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America’s Cup Saudi controversy

America’s Cup organisers have announced that the second preliminary regatta for the 37th America’s Cup cycle will be held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, from 30 November–3 December 2023.

The announcement gives credence to the rumours that Saudi Arabia was originally in the running to be host venue for the America’s Cup

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