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New York YC Returns to Cup Competition

Source: Quantum Racing prepares to douse the chute during a recent 52 Super Series race off Key West

John J. “Hap” Fauth at the helm of his current Bella Mente, a Maxi 72

Traditionalists rejoice. Nearly 15 years aft er it walked away from the America’s Cup, the gang that started it all— namely the New York Yacht Club—is getting back into the game for the 36th Cup, to be held in New Zealand in early 2021.

Representing the New

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