshore racing. Teams will comprise of two boats representing a Yacht Club or Country.
For further information: admiralscup@rorc.org
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